IMPLICIT VS EXPLICIT

What does "explicit" mean?

• Hidden or suggested

• Clearly and directly stated

• Open to many meanings

• Secret or private

What does "implicit" mean?

• Obvious and clear

• Shown in pictures

• Not directly said, but understood

• Written in bold

Which sentence shows explicit meaning?

• He clenched his fists and turned red.

• She looked like she might cry.

• He shouted, “I’m so angry right now!”

• Her voice was quiet and shaky.

Which sentence shows implicit meaning?

• The girl was feeling sick.

• He smiled and gave her a high-five.

• It was raining outside.

• She was late to school.

“She avoided eye contact and mumbled her answer.”
What does this imply about her?

• She is confident

• She is shy or nervous

• She is excited

• She is angry

“The man crossed his arms and tapped his foot.”
This sentence is an example of:

• Explicit meaning

• Implicit meaning

• A fact

• A summary

Why is implicit meaning important in reading?

• It helps you understand what’s directly said.

• It shows how long the text is.

• It helps you read faster.

• It helps you understand feelings and hidden messages.

“He was tired.”
This sentence is an example of:

• Implicit meaning

• Explicit meaning

• Guessing

• Inference

“He yawned, rubbed his eyes, and slouched on the couch.”
What can you infer?

• He is hungry

• He is bored

• He is sleepy

• He is angry