It's a good thing we were all wearing seat belts when the turbulence hit! Based on the text, which of the following most likely happened?

A plane had gone through a storm.

A family was on a road trip and hit a pothole.

There are not enough details to answer the question.

Many breeds of dogs are used for work. In many cultures dogs are used to herd sheep. The dogs keep the flock from being attacked by animals such as wolves. They also keep sheep from wandering off. Sheepdogs are known for their loyalty and gentleness. Based on your reading of the text, you can INFER that:

Sheepdogs are gentle and loyal.

Sheepdogs are not very smart dogs.

Wolves are afraid of sheepdogs.

Many breeds of dogs are used for work. In many cultures dogs are used to herd sheep. The dogs keep the flock from being attacked by animals such as wolves. Sheepdogs are known for their loyalty and gentleness. Based on the text, you can infer that:

Sheepdogs are trusted because of their loyalty.

Wolves are afraid of sheepdogs.

Which piece of evidence from the text supports the claim that Melissa enjoys spending time with Leslie?

Melissa is a friend who laughs with Leslie.

Leslie's parents are delighted when he explores.

Melissa lives in the first house on the first row.

Television does not interest Leslie anymore.

Which evidence supports the claim that Leslie has a sense of imagination?

He created make-believe friends out of cartoon characters.

He refuses to leave the TV for outings or activities.

His parents are no longer impressed by his talents.

He is an only child and has no siblings to play with.

Which evidence supports the claim that Leslie's selfishness hurts others?

Leslie hits his cousin on the head and creates "a bump as big as a ping-pong ball."

Leslie's parents have decided to "no longer invite other children to their place."

Leslie has very few interactions with others because he is "sibling-less and friendless."

Leslie eavesdrops on his parents in order to hear about "the incident" because he does not remember it.

Which sentence provides evidence to support the claim that Leslie is not sorry for hurting his cousin?

“Well, serves her right for snatching my remote,” Leslie had whispered to himself as he crept to his room after completing the eavesdropping session.

Leslie’s parents, Mr. and Mrs. Andrew, also no longer invite other children to their place due to an incident that took place when Leslie was four years old.

Leslie has no recollection of “the incident,” but he overheard his mom talking about it.

Leslie's actions resulted in a bump as big as a ping-pong ball on Elsa's head that took nearly one year to subside.

Which evidence supports the claim that Leslie is unable to read novels?

Mrs. Andrew is worried that Leslie will never be able to finish a book.

Mr. and Mrs. Andrew are deeply concerned about their son's TV viewing habits.

Mr. Andrew is worried that Leslie will spend the rest of his life in one room.

Leslie is unable to care about anything besides the television.

Which evidence supports the claim that Leslie's habits are harming him physically?

Walking and moving quickly is difficult for Leslie.

Leslie watches TV even while his tutor gives him lessons.

Leslie has an extremely short attention span.

Ms. Wilson gives Leslie his lessons in his own room.

Which piece of evidence supports the claim that the woman who Leslie sees is Melissa's mother?

Melissa refers to her when she says, "Parents!"

The woman knows Melissa's name.

The woman is pushing a baby in a stroller.

Which piece of evidence from the text supports the claim that Leslie's response to his father is uncharacteristic?

Leslie’s mother is concerned when she hears his answer.

Leslie hears a weird sound after he makes his reply.

Mr. Andrew has good news for Leslie about the electricity.

Leslie looks out the window when he gets to his room.

Which piece of evidence from the text supports the claim that Leslie is not happy to have the electricity back?

Leslie sighs deeply when he hears the appliances.

Leslie watches the tiny ants at work on the tree.

Leslie can hear many different kinds of machines.

Leslie reaches out of the window for an apple.

What is an inference?

A conclusion reached on the basis of evidence and background knowledge.

Something that is directly stated in the text.

A conclusion reached based on NO evidence and is based off of a gut feeling.

The type of fur on the inside of a mammal.

The dog was extremely tired. Which of the following is NOT an acceptable inference based on the scenario?

The dog had plenty of rest the night before.

The dog just got back from a walk.

The dog had not eaten any food all day.

The dog had been up for eight straight hours.

Pick the one that is NOT a way to support your evidence?

“The guy at McDonald’s said …”

“The text in paragraph #3 states that, …”

Which of the following best describes the relationship between text evidence and inferences?

A) Text evidence is used to support inferences.

B) Inferences are used to find text evidence.

C) Text evidence and inferences are unrelated.

D) Inferences are more important than text evidence.

When analyzing a text, why is it important to distinguish between text evidence and personal opinion?

A) Text evidence is factual, while personal opinion is subjective.

B) Personal opinion is always more reliable than text evidence.

C) Text evidence is subjective, while personal opinion is factual.

D) There is no need to distinguish between them.

Text Evidence and Inferences

Authored by Sarah Williams

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5th Grade

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

1 min • 1 pt

Which evidence from the text best supports the claim that Leslie's bed is particularly comfortable?

Leslie's bed has soft warm quilts and numerous pillows.

Leslie's bed can be folded into a couch but never has been.

Leslie has a plasma TV mounted on the wall of his bedroom.

Leslie's grandparents do not understand his love of television.

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Which sentence from the text supports the claim that Leslie is only dragged from his bed when necessary?

Leslie does not see the need to step out of his room.

The only reason Leslie budges from his bed is to answer the call of nature.

Leslie reluctantly drags his feet at a pace slower than a tortoise.

Leslie's three favorite activities are eating, sleeping, and watching TV.

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

1 min • 1 pt

Which piece of evidence from the text supports the claim that Leslie is intimidated by Melissa's knowledge?

Leslie is afraid to tell Melissa that he has never seen a real butterfly before because she knows so much about nature that she may laugh at him.

Leslie is unable to identify the pretty thing with fluttering wings that lands on his arm while he is in the midst of talking to Melissa.

Leslie rarely comes out of his house, so he has never met Melissa even though they live in the same neighborhood.

Leslie studies the butterfly carefully, taking note of the two dark circles on each of the butterfly's wings.

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1 min • 5 pts

When making an inference, the most important thing is...

Being able to prove your inference by using evidence from the text.

The characters in the text.

The topic of text.

What you know about the topic.

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1 min • 1 pt

"Text Evidence" is

my best guess.

what I can learn from reading the text.

what I know from experiences that I have had in life.

a test.

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What is text evidence?

It is the details and evidence that comes from the text that is used to support your analysis.

It is when the reader breaks down the important ideas from the author.

When you expand on the author's ideas by adding your own opinions.

When you give the author credit for their ideas.

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Sometimes we have to “read between the lines.” Authors don’t always tell us everything. We need to use textual evidence and prior knowledge to understand the text better.

True

False

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