Inferences

What is the primary purpose of making an inference?

• To directly state facts from a text.

• To use existing knowledge to guess something unknown.

• To memorize information without understanding.

• To only rely on explicitly written details.

Which of the following is NOT one of the four steps to make an inference when reading?

• Read the text.

• Look for clues or important facts and details.

• Combine details with things you already know.

• Ask the author directly for clarification.

What can be inferred about Mandy's feelings after seeing Bradley's new guitar?

• She was still very excited and happy for him.

• She became upset or disappointed.

• She was indifferent and wanted to go home.

• She was confused about what the gift was.

What was the primary reason Mandy was upset?

• She was watching a sad movie.

• Her father, who used to play guitar for her, had passed away.

• She didn't want Bradley to see her crying.

• She had run out of tissues.

What did Bradley do to help Mandy feel better?

• He offered to play the guitar for her.

• He suggested they watch a different movie together.

• He shared details about his new toys and proposed building a robot.

• He gave her a new box of tissues.