Making Inferences

"Justin grabbed the leash and quickly put it around Tooli's neck. He stormed out the door with Tooli coming right behind.

He said, "Hurry up, Tooli. You're always so slow." Justin kept his head down and walked quickly down the road, not speaking to anyone that he saw."

What was true about Justin?

• He was very worried that someone might see him.

• He was angry that he had to walk the dog.

• He was feeling sick and wanted to lie down.

• He was very excited and wanted to hurry.

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Joseph and Caitlin were choosing the players for their teams. It was Caitlin's turn to choose, and only Jason was left. Caitlin said quietly, "Jason."

We can infer that:

• Jason was the best player.

• Caitlin wanted Jason on her team.

• Jason was not a very good player.

• Caitlin and Jason were best friends.

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"Of all the chores Michael had around the house, it was his least favorite. Folding the laundry was fine; doing the dishes was alright too. But he could not stand hauling the large bags over to the giant silver canisters. He hated the smell and the possibility of rats. It was disgusting."

What chore does Michael hate?

• Folding the laundry

• Doing the dishes

• Taking out the garbage

• Cleaning his room

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"Due to their incredible force and unpredictability, floods can cause tremendous damage. They can ruin houses, roads and buildings. Floods can take down trees and cause mudslides. It often leaves mud, sand and debris behind. It can take months to clean up after a flood."

Based on what you have read, you can conclude that:

• Cleaning up after a flood can be expensive and take time.

• Floods only occur along the coast.

• Floods are not that dangerous.

• After flood waters dry up then the problem is over.

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An INFERENCE is...

• A logical conclusion
• A guess based on evidence
• Both

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Joe was very tired when he got home from school. He decided to take a nap. When he woke up the sun was shining. He could hear roosters crowing and smelled bacon cooking in the kitchen. He walked slowly into the kitchen and asked his mother, "What time is it?"
What time did he wake up?

• Noon
• Midnight
• 7:00 in the morning
• 7:00 in the evening

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Sam and his brother Tim each have their own rooms. Sam likes to make his bed every morning, but Tim never makes his bed. Sam folds all his clothes before putting them away, but Tim leaves all of his clothes on the floor.
What word can be used to describe Tim?

• Neat
• Mean
• Young
• Messy

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Choose the picture that best supports the following text:

My legs trembled as I sat down in the small seat. The bars came over my shoulders, and I grasped them. As soon as I began moving, my eyes grew wide and I let out a scream.

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As I walked in the door, I was amazed at the beautiful colors and smells. I knew it would be hard to decide what I would buy with my $3. The chocolate truffles looked delicious, but they were expensive. The jelly beans were not only cheaper, but so colorful! With so much to choose from, I knew I would be here a long time. Where am I?

• Gas station
• Candy store
• Grocery store
• Shoe store

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What can you infer about the following:

Sofia threw on mismatched socks and forgot to brush her teeth. She ran out the door just in time to see the bus drive by.

• Sofia was dressing up as a clown.

• Sofia was practicing for the big race.

• Sofia's alarm didn't go off, and she was late for school.

• Sofia's mom forgot to lay out her clothes for her.

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