Inference and Evidence Quiz

Read the following passage and answer the question below: *"The sun had just set, leaving a warm glow on the horizon. Sarah sat on the porch, sipping her tea, and watching the stars begin to twinkle in the night sky. She felt a sense of peace and contentment, knowing that tomorrow would bring new adventures."* What can be inferred about Sarah's feelings towards the upcoming day?

• She is anxious about tomorrow.

• She is looking forward to tomorrow.

• She is indifferent about tomorrow.

• She is dreading tomorrow.

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CCSS.RI.8.1

CCSS.RL.8.1

CCSS.RL.7.1

CCSS.RI.7.1

CCSS.RI.9-10.1

Based on the passage in Question 1, what evidence supports the inference that Sarah feels peaceful?

• The sun had just set.

• She was sipping her tea.

• She felt a sense of peace and contentment.

• The stars began to twinkle.

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CCSS.RI.8.1

CCSS.RL.8.1

CCSS.RL.7.1

CCSS.RI.7.1

CCSS.RI.9-10.1

Read the following sentence: "The old house creaked and groaned as the wind howled outside." What can be inferred about the condition of the house?

• The house is new and sturdy.

• The house is old and possibly in disrepair.

• The house is located in a quiet area.

• The house is well-maintained.

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CCSS.RI.8.1

CCSS.RL.8.1

CCSS.RI.7.1

CCSS.RI.9-10.1

CCSS.RL.9-10.1

In the sentence from Question 3, what evidence supports the inference about the house's condition?

• The wind howled outside.

• The house creaked and groaned.

• The house is old.

• The house is quiet.

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CCSS.RI.8.1

CCSS.RL.8.1

CCSS.RL.7.1

CCSS.RI.9-10.1

CCSS.RL.9-10.1

Read the following passage and answer the question below: *"As the final bell rang, students poured out of the classrooms, their chatter filling the hallways. Emma lingered by her locker, slowly packing her bag, her mind elsewhere."* What can be inferred about Emma's state of mind?

• She is excited to leave school.

• She is in a hurry to get home.

• She is preoccupied with something.

• She is happy to be at school.

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CCSS.RI.8.1

CCSS.RL.8.1

CCSS.RL.7.1

CCSS.RI.9-10.1

CCSS.RL.9-10.1

Based on the passage in Question 5, what evidence supports the inference about Emma's state of mind?

• The final bell rang.

• Students poured out of the classrooms.

• Emma lingered by her locker.

• Her chatter filled the hallways.

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CCSS.RI.8.1

CCSS.RL.8.1

CCSS.RL.7.1

CCSS.RI.7.1

CCSS.RL.9-10.1

Read the following sentence: "The garden was overgrown, with weeds choking the once vibrant flowers." What can be inferred about the garden's maintenance?

• The garden is well-maintained.

• The garden is neglected.

• The garden is newly planted.

• The garden is thriving.

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CCSS.RI.8.1

CCSS.RL.8.1

CCSS.RL.7.1

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

In the sentence from Question 7, what evidence supports the inference about the garden's maintenance?

• The garden was overgrown.

• The flowers were vibrant.

• The garden was newly planted.

• The garden was thriving.

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CCSS.RI.8.1

CCSS.RL.8.1

CCSS.RL.7.1

CCSS.RI.9-10.1

CCSS.RL.9-10.1

Read the following passage and answer the question below: *"The clock ticked loudly in the silent room. John sat at his desk, staring at the blank page in front of him, his mind racing with thoughts."* What can be inferred about John's situation?

• He is relaxed and at ease.

• He is struggling to focus.

• He is confident in his work.

• He is distracted by the noise.

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CCSS.RI.8.1

CCSS.RL.8.1

CCSS.RL.7.1

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RI. 9-10.1

Based on the passage in Question 9, what evidence supports the inference about John's situation?

• The clock ticked loudly.

• John sat at his desk.

• He stared at the blank page.

• His mind was racing with thoughts.

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CCSS.RI.8.1

CCSS.RL.8.1

CCSS.RL.7.1

CCSS.RI.7.1

CCSS.RL.9-10.1