Making Inferences
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8th Grade
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1.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is making an inference?
Back
Making an inference is the process of drawing a conclusion based on evidence and reasoning rather than from explicit statements.
Tags
CCSS.RI.7.1
CCSS.RI.8.1
CCSS.RI.9-10.1
CCSS.RL.7.1
CCSS.RL.8.1
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What two components are needed to make an inference?
Back
Background knowledge + Clues from the text.
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CCSS.RI.7.1
CCSS.RI.8.1
CCSS.RI.9-10.1
CCSS.RL.8.1
CCSS.RL.9-10.1
3.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What does 'background knowledge' refer to?
Back
Background knowledge refers to the information and experiences a reader already has that helps them understand new information.
Tags
CCSS.RI.7.10
CCSS.RI.8.10
CCSS.RL.7.10
CCSS.RL.8.10
CCSS.RL.9-10.10
4.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What are 'clues from the text'?
Back
Clues from the text are hints or pieces of information provided in the text that help the reader make inferences.
Tags
CCSS.RI.7.1
CCSS.RI.8.1
CCSS.RL.7.1
CCSS.RL.8.1
CCSS.RL.9-10.1
5.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
How can context help in making inferences?
Back
Context provides the surrounding information that can clarify meaning and help the reader understand the situation better.
Tags
CCSS.RI.7.1
CCSS.RI.8.1
CCSS.RI.9-10.1
CCSS.RL.8.1
CCSS.RL.9-10.1
6.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is an example of an inference?
Back
If a character is shivering and wearing a coat, you can infer that it is cold outside.
Tags
CCSS.RI.7.1
CCSS.RI.8.1
CCSS.RI.9-10.1
CCSS.RL.7.1
CCSS.RL.8.1
7.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
Why is it important to make inferences while reading?
Back
Making inferences helps deepen understanding, engage with the text, and allows readers to connect ideas.
Tags
CCSS.RI.7.1
CCSS.RI.8.1
CCSS.RI.9-10.1
CCSS.RL.7.1
CCSS.RL.8.1
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