Inference

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What is an inference?

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An inference is something that you think is true based on information that you have.

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What does it mean to infer?

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To infer means to draw a conclusion based on evidence and reasoning rather than from explicit statements.

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What is the purpose of making inferences while reading?

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Making inferences helps readers understand deeper meanings and implications in the text.

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How can context clues help in making inferences?

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Context clues provide hints or information surrounding a word or situation that aid in understanding and making inferences.

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What is an example of an inference from a text?

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If a character is described as shivering and wearing a coat, you can infer that it is cold outside.

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What is the difference between a fact and an inference?

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A fact is a statement that can be proven true or false, while an inference is a conclusion drawn from evidence.

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How can prior knowledge influence inferences?

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Prior knowledge allows readers to connect new information to what they already know, enhancing their ability to make inferences.

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What is a textual evidence?

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Textual evidence refers to specific details or quotes from a text that support an inference or argument.

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What does the phrase 'crooked shoes' imply in the context of the 1800s?

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The phrase 'crooked shoes' implies that people found the concept of right and left shoes to be strange or unnecessary.

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Why might someone infer that Joanna rode her bike to school?

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Someone might infer this because Joanna had to put her helmet inside the classroom closet, suggesting she used a bike.