Inference Intro

Multiple Choice

Based on this picture, what season is it?

• Summer

• Fall

• Spring

• Winter

Multiple Choice

Based on the image, what time of day is it?

• Night

• Morning or Afternoon

• Evening

Multiple Choice

Why do the trees in the image look that way?

• The trees are dying.

• A storm covered them with ice and snow.

• They are blooming.

Multiple Choice

How might your footsteps sound if you were to walk on the ground?

• Squish

• Slurp

• Crunch

Multiple Choice

What animal may live close by?

• A wild crocodile

• A wild moose

• A wild giraffe

Multiple Choice

Which answer choice best defines Inference?

• Characteristics, facts

• Using what you already know and what you learn from the text to make a guess

• Information or proof directly from the text

• Information that you provide from outside of the text

Inference

What I Read + What I Know = What I Infer

How do you make an inference?

• With background knowledge and by using text clues.

Multiple Choice

An inference is...

• A) Text evidence + what you know, educated guess.

• B) Retelling a text

• C) Guessing

• D) Information written directly into the text.

Multiple Choice

Which answer choice best defines Inference?

• Characteristics, facts

• Using what you already know and what you learn from the text to make a guess

• Information or proof directly from the text

• Information that you provide from outside of the text

Multiple Choice

Which answer choice defines Text Evidence?

• Information or proof directly from the text

• Using what you know and what the text says to make a guess

• Information that you provide from outside of the text

Multiple Choice

I have feathers. I also have wings but I don't fly. I love to swim in icy water. Who am I?

• Ostrich

• Derek

• Chicken

• Penguin

Multiple Choice

I live in the ocean. I swim around slowly, looking for food. I have 6 more arms than you do. Who am I?

• Shark

• Stingray

• Octopus

Multiple Choice

I am an insect. If you touch me, I might bite you! I make tunnels under the ground. I love to come to your picnic.

Who am I?

• Grasshopper

• Ant

• Caterpillar

Multiple Choice

Q1. An inference is...

• Text evidence + what you know

• Retelling a text

• Making a guess without evidence

Multiple Choice

Q4. When making an inference, the most important thing is...

• The characters in the text

• The topic of the text.

• Being able to prove your inference using evidence from the text.

Multiple Choice

Q5. "Clues" you see or read in the text are called?

• Inference

• Background knowledge

• Text evidence

INFERENCES

• Sometimes writers give information or express ideas directly (or explicitly). Other times, they convey their meaning indirectly(or implicitly). When this is the case you need to infer or READ BETWEEN THE LINES.

• Making inferences is about connecting the dots between what is stated or what is unstated. As a reader, you must combine what the passage says with your background knowledge to make the best possible GUESS or INFERENCE. 

review: making inferences

• You make inferences when you use clues or evidence from a text to figure out something the author doesn't tell you.

• When you make an inference, you should be able to identify story clues and use your own experiences.

• ​Good inferences are based on strong evidence, hints, or clues.

• We also make inferences when watching media or listening!​

Multiple Choice

The scout leader looked at the dark cloudy sky and muttered something under his breath. Then he looked at the map. "Let's get moving." He called to the group of tired boys. "The faster the better."

Why do you think the scout leader started rushing the boys?

• They were going to be late for dinner

• It was going to rain

• They were going to miss their ride that was waiting for them

• The sun was about to cause it to be too hot for them to stay out much longer

Multiple Choice

It was 8:30 on Sunday night. Emily stared at the large, empty poster board on her bed. Then she looked at the stack of un-read books about Abraham Lincoln on her desk. Emily began to cry.

Why do you think Emily was crying

• She wanted a different color poster

• She did not want to go to sleep

• It was late and she had a lot of schoolwork to complete before she could end her night

• She wanted a book about George Washington instead

Multiple Choice

"Ouch!" Lucy had fallen again! She shivered and picked herself back up. Then she spotted her older sister Sarah, gliding backwards. She was so graceful. Sarah made everything look so easy.

What do you infer Lucy is doing?

• Swimming

• Horse Back Riding

• Ice Skating

• Dancing

Multiple Choice

What was happening in that past photo?

• The boy loved his lunch.

• The boy wasn't excited to eat his lunch.

Multiple Choice

What could you infer in that last picture?

• The man was excited to reach the top.

• The man was scared he would fall off of the ledge.

Multiple Choice

What inference can you draw from the last photo?

• The people are swimming in the ocean enjoying themselves.

• There is a very bad storm and destruction is taking place.

• They are on a family vacation.

Multiple Choice

Many breeds of dogs are used for work. In many cultures dogs are used to herd sheep. The dogs keep the flock from being attacked by animals such as wolves. They also keep sheep from wandering off. Sheepdogs are known for their loyalty and gentleness.

Based on your reading of the text, you can INFER that:

• Sheepdogs are not very smart dogs.

• There are many breeds of dogs.

• Sheepdogs are gentle and loyal.

Multiple Choice

As I walked in the door, I was amazed at the beautiful colors and smells. I knew it would be hard to decide what I would buy with my $3. The chocolate truffles looked delicious, but they were expensive. The jelly beans were not only cheaper, but so colorful! With so much to choose from, I knew I would be here a long time. Where am I?

• Gas station

• Candy store

• Grocery store

Multiple Choice

When Lucy saw her spelling grade, she kicked her desk and ran out of the classroom.
How is Lucy feeling when she sees her grade?

• Excited

• Sad

• Furious

• Tired

Multiple Choice

When Sarah was telling about her last place finish in the competition, her cheeks turned red and she had trouble looking her friend in the eyes.
How is Sarah feeling?

• Sarah is extremely happy about her competition.

• Sarah is embarrassed about finishing last.

• Sarah is annoyed with her friend.

• Sarah can't remember the details of her competition.

Multiple Choice

I arrived early for my appointment. The place was busy and smelled of chemicals. I found a place to sit and wait. The lady next to me had a towel around her head. I heard a blow dryer in the distance. It was loud over the music that was playing. Where am I?

• The hair salon

• A restaurant

• At school

• At the doctor