Inferences

Making Inferences

Let's Review!

Multiple Choice

Ana and Sophie sat in their chairs staring straight ahead for nearly two hours. They did not talk or hardly even move, but they were not bored at all. Where were Ana and Sophie?

• At the movies

• At church

• At a football game

What is an Inference?

An inference is when you take clues from the text and what you already know to draw a conclusion. 

-Schema is your background knowledge- what you ALREADY know.

Text clues + What you know (schema) = Inference! 

What I Read

+ What I Know

= What I Infer

How do I find an Inference?

• Inferences require you to read between the lines to figure out what the author is trying to tell you. 

• Inferences are NOT directly stated in the text.  You must think deeper to understand what is going on.

Steps to INFER:

• Read the text 2 Times

• Read the question

• Search for evidence / clues / details in the text

• Make an inference

• Explain your thinking

Multiple Choice

Before the 1800's people didn't have right or left shoes. They had shoes of just one shape that they used for both feet. When people first saw right and left shoes, they laughed. They called them "crooked shoes." "What a silly idea," they said. You can tell that shoes before 1800:

• were pretty

• didn't look alike

• didn't fit very well

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