Making Inferences

Front

What is the formula for making an inference?

Back

Inference = Background knowledge + Clues from the text

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CCSS.RI.7.1

CCSS.RI.8.1

CCSS.RL.6.1

CCSS.RL.7.1

CCSS.RL.8.1

Front

What can be inferred about wolves based on their living conditions and behavior?

Back

Wolves are mammals.

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CCSS.RI.6.1

CCSS.RI.7.1

CCSS.RI.8.1

CCSS.RL.7.1

CCSS.RL.8.1

Front

What does the historical context of shoes before the 1800s suggest about their fit?

Back

Shoes before 1800 didn't fit very well.

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CCSS.RI.7.8

CCSS.RI.8.1

CCSS.RI.8.8

CCSS.RL.7.1

CCSS.RL.8.1

Front

What is a key requirement for making an inference?

Back

An inference requires you to use clues.

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CCSS.RI.6.1

CCSS.RI.7.1

CCSS.RI.8.1

CCSS.RL.7.1

CCSS.RL.8.1

Front

Based on the text, how old was Serena Williams when she learned to play tennis?

Back

Less than 5 years old.

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CCSS.RI.7.2

CCSS.RI.8.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

Front

What role does background knowledge play in making inferences?

Back

Background knowledge provides context and understanding that helps in interpreting clues.

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CCSS.RI.7.1

CCSS.RI.8.1

CCSS.RL.6.1

CCSS.RL.7.1

CCSS.RL.8.1

Front

How can clues from a text lead to an inference?

Back

Clues provide specific information that, when combined with background knowledge, allows for conclusions to be drawn.

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CCSS.RI.7.1

CCSS.RI.8.1

CCSS.RL.6.1

CCSS.RL.7.1

CCSS.RL.8.1

Front

What is the significance of context in making inferences?

Back

Context helps to clarify the meaning of clues and enhances understanding.

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CCSS.RI.6.1

CCSS.RI.7.1

CCSS.RI.8.1

CCSS.RL.7.1

CCSS.RL.8.1

Front

What is an example of a clue that might lead to an inference?

Back

Descriptive language or specific details in a text.

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CCSS.RI.6.1

CCSS.RI.7.1

CCSS.RI.8.1

CCSS.RL.7.1

CCSS.RL.8.1

Front

How do inferences differ from direct statements in a text?

Back

Inferences require interpretation and reasoning, while direct statements are explicit and clear.

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CCSS.RI.7.1

CCSS.RI.8.1

CCSS.RL.7.1

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.1