Inference

Front

What is inference?

Back

Inference is a conclusion or opinion that is formed based on evidence and reasoning rather than from explicit statements.

Tags

CCSS.RI.4.1

CCSS.RI.5.1

CCSS.RL.4.1

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RL.6.1

Front

Why is it important to make inferences?

Back

Making inferences helps us understand information that is not directly stated, allowing us to draw conclusions and make predictions.

Tags

CCSS.RI.4.1

CCSS.RI.5.1

CCSS.RL.4.1

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RL.6.1

Front

What can we infer if someone is wearing a raincoat?

Back

We can infer that it is likely raining or that the person expects it to rain.

Tags

CCSS.RI.4.1

CCSS.RI.5.1

CCSS.RI.6.1

CCSS.RL.4.1

CCSS.RL.5.1

Front

What does it mean if a character is described as having a 'frown'?

Back

We can infer that the character might be unhappy or upset.

Tags

CCSS.RI.4.1

CCSS.RI.5.1

CCSS.RL.4.1

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RL.6.1

Front

If a person is smiling and laughing, what can we infer about their feelings?

Back

We can infer that the person is likely happy or enjoying themselves.

Tags

CCSS.RI.4.1

CCSS.RI.5.1

CCSS.RL.4.1

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RL.6.1

Front

What can we infer from the statement 'The ground is wet'?

Back

We can infer that it has recently rained or that water has been spilled.

Tags

CCSS.RI.4.1

CCSS.RI.5.1

CCSS.RL.4.1

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RL.6.1

Front

If a student is raising their hand in class, what can we infer?

Back

We can infer that the student wants to answer a question or ask something.

Tags

CCSS.RI.4.1

CCSS.RI.5.1

CCSS.RI.6.1

CCSS.RL.4.1

CCSS.RL.5.1

Front

What does it suggest if a character is described as 'looking around nervously'?

Back

We can infer that the character might be feeling anxious or scared.

Tags

CCSS.RI.4.1

CCSS.RI.5.1

CCSS.RL.4.1

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RL.6.1

Front

If someone is carrying a heavy backpack, what can we infer about them?

Back

We can infer that they might be going to school or carrying books and supplies.

Tags

CCSS.RI.4.1

CCSS.RI.5.1

CCSS.RL.4.1

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RL.6.1

Front

What can we infer if a person is wearing sunglasses indoors?

Back

We can infer that they might be trying to look cool or are sensitive to light.

Tags

CCSS.RI.4.1

CCSS.RI.5.1

CCSS.RL.4.1

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RL.6.1