Inference Quiz

Mary was worried. She was even a little sad. She was hoping things would not be very different. She also hoped she would make friends soon.
We can infer that:

• Mary is hungry.

• Mary is going to a new school.

• Mary is going to the dentist.

• Mary is having a birthday party.

Tags

CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RL.3.1

RL.2

Benji heard loud noises in the sky. He saw flashes of light, too. Benji ran to the living room to find his parents. They were watching the news on the television. They told him about the storm warnings.
We can infer that:

• Benji's parents were watching cartoons.

• Benji's parents were watching a movie.

• Benii's parents were watching the weather.

• Benji's parents were eating popcorn.

Tags

RL.2

Grandma is planting a flower garden. Grandpa is checking the lawnmower. The children are playing outside with their jackets on. Everyone is anxious for winter to be over.
We can infer that:

• Summer is coming soon.

• Fall is just around the corner.

• Grandma and Grandpa are lazy.

• Spring is on the way.

Tags

CCSS.RI.4.1

CCSS.RI.5.1

CCSS.RI.6.1

CCSS.RL.4.1

CCSS.RL.5.1

The teacher asked the students to clean off their desks. She gave them each a piece of paper. The students each got out a pencil to write down what the teacher said.
We can infer that:

• The students are going outside for recess.

• It is almost time for lunch.

• The teacher is giving a spelling test.

• It is time to read with a partner.

Tags

CCSS.RI.4.1

CCSS.RI.5.1

CCSS.RL.4.1

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RL.6.1

The dentist came into my room. He looked at my teeth. He talked to my mom. He gave me a sticker and a new toothbrush. My mom was happy!
We can infer that:

• The dentist gave the child a good report.

• The dentist is old and grouchy.

• The mom is afraid of dentists.

• The child never brushes her teeth.

Tags

CCSS.RI.4.1

CCSS.RI.5.1

CCSS.RL.4.1

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RL.6.1

I am so nervous! I have practiced and practiced my song, but I am still afraid I might mess it up. The principal will call my name soon. I will do my best. Maybe I will win a prize!
We can infer that:

• Someone is marching in a parade.

• Someone is taking flying lessons.

• Someone is in a talent show.

• Someone is playing in a softball game.

Tags

CCSS.RI.4.1

CCSS.RI.5.1

CCSS.RL.4.1

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RL.6.1

Dad went to the grocery store. He doesn't usually go there. He is going to buy pizzas for supper because they are easy to cook. I will be glad when Mom gets back on her feet.
We can infer that:

• Mom is on vacation.

• Mom is not feeling well.

• Mom does not know how to cook pizzas.

• Mom never goes to the grocery store.

Tags

CCSS.RI.4.1

CCSS.RI.5.1

CCSS.RI.6.1

CCSS.RL.4.1

CCSS.RL.5.1

The bus driver was slowing down as he came up on an intersection. He noticed the light was turning from yellow to red.
We can infer that:

• The bus driver will stop the bus.

• The bus driver will speed up.

• The bus driver must wash the bus.

• The bus driver does not have a license.

Tags

CCSS.RI.4.1

CCSS.RI.5.1

CCSS.RL.4.1

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RL.6.1

Our dog had puppies. One is brown. One is black. One is spotted. I keep looking at them, but cannot decide which one is the cutest. I wonder what I should name these new puppies.
We can infer that:

• There are two cute puppies.

• Our puppy is named Brownie.

• The mother dog is sick.

• There are three cute puppies.

Tags

CCSS.RI.4.1

CCSS.RI.5.1

CCSS.RL.4.1

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RL.6.1

Jeff found some money on the playground. He gave it to his teacher. The teacher told Jeff she would try to find the owner. If she does not find the owner, she will give the money to Jeff.
We can infer that:

• Jeff is an honest person.

• Jeff is three years old.

• Jeff likes to pay games with money.

• Jeff gets good grades.

Tags

CCSS.RI.4.1

CCSS.RI.5.1

CCSS.RI.6.1

CCSS.RL.4.1

CCSS.RL.5.1