Making inferences, predictions, or drawing conclusions

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What is an inference?

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An educated guess based on evidence and reasoning.

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What does it mean to infer?

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To make an inference or draw a conclusion based on information.

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What is the importance of evidence when making an inference?

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Evidence supports your inference and helps prove it is correct.

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What can you infer about a character who is searching for something frantically?

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The character is likely feeling anxious or worried.

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If a character is told not to do something and does it anyway, what can you infer?

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The character may not be following rules or may be forgetful.

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What does it mean to make a prediction?

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To make an educated guess about what will happen in the future.

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How can context clues help you make inferences?

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Context clues provide hints in the text that help you understand the meaning.

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What is a conclusion?

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A decision or judgment reached after considering evidence.

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Why is it important to support your inferences with evidence?

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It makes your inference stronger and more believable.

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What is an example of making a prediction?

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If it is cloudy, you might predict that it will rain.