Inference Skills Quiz

What can you infer about a character who is described as having "a sharp, piercing gaze that seemed to see right through you"?

• The character is physically strong.

• The character is likely perceptive or insightful.

• The character enjoys outdoor activities.

• The character is very talkative.

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DOK Level 2: Skill/Concept

If an author describes a setting as "dilapidated and overgrown," what might be the author's purpose?

• To create a feeling of warmth and comfort.

• To evoke a sense of neglect or abandonment.

• To highlight the wealth of the characters.

• To prepare for a festive event.

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DOK Level 2: Skill/Concept

When a story mentions that the sky began to darken and the wind picked up, what can you predict will happen next?

• The characters will go swimming.

• There will be a sudden and unexpected party.

• The weather will worsen, possibly leading to a storm.

• The characters will start singing.

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DOK Level 2: Skill/Concept

What does the phrase "he was on thin ice" imply about the character's situation?

• He was literally skating.

• He was in a safe and secure position.

• He was in a risky or precarious situation.

• He was feeling very cold.

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DOK Level 2: Skill/Concept

If an author frequently uses dark and stormy settings, what can you infer about the tone of the book?

• It is likely light-hearted and humorous.

• It is mysterious or suspenseful.

• It is primarily focused on romance.

• It is educational and factual.

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DOK Level 2: Skill/Concept

What does it mean if a character is described as having "eyes that could light up a room"?

• The character has actual light-emitting eyes.

• The character is blind.

• The character is lively and has a vibrant personality.

• The character prefers dark rooms.

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DOK Level 2: Skill/Concept

When a character's hands are described as "calloused and strong," what can you infer about their background or daily activities?

• They work in an office.

• They engage in physical labor or strenuous activities.

• They spend a lot of time swimming.

• They are unemployed.

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DOK Level 2: Skill/Concept

If a story is set in a "quaint, quiet village," what can you predict about the pace of life in the story?

• It is fast-paced and hectic.

• It is slow and peaceful.

• It is dangerous and chaotic.

• It is technologically advanced.

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DOK Level 2: Skill/Concept

What can you infer about a character who is always shown reading books in the story?

• They dislike learning.

• They are likely knowledgeable or value knowledge.

• They are poor at sports.

• They are socially very active.

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DOK Level 2: Skill/Concept

If an author describes a meal as "sumptuous and aromatic," what is the author's purpose?

• To show that the food was unappealing.

• To make the reader feel hungry.

• To convey the richness and appeal of the food.

• To indicate that the food was spoiled.

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DOK Level 2: Skill/Concept