Making Inferences in Reading

Why is making inferences important for a reader?

• It helps them read faster.

• It makes them a better reader by understanding more than what is directly stated.

• It allows them to skip parts of the text.

• It helps them memorize facts.

What is an inference?

• A guess without any facts.

• A conclusion based on evidence and reasoning.

• A statement that is always true.

• A personal opinion about a topic.

What two things do good readers combine to make an inference?

• Opinions and feelings.

• Pictures and captions.

• Prior knowledge and text evidence.

• Questions and answers.

When making inferences from a text, what is another name for "clues"?

• Personal opinions.

• Prior knowledge.

• Text evidence.

• Guesses.

A baby is crying loudly in the kitchen, and a person walks over with a bottle. What inference can be made about the baby?

• The baby is tired.

• The baby is hungry.

• The baby is playing.

• The baby is scared.

A police car pulls over a yellow car on the street. What inference can be made about the yellow car's driver?

• The driver is lost.

• The driver was probably speeding.

• The driver needs gas.

• The driver is asking for directions.

A man is standing near a roller coaster with a scared expression. What inference can be made about him?

• He is excited to ride.

• He is waiting for a friend.

• He is scared of the roller coaster.

• He is looking for his ticket.

Tony is looking at a plate of sushi with an angry expression. What inference can be made about Tony?

• Tony loves sushi.

• Tony is allergic to sushi.

• Tony does not like sushi.

• Tony wants more sushi.

In a cafe, you see children wearing party hats, presents, and a cake with candles. What is the most likely event happening?

• A school meeting.

• A family dinner.

• A birthday party.

• A coffee tasting.

What is the first step in making an inference when you read?

• Form an idea.

• Look for clues or text evidence.

• Add your prior knowledge.

• Ask a question.