Drawing Inferences

Joseph and Caitlin were choosing the players for their teams. It was Caitlin's turn to choose, and only Jason was left. Caitlin said, "Jason."

We can infer that…

• Jason was the best player.
• Caitlin wanted Jason on her team.
• Jason was not a very good player.
• Caitlin had a hard time choosing a team member.

Which sentence suggests that Joanna rode her bike to school?

• Joannaʼs hair was a little messy when she got to school.
• Joanna crossed three streets on her way to school.
• Joanna went four blocks on her way to school.
• Joanna had to put her helmet inside the classroom closet.

Which sentence suggests that Joanna rode her bike to school?

• Joannaʼs hair was a little messy when she got to school.
• Joanna crossed three streets on her way to school.
• Joanna went four blocks on her way to school.
• Joanna had to put her helmet inside the classroom closet.

Mike had fun hiking in the woods and doing crafts.  He also really enjoyed the campfire sing-a-long and had made a lot of new friends. Still, he was glad that tomorrow he would be going home.
Where is Mike?

• at camp
• at a slumber party
• on a picnic
• in California 

As I walked in the door, I was amazed at the beautiful colors and smells. I knew it would be hard to decide what I would buy with my $3. The chocolate truffles looked delicious, but they were expensive. The jelly beans were not only cheaper, but so colorful! With so much to choose from, I knew I would be here a long time. Where am I?

• Gas station
• Candy store
• Grocery store
• Shoe store

We had to use an umbrella.  What was the cause of this?

• It was sunny outside.
• It began to drizzle rain.
• It was cold and windy outside.

"When I woke up, there were branches and leaves all over the yard." What does this sentence infer?

• There was a storm last night.
• The tree needs to be trimmed.
• My neighbors are upset with me.
• My dad will be mad.

“We bought tickets and some popcorn.” What does this infer?

• My parents love me.
• I'm happy to be home.
• We were at the movies.
• We are now broke.

What is another word for "what you already know?"

• background sound
• schema
• backlash information
• background

Which option correctly answers all of the questions according to the picture?

• broken window; entertained; falling star; the dog
• broken window; sad; soccer ball; the boy
• broken window; scared; baseball; the boy
• TV; entertained; a honey bee; bee catcher