Reading Passages with Inferring Questions

What does it mean to infer?

• To make a conclusion based on evidence and reasoning rather than from explicit statements.

• To state something clearly and directly without any ambiguity.

• To guess something without any supporting evidence.

• To repeat information that has already been stated.

What is a conclusion in a reading passage?

• A conclusion is the final part of a text that summarizes the main points or provides a closing thought.

• A conclusion is an introduction that presents the main argument of the text.

• A conclusion is a section that lists all the references used in the text.

• A conclusion is a detailed analysis of the text's themes and characters.

What is a supporting detail?

• A statement that contradicts the main idea.

• Information that explains, proves, or enhances the main idea.

• A summary of the main idea.

• An unrelated fact that distracts from the main idea.

How can you tell if a story is fiction or non-fiction?

• Fiction tells made-up stories, while non-fiction provides factual information.

• Fiction is always longer than non-fiction.

• Non-fiction stories are always written in the first person.

• Fiction includes real events and people.

What can you infer if someone is wearing a raincoat?

• They are going to a formal event.

• It is likely raining or that they expect rain.

• They are feeling cold and want to stay warm.

• They are participating in a water sport.

What is a main idea?

• The main idea is the central point or message that the author wants to convey in a text.

• The main idea is a summary of all the details in a text.

• The main idea is the first sentence of a paragraph.

• The main idea is an opinion expressed by the author.

What does it mean to visualize while reading?

• To create mental images of the scenes, characters, and events described in the text.

• To read quickly without understanding the content.

• To summarize the text in your own words.

• To memorize the text word for word.

What is a key detail in a story?

• A key detail is an important piece of information that helps to understand the main idea or theme.

• A key detail is a minor fact that does not contribute to the overall understanding of the story.

• A key detail is a character's name that appears frequently in the story.

• A key detail is a setting description that is irrelevant to the plot.

What does it mean to support an idea with evidence?

• To provide personal opinions without facts.

• To provide facts, examples, or details that back up that idea.

• To ignore opposing viewpoints and focus on one side.

• To summarize the idea without any supporting details.

Why is context important in reading?

• Context helps readers understand the meaning of words and situations by providing background information.

• Context makes reading more entertaining and engaging.

• Context allows readers to skip difficult words without losing meaning.

• Context is only important for understanding literary texts.