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What is 'Background Knowledge'?

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What I know from experiences that I have had in life.

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What is 'Text Evidence'?

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What I can learn from reading the text.

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What is another word for 'inference'?

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Guess.

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What does it mean to make an inference?

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To draw a conclusion based on evidence and reasoning.

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Why is background knowledge important when reading?

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It helps us understand and connect with the text.

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What is an example of text evidence?

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A quote or detail from the text that supports an idea.

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How can you use background knowledge to make an inference?

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By relating what you already know to the new information in the text.

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What is the difference between a fact and an inference?

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A fact is something that can be proven true, while an inference is a conclusion drawn from evidence.

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What role does context play in making inferences?

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Context provides clues that help us understand the meaning behind the text.

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Can inferences be wrong?

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Yes, inferences can be incorrect if they are not supported by evidence.