Predicting

Read each passage carefully. Then choose the correct prediction. The soccer field was at the top of a hill. On each side, there was a steep slope down. The view was great. If the ball got kicked out of bounds, though, there would be a big problem. What might happen to the ball next?

• It will roll down the hill.

• It will go flat.

• It will go up a tree.

• It will bounce too high.

How do we make predictions when reading?

• by guessing

• by using hints or clues based from the text

• by using one's emotion or instinct

Nico's mother brought home empty boxes from the store. She wrapped the dishes in newspaper and placed them in the boxes. Next, she took down the pictures and the curtains and packed them in boxes. She told Nico that his first day at his new school would be Tuesday. What prediction can you make?

• Nico is not going to school anymore.

• Nico's mother is going to clean the house.

• Nico's family is going to move.

• Nico's family is decorating their house.

Why do we make predictions?

• to know what will happen next

• to end a story or piece the way you want it to be

• to finish the unfinished as expected by many

In a story, if a character is described as having a tight grip on their bag while walking through a crowded market, what can you predict about the character's feelings?

• They feel safe and relaxed.

• They are excited to be in the market.

• They are worried about losing their bag.

• They are looking for someone in the crowd.

In a story where a character learns to trust others after being betrayed, what can you predict about the character's development?

• They will never trust anyone again.

• They will become more isolated.

• They will learn the importance of forgiveness and trust.

• They will seek revenge on those who betrayed them.

If a character in a book is described as having a "heart of gold" and is always helping others, what can you predict about how other characters view them?

• They are envied by everyone.

• They are disliked by other characters.

• They are highly respected and loved.

• They are considered foolish.

When a character in a story says, "I heard from Jake that the new movie is great," what can you predict about the character's future actions?

• The character will avoid watching the movie.

• The character will likely watch the movie soon.

• The character dislikes movies.

• The character will read a book instead.

In a story, if a character checks the weather forecast and then cancels a planned hiking trip, what can you infer about the forecast?

• The weather was predicted to be ideal for hiking.

• The forecast likely predicted bad weather.

• The weather was too hot for hiking.

• The forecast predicted a perfect sunny day.

In a narrative, if a student is described as studying hard every night and frequently visiting the library, what can you predict about their academic performance?

• The student will likely perform poorly in their exams.

• The student might drop out of school.

• The student will likely excel in their exams.

• The student is not interested in studies.