Inference and Conclusions

Read the following passage: John woke up late and rushed to get ready for school. He quickly brushed his teeth, grabbed his backpack, and ran out the door. When he arrived at school, he realized that he had forgotten his lunch. What can you infer from this passage?

• John woke up early and had a healthy breakfast.

• John packed his lunch but left it at home.

• John had lunch at school.

• John forgot his lunch.

Read the following passage: Sara loves to play soccer. She practices every day after school and is always the first one to arrive at practice. She is also the team captain. What conclusion can you draw from this passage?

• Sara's teammates do not like her.

• Sara is dedicated and committed to playing soccer.

• Sara is not interested in any other sports.

• Sara is the best player on the team.

Read the following passage: The weather forecast predicted rain for the entire week. Sarah decided to bring her umbrella to school every day. What inference can you make from this passage?

• Sarah is afraid of getting wet in the rain and wants to avoid it by bringing her umbrella to school every day.

• Sarah is expecting rain throughout the week and wants to be prepared by bringing her umbrella to school every day.

• Sarah likes to use her umbrella as a fashion accessory and wants to show it off at school every day.

• Sarah's school requires all students to bring an umbrella every day, regardless of the weather.

Read the following passage: Tom studied hard for his math test. He reviewed all the chapters and completed all the practice problems. On the day of the test, he felt confident and answered all the questions correctly. What conclusion can you draw from this passage?

• Tom is not good at math.

• Tom is nervous about his math test.

• Tom did not study for his math test.

• Tom is well-prepared for his math test.

Read the following passage: Lisa was wearing a winter coat, hat, and gloves. She was also carrying a sled. What inference can you make from this passage?

• Lisa is going to the beach.

• Lisa is likely going to play in the snow or go sledding.

• Lisa is going to a party.

• Lisa is going to the grocery store.

Read the following passage: The bakery was filled with the smell of freshly baked bread. Customers were lined up to buy their favorite pastries. What conclusion can you draw from this passage?

• The bakery is popular and in high demand.

• The bakery is located in a small town.

• The bakery only sells bread.

• The bakery is closed for the day.

Read the following passage: The detective found a footprint near the crime scene. It was a size 10 shoe with a unique pattern. What inference can you make from this passage?

• The detective found a fingerprint near the crime scene.

• The detective found a footprint of a person wearing a size 8 shoe with a unique pattern near the crime scene.

• The detective found a footprint of a person wearing a size 12 shoe with a unique pattern near the crime scene.

• The detective found a footprint of a person wearing a size 10 shoe with a unique pattern near the crime scene.

Read the following passage: The students were whispering and passing notes during the class. The teacher noticed and gave them a stern look. What conclusion can you draw from this passage?

• The students were studying quietly and attentively in class.

• The teacher was happy with the students' behavior.

• The students were participating actively in class.

• The students were being disruptive and not paying attention in class.

Read the following passage: The car was parked in a handicapped spot. It had a disabled parking permit displayed on the windshield. What inference can you make from this passage?

• The car belongs to a delivery person.

• The car belongs to a police officer.

• The car belongs to a person with a disability.

• The car belongs to a taxi driver.

Read the following passage: The dog was barking loudly and wagging its tail. It ran towards the front door when the doorbell rang. What conclusion can you draw from this passage?

• The dog is tired and wants to go outside.

• The dog is hungry and wants to be fed.

• The dog is excited and happy to see someone at the front door.

• The dog is scared and trying to protect its territory.