Fifth-Grade Inference Quiz

Tommy came to school wearing a raincoat and carrying an umbrella. What can you infer from this?

• Tommy forgot his raincoat at home.

• Tommy loves rainy weather.

• It might rain today.

Samantha saw her friend Jane carrying a backpack filled with books, pencils, and notebooks. What can you infer?

• Samantha and Jane are going to play at the park.

• Jane is going to school.

• Samantha is carrying Jane's backpack for her.

The cafeteria is full of students eating pizza and chicken nuggets. What time of day is it most likely?

• Breakfast time

• Lunchtime

• Dinner time

Maria walked into the classroom, shivering and wearing a heavy coat. What season is it?

• Summer

• Winter

• Spring

Lucas was holding a soccer ball, wearing cleats, and had a water bottle in his hand. What can you infer about Lucas?

• Lucas is going swimming.

• Lucas is going to a soccer practice or game.

• Lucas is going to a math class.

Emily always brings a towel, sunscreen, and a swimsuit to school on Fridays. What can you infer about Emily's Friday afternoon plans?

• Emily is going to the library.

• Emily is going to the beach or pool.

• Emily is having a picnic.

On a sunny day, you see your neighbor walking their dog with a leash and a bag of dog treats. What can you infer?

• Your neighbor is going to a cat show.

• Your neighbor is taking their dog for a walk.

• Your neighbor is going to the grocery store.

There are balloons, streamers, and a birthday cake with candles in the living room. What can you infer about the situation?

• It's Halloween.

• It's someone's birthday party.

• It's just a regular day.

The teacher said, "Don't forget to bring your textbooks to class tomorrow." What can you infer from the teacher's statement?

• There is a pop quiz tomorrow.

• Tomorrow is a school holiday.

• The teacher wants students to bring their textbooks to class.

At the school science fair, you see a table with a microscope, test tubes, and various chemicals. What can you infer about the display?

• It's a booth selling candy.

• It's a science experiment.

• It's a book fair.