NEW
Font size
WorksheetsObservations and Inferences
Total questions: 15
Worksheet time: 15mins
The green bar is 3.5 centimeters long.
Qualitative Observation
Quantitative Observation
How are observations made?
Only with your eyes.
By trying to explain what you see.
Using your 5 senses
Just making a good guess.
The cardinal has 1 beak.
Qualitative Observation
Quantitative Observation
Inference
Which statement about a major hurricane is an inference?
The windspeed is measured at 200 km/hr.
The central air pressure is recorded at 946.0 mb.
A rain gauge records three inches of rain in less than one hour.
Damage from the storm is expected to be extensive.
A logical guess or conclusion about an artifact that you come up with by applying what you already know (your prior knowledge) with what you see or observe about the artifact. These can involve ideas about who created the artifact or what it was used for.
observation
analysis
inference
pattern
The process of directly noticing a characteristic or quality of an artifact or source using one of your senses (what you see, hear, etc.)
inference
observation
claim
pattern
Information gathered from using your senses is called:
research
observation
conclusion
inference
The girl loves her dog is an...
observation
inference
hypothesis
fact
Which of the following is an inference about a historical event?
The event occurred in 1776.
The event led to significant political changes.
The event was documented in several newspapers.
The event lasted for three days.
When analyzing a primary source, what is an observation you might make?
The source was written by a famous author.
The source is made of parchment.
The source influenced many people.
The source was controversial.
What is an inference you can make about a society with advanced architecture?
The society had skilled architects.
The society used stone as a building material.
The society existed in the 15th century.
The society had a large population.
Which statement is an observation about a cultural artifact?
The artifact was used in religious ceremonies.
The artifact is made of bronze.
The artifact symbolizes power.
The artifact was created in the 12th century.
What inference can be made about a civilization with extensive trade networks?
The civilization had access to diverse resources.
The civilization was located near a river.
The civilization used coins as currency.
The civilization had a large army.
Which of the following is an observation about a historical document?
The document was influential in shaping policy.
The document is written in Latin.
The document was controversial at the time.
The document was authored by a politician.
What inference can be drawn from the presence of ancient ruins in a region?
The region was once inhabited by a civilization.
The region has a warm climate.
The region is rich in minerals.
The region was a trade hub.
