Making Inferences

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What is an inference?

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

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What is an observation?

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An observation is a statement that describes something you can see, hear, smell, taste, or touch.

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How can you tell if a statement is an observation or an inference?

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If the statement is based on direct evidence, it is an observation. If it is a conclusion drawn from evidence, it is an inference.

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What does it mean to make an inference?

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Making an inference means using clues from the text or situation to understand something that is not directly stated.

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Why is it important to make inferences when reading?

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Making inferences helps readers understand deeper meanings and connect ideas in the text.

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What is a clue in the context of making inferences?

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A clue is a piece of information that helps you figure out something that is not directly stated.

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Can you give an example of an inference?

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If you see someone with an umbrella, you might infer that it is raining.

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What is the difference between an inference and a guess?

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An inference is based on evidence and reasoning, while a guess is made without sufficient information.

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How can context help in making inferences?

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Context provides background information that can help you understand the situation better and make more accurate inferences.

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What is a supporting detail?

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A supporting detail is information that helps to explain or prove a main idea or inference.