Inferring Flashcard 3/1

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What is inference?

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Inference is a conclusion reached based on evidence and reasoning rather than from explicit statements.

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What does it mean to infer something from a text?

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To infer something from a text means to understand or deduce information that is not directly stated, using clues from the text.

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What is a supporting detail?

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A supporting detail is a piece of information that helps to explain, clarify, or provide evidence for a main idea.

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What is the purpose of a conclusion in a text?

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The conclusion summarizes the main points and provides a final perspective on the topic.

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What does it mean if something is 'not sharp'?

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If something is 'not sharp', it means it cannot cut or cause injury, often referring to materials like glass that shatter safely.

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What is a main idea?

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The main idea is the central point or message that the author wants to convey in a text.

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How can context clues help in understanding a text?

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Context clues are hints found within a text that help readers understand the meaning of unfamiliar words or concepts.

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What is a cause-and-effect relationship?

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A cause-and-effect relationship shows how one event (the cause) leads to another event (the effect).

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What does it mean to make a prediction?

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Making a prediction means to make an educated guess about what will happen next based on information and clues.

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What is an example of a fact?

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A fact is a statement that can be proven true or false, such as 'Water freezes at 0 degrees Celsius.'