C1 and C2 Inference

What does it mean to make an inference?

• Drawing a logical conclusion based on textual evidence

• Making a random guess without using the text as support

• Writing a personal opinion that is unrelated to the passage

• Summarizing the main point of the passage in your own words

What is an implication in a text?

• What the author suggests but does not directly state

• A conclusion made by the reader from analyzing the details

• An exaggerated opinion expressed openly by the author

• A summary of the central idea that organizes the text

Which of the following best defines an assumption?

• A belief the author takes for granted to support an argument

• A prediction about what events may happen in the near future

• A fact that is directly mentioned by the writer in the passage

• An example that is given to clarify the main point of the text

According to the Golden Rule of inference, a valid inference must…

• Be supported by at least two details from the text

• Depend mainly on the reader's personal knowledge of the topic

• Contradict the main point of the text to show deeper analysis

• Include an outside opinion not found anywhere in the passage

Which of these is a standard inference question stem?

• "It can be inferred from the passage that…"

• "What is the official title of the given passage text?"

• "Which of the following words has the closest meaning to…?"

• "Who is the writer of the passage and where does he live?"

Which question type asks you to identify evidence that best supports a conclusion?

• Support question

• Standard inference question

• Vocabulary in context question

• General question about the main idea

Which question type asks you to find information that contradicts a claim?

• Undermine question

• Support question

• Standard inference question

• Author purpose identification question

Which of the following is a trap answer with extreme language?

• "All people always agree with the author's ideas."

• "Some individuals may disagree with the ideas mentioned."

• "The author suggests that readers consider other viewpoints."

• "Most readers think the writer's arguments are reasonable."

What is the role of signal words like therefore or consequently?

• They show a conclusion or result in reasoning

• They highlight a detail that is unrelated to the argument

• They emphasize exaggeration in the writer's argument

• They provide general background information to readers

What does juxtaposition help a reader infer?

• Similarities or differences between two things

• The exact chronological order of the given events

• The emotional mood or tone of the entire passage

• The author's personal view on the chosen subject