Inferences

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What is an inference?

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An inference is using clues and what you already know to come up with an idea.

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How do we make an inference?

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We make an inference by using evidence from the text and our prior knowledge.

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What can you infer if a soccer team is cheering and the coach gives them a trophy?

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You can infer that they won the game.

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If Grandpa sees that his chocolate cake is all gone and Brad has crumbs on his mouth, what can you infer?

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You can infer that Brad ate Grandpa's chocolate cake.

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What does it mean to use evidence from a text?

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Using evidence from a text means finding details in the story that support your ideas.

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What is the opposite of making an inference?

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The opposite of making an inference is guessing without any clues or prior knowledge.

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Why is it important to use prior knowledge when making inferences?

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Using prior knowledge helps you understand the context and make better guesses about what is happening.

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What can you infer if someone says they are sad to ask you to resign?

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You can infer that they are letting you go from your job.

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What does it mean to draw a conclusion?

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Drawing a conclusion means coming to a decision or opinion based on evidence and reasoning.

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What is a clue in a story?

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A clue is a piece of information that helps you understand what is happening or what might happen.