Inference Challenge

Read the following passage: John woke up early in the morning. He put on his running shoes and went outside. He ran for an hour and then came back home. He was sweating and breathing heavily. What can you infer from this passage?

• John went swimming.

• John went to the gym.

• John went for a run.

• John went for a walk.

Read the following sentence: The sky turned dark and the wind started blowing. People rushed to find shelter. What can you infer from this sentence?

• It's a sunny day.

• The wind is calm and gentle.

• A storm is approaching.

• There is a rainbow in the sky.

Read the following paragraph: Sara was carrying a big backpack and a camera. She was wearing a hat and sunglasses. She looked excited and ready for an adventure. What can you infer from this paragraph?

• Sara is going on a beach vacation.

• Sara is going on a hiking trip.

• Sara is a professional photographer.

• Sara is prepared for an adventure.

Read the following sentence: The students were sitting quietly in the classroom. The teacher entered and everyone stood up. What can you infer from this sentence?

• The students were showing respect to the teacher.

• The students were protesting against the teacher.

• The students were afraid of the teacher.

• The students were bored and wanted to stretch their legs.

Read the following passage: The bakery was filled with the aroma of freshly baked bread. Customers were lined up to buy their favorite pastries. The bakers were busy preparing more treats. What can you infer from this passage?

• The bakery is popular and busy.

• The bakery is selling only bread.

• The bakery is empty.

• The bakery is closed.

Read the following sentence: The car screeched to a halt and the driver got out. He looked angry and started shouting. What can you infer from this sentence?

• The driver is talking on the phone and laughing.

• The car broke down and the driver is frustrated.

• The driver is happy and celebrating.

• The driver is angry and shouting.

Read the following paragraph: The garden was filled with colorful flowers. Bees were buzzing around, collecting nectar. The sun was shining brightly. What can you infer from this paragraph?

• The garden is a vibrant and lively place with colorful flowers and buzzing bees.

• The garden is a dull and lifeless place with no flowers or bees.

• The garden is a chaotic and noisy place with no flowers or bees.

• The garden is a quiet and peaceful place with no flowers or bees.

Read the following sentence: The phone rang and Sarah quickly answered it. She smiled and said, 'I'll be right there.' What can you infer from this sentence?

• Sarah is talking to someone else and cannot answer the call.

• Sarah is close to the phone and ready to respond to the call.

• Sarah is ignoring the phone call.

• Sarah is far away from the phone and unable to respond to the call.

Read the following passage: The streets were empty and the shops were closed. It was late at night and everyone was asleep. What can you infer from this passage?

• The streets were crowded and the shops were open.

• Everyone is asleep.

• The shops were open and people were shopping.

• It was early in the morning and everyone was awake.

Read the following sentence: The dog wagged its tail and ran towards its owner. It jumped up and licked his face. What can you infer from this sentence?

• The dog is scared and trying to protect itself.

• The dog is hungry and wants food from its owner.

• The dog is happy and affectionate towards its owner.

• The dog is angry and wants to attack its owner.