4th grade Inferencing

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What is inferencing?

Back

Inferencing is the process of using clues from the text and your own knowledge to understand something that is not directly stated.

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CCSS.RI.4.1

CCSS.RI.5.1

CCSS.RI.6.1

CCSS.RL.4.1

CCSS.RL.5.1

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What does 'work of art' mean in a text?

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It means something that has been carefully designed or created, often with great skill.

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CCSS.RI.3.4

CCSS.RI.4.4

CCSS.RL.4.4

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RL.5.4

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Why is sensory language used in writing?

Back

Sensory language helps the reader to visualize, hear, taste, smell, or feel what is being described, making the experience more vivid.

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CCSS.RI.3.4

CCSS.RI.4.4

CCSS.RI.5.4

CCSS.RL.4.4

CCSS.RL.5.4

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What does 'saved by the bell' mean?

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It means being rescued from a difficult or unpleasant situation just in time.

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CCSS.RI.3.4

CCSS.RI.4.4

CCSS.RI.5.4

CCSS.RL.4.4

CCSS.RL.5.4

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What does 'piece of cake' mean in a text?

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It means that something is very easy to do.

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CCSS.RI.3.4

CCSS.RI.4.4

CCSS.RI.5.4

CCSS.RL.4.4

CCSS.RL.5.1

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How can phrases help readers visualize experiences?

Back

Phrases that create strong images or comparisons help readers imagine the scene or feelings being described.

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CCSS.RL.2.6

CCSS.RL.8.3

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What is the purpose of using metaphors in writing?

Back

Metaphors compare two unlike things to highlight similarities, helping to convey deeper meanings.

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CCSS.RL.2.3

CCSS.RL.3.3

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.5.5

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What is the role of context clues in inferencing?

Back

Context clues are hints found within the text that help readers deduce meanings of unfamiliar words or concepts.

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CCSS.RI.4.1

CCSS.RI.5.1

CCSS.RI.6.1

CCSS.RL.4.1

CCSS.RL.5.1

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What does it mean to make an inference?

Back

To make an inference means to draw a conclusion based on evidence and reasoning rather than from explicit statements.

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CCSS.RI.4.1

CCSS.RI.5.1

CCSS.RL.4.1

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RL.6.1

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Why is it important to understand the author's intent?

Back

Understanding the author's intent helps readers grasp the deeper meaning and purpose behind the text.

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CCSS.RI.2.6

CCSS.RI.3.6

CCSS.RL.3.6

CCSS.RL.4.6

CCSS.RL.5.6