inferences

To make an inference, we use clues or evidence from the text, and what we already know.

• True

• False

The boy was outside. The buses are gone and the hallways are empty. What can you infer?

• He was waiting for a taxi.

• He needed to go to Target.

• The boy missed his bus.

• He was late to lunch.

What can you infer by reading the passage below?

"I hate the idea of having all those people out there watching me...I know my lines by heart, but what if I mess up and it's silent? I wish I just could hide somewhere," whispered Saige.

• Saige can be a mean girl.

• Saige is relaxed.

• Saige is nervous.

• Saige is going to watch a movie.

Gavin plays baseball and accidentally breaks a window.  How do you think he feels?

• He is scared of getting in trouble.
• He feels happy and excited he threw the ball so hard.
• He can't wait to break another window.
• He is thinking he should study his spelling words.

The sandwich you left on the table is gone. Crumbs lead to your dog's bed and a piece of meat hangs our of her mouth. You can infer that......

• Your mother threw the sandwich away. 
• Your sister took your sandwich and ate it.
• Your cat ate your sandwich.
• Your dog ate your sandwich.

It was raining outside. Sue got out of bed and got dressed for school. Then, she ate breakfast and grabbed her backpack. Suddenly, she heard a loud rumble of thunder. Before Sue left the house, she probably ___________________.

• got her sunglasses

• made a sandwich

• picked up her umbrella

• put on sandals

Amy opened the door to the bathroom. “What is that dripping sound? Why is the carpet wet and squishy all around the bathtub? The rest of the carpet is dry. Oh no!”
What is the problem?

• The TV is broken.
• The bathtub is overflowing.
• There is no soap in the bathroom.
• The stove was left turned on.

Christian is wearing sandals, a t-shirt and his bathing suit. He is carrying a towel, goggles and a bottle of sunscreen. I can infer he is…

• playing football

• going to the pool

• walking his dog

• going to the doctor

A student returns from recess crying. He has a scratch on his arm and is bleeding. I can infer that…

• He was eating ice cream.

• He fell down the monkey bars.

• He got a bad grade on his test.

• He was hungry.

Brittany's mom walks into the kitchen wearing her sun hat and a pair of old shoes. “Those vegetable plants are growing by leaps and bounds!” she exclaims to Brittany, as she takes off a dirty glove and wipes a smudge of dirt off her face. Where was Brittany's mom?

• At the store
• At the doctor's office
• In the garden
• At the airport