Inference and Evidence

Rachel went to the bookstore to get a book that was just released. When she got there, she was told the last copy was just sold. Hearing this makes Rachel upset. What evidence from the text supports how she feels?

• The worker at the bookstore talk to her.

• The last copy of the book was sold.

• Rachel didn’t want to read the book.

• Rachel does not like to read.

When stating evidence you should...

• Use a text talker.

• Use words such as, the reason I think this is because.

• Use a complete sentence.

• All of the above.

Fill in the blanks. An inference is an idea or conclusion that's drawn from ________ and reasoning.

• information

• evidence

• equation

• history

An inference is...

• A) Text evidence + what you know, educated guess.

• B) Retelling a text

• C) Guessing

• D) Information written directly into the text.

While walking through the park, Jamie noticed that the ground was wet, and people were carrying umbrellas. What can Jamie infer from these observations?

• It is a sunny day.

• It recently rained.

• People are preparing for a parade.

• The sprinklers were on.

In inferring, you need to use the following: evidences from the text and ________.

• clues

• prior knowledge

What can you infer about Ingrid's situation?

• I can infer that Ingrid prefers Math because she doesn't like the teacher.

• I can infer that Ingrid is nervous because she looked down at the floor and cleared her throat before speaking.

• I can infer that Ingrid is in trouble because she didn't follow the expectations in lab.

• I think Ingrid will write a paperwork because she needs an extra credit.

Matthew couldn't figure out why this was happening. All of a sudden, he was struggling with algebra. He was embarrassed by how little he understood. Matthew studied hard every day, but he just didn't get it! His first test was coming up on Friday, and he was desperate for help. What do you think will happen to Matthew? Select 2 inferences.

• I think Matthew is going to the discipline office because he cannot understand the lesson.

• I can infer that Matthew is going to have a bad score because he struggles in Algebra.

• I think Matthew is scheduled for a check up because he is sick.

• I can infer that Matthew will ask for help because he is determined to study everyday.

In a narrative about a boy who saves his allowance to buy a gift for his mother's birthday, what can you infer about the boy's feelings towards his mother?

• He is indifferent towards her.

• He does not understand the value of money.

• He cares deeply for his mother.

• He is saving for something else.

In the story, "Jenna looked at the overcast sky and decided to bring her umbrella when she left the house." What can you infer about Jenna's decision-making?

• Jenna dislikes the rain.

• Jenna anticipates that it might rain.

• Jenna always carries an umbrella regardless of the weather.

• Jenna prefers sunny weather.

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DOK Level 3: Strategic Thinking