Face to Face with Sharks - Inference flashcard

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What is inference?

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Inference is the skill of picking out clues from a story, thinking about what you already know, and putting those clues together to understand the text better.

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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 be adventurous?

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Being adventurous means being willing to take risks and try new things, often in exciting or challenging situations.

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CCSS.RL.1.3

CCSS.RL.2.1

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

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What can you infer about someone who says, 'It was the best day ever!' after an exciting experience?

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You can infer that the person enjoyed the experience and has a positive attitude towards it.

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CCSS.RL.2.6

CCSS.RL.8.3

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Why is it important to use clues from a story?

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Using clues helps readers understand the deeper meaning of the text and make connections to their own knowledge.

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CCSS.RL.2.10

CCSS.RL.2.2

CCSS.RL.2.3

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.4.4

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What does the phrase 'surrounded by sharks' suggest about the situation?

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It suggests that the authors were in a thrilling and possibly dangerous environment, but they found it exciting.

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CCSS.RL.2.6

CCSS.RL.8.3

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How can you tell if someone is fearful in a story?

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You can tell if someone is fearful by looking for clues in their words, actions, and feelings described in the text.

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CCSS.RL.2.3

CCSS.RL.3.3

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

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What is a positive attitude?

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A positive attitude is when someone looks at the good side of things and feels hopeful and enthusiastic.

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CCSS.RL.2.6

CCSS.RL.8.3

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What does it mean to put clues together?

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Putting clues together means combining different pieces of information to form a complete understanding or conclusion.

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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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How can prior knowledge help in making inferences?

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Prior knowledge provides a background that helps readers connect new information with what they already know, making it easier to understand.

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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 is the role of context in understanding a story?

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Context helps readers understand the setting, characters, and events, which can influence their interpretation of the story.

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CCSS.RL.1.3

CCSS.RL.2.1

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3