Inferences

What is the definition of inference?

• a conclusion reached on the basis of evidence and reasoning.

• humble submission and respect.

• the act of obstructing

• absence of compulsion to or toward one thing or another

I sat on the bench while Mother and Fido went into the room. I was a little worried about Fido, but I knew that he would get good care. As I waited, I watched a tiny puppy wander toward the lady with a cat in a crate. The lady at the desk spoke with a man who was buying medicine.

Where am I?

• a pediatrician's office

• a pet store

• a veterinarian's office

• a farm

The room was dark and quiet. We heard Carl and his mother come in the front door talking. I heard two girls giggle nervously in the corner. Another girl told them to be quiet. I hid behind the table where the cake and presents were set out. The tension in the room grew as we waited for them to open the door.

Where am I?

• a funeral

• a surprise birthday party

• a wedding shower

• a bah mitzvah

The line stretched forever. People put their bags on the floor and inched them forward. My father and I removed our shoes. There was an announcement about a gate change and a delay on an arrival from Chicago.

Where am I?

• at an airport

• at a hotel

• at a department store

• a bus station

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 on her head. I heard a blow dryer in the distance. It was loud over the music that was playing.

Where am I?

• a department store

• a locker room at a gym

• a hair salon

• a tanning salon

As I entered the door, I thought this was a great way to end the day. The chalkboard menu had a list of specialties, like sundaes and banana splits. I looked at all the flavors. Chocolate is my favorite, but peppermint sounded good, too.

Where am I?

• a convenience store

• a coffee shop

• an ice cream shop

• a restaurant

What can we infer about this image?

• Glasgow Rangers defeated Celtic.

• Glasgow Rangers lost to Celtic.

• Glasgow Rangers are being relegated on the last day of the season.

• Glasgow Rangers are the best team in Scotland.

What can we infer about this picture?

• the waitress dropped the dishes

• the floor is slippery

• someone did not like the meal

• the food in the restaurant tastes terrible

In the electrical room, Green is standing over Red's body. Black can infer that Green . . .

• is an impostor

• is not an impostor

• came to the electrical room to fix the lights

Brown does not vote when an impostor is very obvious but instead skips the vote. We can infer that brown . . .

• is an impostor

• is not an impostor

• doesn't trust anyone.