Making Inferences

Drawing a conclusion about the way mental processes work by making assumptions based on observable behaviour - which term best describes this?

• Internal mental process

• Inference

• Schema

• Stroop Effect

What can be inferred about a society that has extensive trade networks and diverse artifacts from distant regions?

• The society was isolated and self-sufficient

• The society had no interest in external cultures

• The society engaged in extensive trade and cultural exchange

• The society was primarily agricultural

Given the following excerpt from an ancient text: "The king's decree was absolute, and none dared to oppose his will." What can you infer about the political structure of the society?

• The society was a democracy with elected leaders

• The society had a decentralized form of governance

• The society was ruled by a powerful and authoritative monarch

• The society had no formal leadership

Given the following excerpt from a medieval manuscript: "The peasants toil in the fields from dawn till dusk, yet their bellies remain empty, and their homes are bare." What can you infer about the social structure of the society?

• The society treats members of all social classes as equals

• The society has a significant difference between the wealthy and the poor

• The society is primarily focused on trade and commerce

• The society is technologically advanced

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DOK Level 3: Strategic Thinking

Given the following excerpt from a historical document: "The town council met regularly to discuss the needs of the community." What can you infer about the governance of the society?

• The society was ruled by a single monarch

• The society had a democratic form of governance

• The society had no formal leadership

• The society was primarily focused on military conquest

What can be inferred about a society that has a complex legal system with written laws and courts?

• The society is primitive and lacks organization

• The society values order and justice

• The society is primarily focused on agriculture

• The society has no formal governance

Given the following excerpt from a historical account: 'The merchants traveled far and wide, bringing exotic goods to the local markets.' What can you infer about the society's economy?

• The society was isolated and self-sufficient

• The society had a thriving trade network

• The society was primarily agricultural

• The society had no interest in external cultures

What can be inferred about a society where education is highly valued and accessible to all citizens?

• The society is technologically backward

• The society prioritizes knowledge and development

• The society is primarily focused on military conquest

• The society has a rigid class system

Given the following excerpt from a historical letter: 'The artisans were highly respected and their crafts were sought after by many.' What can you infer about the society's culture?

• The society had no appreciation for art

• The society valued craftsmanship and creativity

• The society was primarily focused on agriculture

• The society had a strict class hierarchy

What can be inferred about a society that has a rich tradition of storytelling and oral history?

• The society lacks written language

• The society values cultural heritage and history

• The society is primarily focused on trade

• The society has no interest in the past