Making Inferences

The cat arched its back with its fur stood up, hissing at people who came near it. What can you infer about the cat?

• The cat is hungry

• The cat is happy

• The cat is frightened

• The cat is sad

He put on his helmet, raised the kick stand, and began pedaling. What is he doing?

• He was riding a motorcycle.

• He was riding a skateboard.

• He was riding a scooter.

• He was riding a bike.

Since the chicken, potatoes, and peas smelled so good, everyone came running when mom called them. What can you infer about this situation?

• It was time for dinner.

• It was time for bed.

• It was time for school.

• It was time for breakfast.

She screamed as she slipped and fell. What can you infer about this situation?

• The floor was old.

• The floor was wet.

• The floor was dry.

• The floor was new.

Kerry smiled and hugged her mother after opening the box. How did Kerry feel?

• Kerry did not like what was in the box.

• Kerry didn’t want what was in the box.

• Kerry was happy about what was in the box.

• Kerry didn’t know what was in the box.

Mary sat on her feet and waved her hand in the air. What can you infer about this situation?

• Mary wanted to answer the question.

• Mary forgot to do her homework.

• Mary didn’t know the answer.

• Mary didn’t want to get in trouble.

Lacy was leaving a puddle of water in the floor as she stood shivering in her wet clothes. What can you infer about this situation?

• Lacy had to walk home on a windy day.

• Lacy had to walk home on a cold day.

• Lacy had to walk home on a hot day.

• Lacy had to walk home on a rainy day.

Lauren grabbed her backpack and shoes as she ran out the door to chase the bus. What can you infer about this situation?

• Lauren was running late.

• Lauren got ready early.

• Lauren was excited about school.

• Lauren liked to run.

Connie glared at Robert and walked out of the room, slamming the door. What can you infer about this situation?

• Connie was glad to see Robert.

• Robert had made Connie mad.

• Connie thought Robert was funny.

• Connie was sad about having to leave Robert.

The man is watering the plants in his garden. He is sweating and wiping his brow. What can you guess about the weather?

• It is cold outside

• It is hot outside

• It is raining outside

• It is snowing outside