Inferring STAAR Practice

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What does it mean to infer?

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To infer means to draw a conclusion based on evidence and reasoning rather than from explicit statements.

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What should you do when you see 'the reader can conclude' in a question?

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You should infer.

Front

Which sentence is an example of inferencing?

Back

The grass is wet; it must have rained last night.

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What can you infer about Julia if she is quiet and barely touches her food?

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She is feeling sick.

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What evidence suggests a community garden helped bring the community together?

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People from the community worked together to plant and maintain the garden.

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What can you infer about Maria's feelings towards nature based on her watching the sunset?

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She appreciates its beauty.

Front

What is the purpose of inferencing in reading comprehension?

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To understand deeper meanings and implications beyond the text.

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What type of clues can help you make inferences?

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Context clues, character actions, and descriptions.

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How can you tell if you need to infer something while reading?

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Look for phrases like 'the reader can conclude' or 'the most likely reason'.

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What is an example of a conclusion you might infer from a character's actions?

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If a character is always helping others, you might infer they are kind.