Let's Make Some Inferences

Sue blew out the candles and got presents.

• I can infer that it is Sue's birthday.

• I can infer that it is Sue's first day of school.

• I can infer that it is Sue's annual Halloween party.

Tags

CCSS.RI.7.1

CCSS.RI.8.1

CCSS.RL.6.1

CCSS.RL.7.1

CCSS.RL.8.1

Mary practices playing the flute for 2 hours every day, even if she's exhausted.

What can you infer about Mary?

• Mary hates playing the flute.

• Mary is very dedicated to her flute practice.

• Mary plays the trumpet.

Tags

CCSS.RI.7.1

CCSS.RI.8.1

CCSS.RL.6.1

CCSS.RL.7.1

CCSS.RL.8.1

The boat began to slowly fill with water as the passengers panicked.

What can you infer is happening?

• The boat is sturdy and safe.

• There is a hole in the boat somewhere.

• The passengers are dramatic.

Tags

CCSS.RI.6.1

CCSS.RI.7.1

CCSS.RI.8.1

CCSS.RL.6.1

CCSS.RL.8.1

Jacob ran into the street without a second thought, and then he heard the blare of a car horn.

What can you infer about this situation?

• Jacob made sure the road was safe before crossing the street.

• Jacob practices road safety.

• Jacob did not check before crossing the road, and a car was coming.

Tags

CCSS.RI.6.1

CCSS.RI.7.1

CCSS.RI.8.1

CCSS.RL.6.1

CCSS.RL.7.1

Rachel was the star pitcher for the Rowing Ravens softball team, but she broke her finger in a skiing accident.

What can we infer about this situation?

• Rachel can no longer pitch for the Rowing Ravens.

• Rachel has to be very careful when she pitches.

• Rachel has no concern for her health or safety.

Tags

CCSS.RI.6.1

CCSS.RI.7.1

CCSS.RI.8.1

CCSS.RL.6.1

CCSS.RL.8.1

After Anna and Rex bought tickets and popcorn, they went to find the perfect seats!

Where can you infer Anna and Rex are?

• At the park

• At the movie theater

• At the zoo

Tags

CCSS.RI.6.1

CCSS.RI.7.1

CCSS.RI.8.1

CCSS.RL.6.1

CCSS.RL.8.1

Last night, I could barely fall asleep because of the loud wind and the sound of hail hitting the roof. When I woke up this morning, there were leaves and sticks scattered all over the front yard.

What can you infer happened last night?

• A storm happened last night

• A fire happened last night

• Someone trashed their yard last night

Tags

CCSS.RI.6.1

CCSS.RI.8.1

CCSS.RL.6.1

CCSS.RL.7.1

CCSS.RL.8.1

Yesterday, our teacher let us empty our lockers, clean out our desks, and take all our belongings home.

Why do you think their teacher did this?

• It is the end of the school year.

• Their teacher is expelling them.

• Their teacher wanted to keep them busy.

Tags

CCSS.RI.7.1

CCSS.RI.8.1

CCSS.RL.6.1

CCSS.RL.7.1

CCSS.RL.8.1

Richard kicked the ball to Patrick, who passed the ball to Michael, who managed to score their first goal against the other team's impossible goalie.

What sport do you think they are playing?

• Baseball

• Volleyball

• Soccer

• Football

Tags

CCSS.RI.6.1

CCSS.RI.8.1

CCSS.RL.6.1

CCSS.RL.7.1

CCSS.RL.8.1

Marley ran into school ten minutes late with her hair a mess, her teeth unbrushed, and still wearing her pajamas.

We can infer that Marley-

• Marley doesn't like to take care of herself.

• Marley overslept and had to rush to get to school.

• Marley is a bad student.

Tags

CCSS.RI.6.1

CCSS.RI.7.1

CCSS.RL.6.1

CCSS.RL.7.1

CCSS.RL.8.1