Making Inferences

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What is making an inference?

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Using clues from what you read and what you already know to figure something out.

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Where might you find children playing?

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At school or in the park.

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What can you infer if you see a boy with a cake?

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It is the boy's birthday.

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Why do animals in the desert sleep during the day?

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To stay cool because it is hot.

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What does it mean if ice cream is melting?

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It is likely hot outside.

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What is a clue?

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A piece of information that helps you understand something.

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If you see a wet sidewalk, what can you infer?

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It probably rained recently.

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What can you infer if a dog is barking?

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The dog might be excited or alert.

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What does 'to infer' mean?

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To make a guess based on evidence.

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If a person is wearing a coat, what can you infer about the weather?

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It is likely cold outside.