Inferencing

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What is inferencing?

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Inferencing is the process of making an educated guess based on evidence from the text and prior knowledge.

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What does it mean to quote a text?

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To quote a text means to repeat exact information from the text using quotation marks.

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What is an example of an implicit statement?

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An implicit statement is one that is suggested but not directly stated, requiring the reader to infer meaning.

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What does it mean to draw conclusions?

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Drawing conclusions means making judgments or decisions based on the information provided in the text.

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What is the difference between explicit and implicit information?

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Explicit information is clearly stated in the text, while implicit information is suggested and requires inference.

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What is the purpose of making inferences while reading?

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Making inferences helps readers understand deeper meanings and connections in the text.

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What is a quote?

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A quote is a repetition of someone else's statement or thoughts, usually marked with quotation marks.

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How can context clues help in inferencing?

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Context clues are hints in the text that help readers infer meanings or understand the situation better.

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What is the role of prior knowledge in inferencing?

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Prior knowledge allows readers to connect new information with what they already know, enhancing their understanding.

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What does it mean to cite a source?

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To cite a source means to give credit to the original author by providing details like quotation marks and page numbers.