Inference Skills Quiz

What can you infer about a character who is described as having a "steely gaze" and "unflinching posture"?

• They are physically cold.

• They are nervous.

• They are determined or strong-willed.

• They are tired.

Tags

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

If a story mentions that the sky was filled with dark clouds and a cold wind started blowing, what can you infer about the setting?

• It is summer.

• A storm is coming.

• It is in a desert.

• The characters are indoors.

Tags

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

When an author describes a character as having a "twinkle in their eye," what can you infer about the character's mood?

• They are angry.

• They are sad.

• They are mischievous or happy.

• They are scared.

Tags

CCSS.RI.5.5

CCSS.RI.6.5

CCSS.RI.7.5

CCSS.RI.8.5

CCSS.RI.9-10.5

If a character in a book is always shown studying, wearing glasses, and winning academic awards, what can you infer about this character?

• They are athletic.

• They are not smart.

• They value education.

• They dislike school.

Tags

CCSS.RI.7.1

CCSS.RI.8.1

CCSS.RL.6.1

CCSS.RL.7.1

CCSS.RL.8.1

What can you infer about a setting described as having "abandoned buildings, graffiti-covered walls, and broken windows"?

• It is a well-maintained and safe neighborhood.

• It is a bustling city center.

• It is a neglected or possibly unsafe area.

• It is a rural countryside.

Tags

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

If a character says, "I could eat a horse," what can you infer about their state?

• They are literally going to eat a horse.

• They are not hungry.

• They are very hungry.

• They are a vegetarian.

Tags

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.2.6

When a story is set in a small town where everyone knows each other's names and secrets, what can you infer about the community?

• It is very private.

• It is impersonal.

• It is close-knit.

• It is a large city.

Tags

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

If a character's hands are described as "shaking" and their voice as "quivering" during a confrontation, what can you infer about their emotional state?

• They are excited.

• They are calm.

• They are angry.

• They are nervous or scared.

Tags

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.4.3

What can you infer about a book that begins with a detailed description of a gloomy, dilapidated mansion surrounded by overgrown vegetation?

• The story is a comedy.

• The setting is well-cared-for and happy.

• The story might have elements of mystery or horror.

• The story is set in a bustling urban area.

Tags

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.4.3

If a character is frequently described as "biting their lip" or "avoiding eye contact," what can you infer about their behavior?

• They are confident.

• They are likely feeling guilty or anxious.

• They are being honest.

• They are focused.

Tags

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3