Inference and Citing Evidences

Fill in the blanks. An inference is an idea or conclusion that's drawn from ________ and reasoning.

• information

• evidence

• equation

• history

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An inference is...

• A) Text evidence + what you know, educated guess.

• B) Retelling a text

• C) Guessing

• D) Information written directly into the text.

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In a story, a character puts on a heavy coat, gloves, and a hat before leaving the house. What can you infer about the weather outside?

• It is snowing.

• It is a warm sunny day.

• It is raining.

• It is very cold.

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While walking through the park, Jamie noticed that the ground was wet, and people were carrying umbrellas. What can Jamie infer from these observations?

• It is a sunny day.

• It recently rained.

• People are preparing for a parade.

• The sprinklers were on.

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During a science experiment, a liquid changes color when a certain substance is added. What can you infer about the substance?

• It is a color dye.

• It has no effect on the liquid.

• It reacts chemically with the liquid.

• It is water.

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In inferring, you need to use the following: evidences from the text and ________.

• clues

• prior knowledge

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“Oh, wow, does she ever look angry,” Ingrid thought nervously as she faced her science teacher. Ms. Boscoff insisted that she explain her behavior in lab. Ingrid knew she had no excuse. She looked down at the floor and cleared her throat before she began to speak.

What can you infer about Ingrid's situation?

• I can infer that Ingrid prefers Math because she doesn't like the teacher.

• I can infer that Ingrid is nervous because she looked down at the floor and cleared her throat before speaking.

• I can infer that Ingrid is in trouble because she didn't follow the expectations in lab.

• I think Ingrid will write a paperwork because she needs an extra credit.

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Matthew couldn't figure out why this was happening. All of a sudden, he was struggling with algebra. He was embarrassed by how little he understood. Matthew studied hard every day, but he just didn't get it! His first test was coming up on Friday, and he was desperate for help.

What do you think will happen to Matthew? Select 2 inferences.

• I think Matthew is going to the discipline office because he cannot understand the lesson.

• I can infer that Matthew is going to have a bad score because he struggles in Algebra.

• I think Matthew is scheduled for a check up because he is sick.

• I can infer that Matthew will ask for help because he is determined to study everyday.

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Fara hated swimming in swimming pools. She preferred the cool, splashing waters of the San Gabriel River. But when Thomas called and invited her to the city pool, Fara agreed to meet him there.

What is the unsupported evidence?

• Fara hated swimming in swimming pools.

• But when Thomas called and invited her to the city pool, Fara agreed to meet him there.

• She preferred the cool, splashing waters of the San Gabriel River.

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In the story, "After years of research, Dr. Ellis published her findings on climate change, which were immediately recognized by her peers." What can be concluded about Dr. Ellis's research?

• Her research was irrelevant and ignored.

• Her research contributed valuable insights into climate change.

• Her research was criticized and dismissed.

• She conducted her research without any prior knowledge.

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DOK Level 3: Strategic Thinking