Making Inferences Review

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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 does it mean to 'read between the lines'?

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'Reading between the lines' means to understand the implied meaning or message that is not directly stated in the text.

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What is evidence in reading comprehension?

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Evidence refers to the details or information in a text that support a conclusion or inference.

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How can context clues help in making inferences?

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Context clues are hints or information surrounding a word or phrase that help readers understand its meaning and make inferences.

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What is the importance of character actions in making inferences?

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Character actions provide insights into their feelings, motivations, and relationships, helping readers make inferences about the story.

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What role does dialogue play in making inferences?

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Dialogue reveals characters' thoughts, emotions, and relationships, which can help readers infer deeper meanings.

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How can setting influence inferences?

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The setting provides background information that can affect characters' actions and emotions, guiding readers to make inferences.

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What is a theme in literature?

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A theme is the central idea or message in a story that can be inferred from the characters' experiences and actions.

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What does it mean to summarize a text?

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To summarize a text means to give a brief statement of the main points or ideas, often requiring inference to identify key details.

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How can illustrations aid in making inferences?

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Illustrations can provide visual context that enhances understanding and helps readers infer meanings not explicitly stated in the text.