6th Grade Inference Flashcard (Secondary)

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What is inference?

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Inference is the process of drawing conclusions based on evidence and reasoning rather than from explicit statements.

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

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To infer a character's feelings means to understand or deduce how a character feels based on their actions, dialogue, and context, even if it's not directly stated.

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What is the purpose of context clues in reading?

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

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What is a key detail in a story?

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A key detail is an important piece of information that supports the main idea or theme of the story.

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How can you identify the main idea of a paragraph?

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The main idea can often be identified by looking for the topic sentence or the most important point that the other sentences support.

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What is a supporting detail?

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A supporting detail is information that explains, proves, or enhances the main idea.

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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, condensing the information without including all the details.

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What is the difference between fact and opinion?

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A fact is a statement that can be proven true or false, while an opinion is a personal belief or judgment that is subjective.

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What is a theme in literature?

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A theme is the central topic, subject, or message within a story, often reflecting on universal ideas.

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What is the significance of character development?

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Character development is important because it shows how characters change and grow throughout the story, making them more relatable and realistic.