iNFERRING

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What does it mean to infer in a story?

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To infer means to figure out what is happening in a story based on clues and context.

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What can you infer about people's bathing habits today compared to colonial days?

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People today take more baths than people of colonial days.

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What is a common object that has a head and a tail and is made of copper?

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A penny.

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What sentence suggests that Joanna rode her bike to school?

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Joanna had to put her helmet inside the classroom closet.

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What can we infer about Mr. Green in the story about the ball?

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Mr. Green has a ladder.

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What is the main purpose of inferring while reading?

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The main purpose of inferring is to understand deeper meanings and connections in the text.

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How can context clues help in inferring?

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Context clues provide hints or information that help readers make educated guesses about the meaning of words or situations.

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What is an example of a context clue?

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An example of a context clue is a descriptive phrase that gives hints about a character's feelings.

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Why is it important to infer while reading?

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Inferring helps readers engage with the text and understand the underlying messages or themes.

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What does it mean if a character has to put on a helmet?

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It suggests that the character is riding a bike or engaging in an activity that requires safety gear.