Inferences

Tim looked out the window. The house looked so lonely. Tim's father put the last suitcase in the trunk and started up the car. Thor, his dog, put his head on Tim's lap, like he understood how  Tim was feeling. "It's okay Thor," he said, "Dad says we will like California." What is happening?

• Tim is sad because his dog doesn't have a house to live in.
• Tim is taking a trip to visit peolpe he doesn't know.
• Tim is taking Thor to live with his grandmother.
• Tim is moving to California with his family.

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Albert stormed into his apartment and threw down his lunchbox. He had just lost his job. Albert had worked for the same company for over ten years. But today he was informed that he was no longer needed. Albert didn't know what to do.  
Based on what you have read, you can INFER  that:

• Albert threw down his lunchbox.
• Albert's job lasted over ten years.
• Losing his job made Albert upset.
• Albert lived in a house with his parents.

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Due to their incredible force and unpredictability, floods can cause tremendous damage. They can ruin houses, roads and buildings. Floods can take down trees and cause mudslides. It often leaves mud, sand and debris behind. It can take months to clean up after a flood.
Based on what you have read, you can INFER that:

• Cleaning up after a flood can be expensive and take time.
• Floods only occur along the coast.
• Floods are not that dangerous.
• After flood waters dry up then the problem is over.

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Braedon sat in the empty classroom and stared at the floor. It was 4:30pm and school had been over for half an hour, but he still had to sit there. He could over hear his teacher talking to the principal in the hallway about what had happened during class. He put his head in his hands and sighed.
What may the reader best infer from the passage?

• The principal and the teacher are making fun of Braedon.
• Braedon is in detention because he had acted out in class.
• The teacher is getting paid extra to oversee detention.
• Braedon is proud of his poor behavior.

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Jessica's favorite part about the weekend was going to Rockin' Records with her friends. Rockin' Records was the local music store just down the road from her house. On weekend afternoons, Jessica and her friends would walk down to the store to shop for new music.

What may the reader infer about Jessica's friends?

• They like music.

• They like to exercise by walking places.

• They do what Jessica tells them to do.

• They live far away and drive to the store.

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His mother understood then how Tyerell felt just by looking at him. She saw that he wanted to stay in the house forever because of all the memories he had at this old place. They still had to leave, but she wanted to help her son feel better about what was going to happen in a few days.
The author assumes the reader most likely knows-

• Tyerell is too sentimental and needs to get over it.
• Tyerell & his mom are moving.
• Tyerell's mom is making her son upset on purpose.
• Tyerell & his mom are going on vacation.

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When Sierra stepped up to the podium, she was still nervous. Her palms were sweating and her voice sounded strange as it was projected to the entire auditorium, but she knew she wasn't alone. She waited impatiently while Dave said his piece and the crowded cheered.

At the end of the passage, the reader may infer that-

• Sierra is more nervous than Dave.

• Sierra & Dave are having a debate.

• Dave will use Sierra's nerves to his advantage.

• Sierra is a bad public speaker.

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As the final bell rang, Mia quickly gathered her things and headed to the library. She had been looking forward to this moment all day. The quiet atmosphere and the smell of books always made her feel at peace.

What can the reader infer about Mia?

• Mia dislikes the library.

• Mia finds comfort in the library environment.

• Mia is always late to the library.

• Mia prefers noisy places.

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During the team meeting, Alex sat silently, taking notes. He rarely spoke up, but when he did, everyone listened. His insights were always valuable and well thought out.

What can be inferred about Alex's role in the team?

• Alex is not respected by his team.

• Alex's contributions are not valued.

• Alex is a key member whose opinions are respected.

• Alex often disrupts the meetings.

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Emma watched the rain pour down outside her window. She loved rainy days because they gave her an excuse to stay indoors and read her favorite books.

What can the reader infer about Emma's feelings towards rainy days?

• Emma dislikes rainy days.

• Emma feels indifferent about rainy days.

• Emma enjoys rainy days as they allow her to indulge in her hobbies.

• Emma is afraid of rain.

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