Making Inferences - Fiction and Nonfiction

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What does it mean to make an inference?

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Making an inference means drawing a conclusion based on evidence and reasoning rather than from explicit statements.

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What is a key difference between fiction and nonfiction?

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Fiction is a narrative that is created from the imagination, while nonfiction is based on real events and facts.

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Why is context important when making inferences?

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Context provides background information that helps the reader understand the situation, which is essential for making accurate inferences.

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What is an example of an inference from a text?

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If a character is described as shivering and wearing a light jacket, you can infer that it is cold outside.

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How can clues in a passage help you make inferences?

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Clues such as descriptive language, character actions, and dialogue can provide hints about what is happening or what a character is feeling.

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What is a supporting detail?

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A supporting detail is a piece of information that helps to explain, clarify, or provide evidence for the main idea.

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How can you tell if an inference is reasonable?

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An inference is reasonable if it is supported by evidence from the text and aligns with the overall context.

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What is the purpose of making inferences while reading?

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Making inferences helps readers understand deeper meanings, predict outcomes, and engage more fully with the text.

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What is an example of a nonfiction text?

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An example of a nonfiction text is a biography, which tells the true story of a person's life.

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What does it mean to draw a conclusion?

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Drawing a conclusion means arriving at a judgment or decision based on the information presented.