Making Inferences_2

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What is making an inference?

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Making an inference is the process of drawing a conclusion based on evidence and reasoning rather than from explicit statements.

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CCSS.RL.8.1

CCSS.RI.8.1

CCSS.RI.7.1

CCSS.RL.9-10.1

CCSS.RL.7.1

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What are clues in a text?

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Clues in a text are hints or pieces of information that help readers understand the meaning or context of the story.

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CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

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What is background knowledge?

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Background knowledge refers to the information and experiences a reader already has that can help them understand new information.

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CCSS.RL.8.10

CCSS.RI.8.10

CCSS.RL.7.10

CCSS.RL.9-10.10

CCSS.RI.7.10

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How do you combine background knowledge and clues from the text?

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You combine background knowledge and clues from the text to make inferences about characters, events, or themes.

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CCSS.RI.8.1

CCSS.RL.8.1

CCSS.RL.7.1

CCSS.RL.9-10.1

CCSS.RI.9-10.1

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What does it mean to infer a character's feelings?

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Inferring a character's feelings means using clues from the text to understand how a character is feeling, even if it is not directly stated.

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CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.11-12.3

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What is an example of a clue that can help make an inference?

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An example of a clue is a character's actions, such as smiling or frowning, which can suggest their emotions.

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CCSS.RI.8.1

CCSS.RL.8.1

CCSS.RI.9-10.1

CCSS.RL.9-10.1

CCSS.RL.7.1

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Why is it important to make inferences while reading?

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Making inferences helps readers engage with the text, understand deeper meanings, and connect with the material.

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CCSS.RI.8.1

CCSS.RL.8.1

CCSS.RI.7.1

CCSS.RL.7.1

CCSS.RL.9-10.1

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What is the difference between a fact and an inference?

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A fact is a statement that can be proven true or false, while an inference is a conclusion drawn from evidence.

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CCSS.RL.11-12.6

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How can you tell if your inference is correct?

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You can tell if your inference is correct by checking if it aligns with the clues provided in the text and if it makes sense in context.

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CCSS.RL.8.1

CCSS.RI.8.1

CCSS.RI.7.1

CCSS.RL.9-10.1

CCSS.RL.7.1

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What role do emotions play in making inferences?

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Emotions can provide important clues about characters' motivations and actions, helping readers make more accurate inferences.

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CCSS.RL.8.1

CCSS.RI.8.1

CCSS.RL.9-10.1

CCSS.RI.7.1

CCSS.RI.9-10.1