Predictable Pictures: Look at each picture, then choose the answer that matches your inference.
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Inferencing Practice: What's Going On?
Follow along and read the story. Use story details to help you make decisions about the story.
James was the first boy in Miss Lane's class to find red spots on his face and arms. He scratched until his mom came to take him home.
A week later, Amy and Jane got the spots. The next Monday, six more children were absent! Finally, everyone got well and came back to school--but, this time Miss Lane was absent.
Guess what happened to her!
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What do you think was wrong with the children?
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How do you know the spots were itchy?
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Why do you think Miss Lane was absent? Type your answer in a complete sentence.
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How many children in all got sick? (don't forget about James!!)
I'm Scared: We saw huge footsteps in the forest. I got really scared. Then, we heard loud thumping sounds. We better get out of here! What did they hear?
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After reading the passage, I infer that they heard a...
A Lot of Work: I just finished laying the bricks and making the flowerbed look beautiful. Now, it is time to blow off the sidewalks and take the trash to the curb. What is my job?
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After reading the passage, I infer that their job is...
The Oven Mitt: Next time I will make sure that I am wearing an oven mitt. My hand is red and it really hurts! I should have listened to my mom's warning! What happened?
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After reading the passage, I infer that the person...
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It was 8:30 p.m. on Thursday night. Emily stared at the large, empty poster board on her bed. Then she looked at the stack of books about Abraham Lincoln on her desk. Emily began to cry.
Why is Emily crying?
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The scout leader looked at the sky and muttered something under his breath. Then he looked at the map. "Let's get moving." he called to the group of tired boys. "The faster the better."
How is the scout leader feeling?
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The Canadian province of Quebec was originally settled by French fur traders. Eventually, cities grew to support the fur trade. As a result, other industries (such as logging) became the main source of income for residents.
Based on this passage, you can infer that some residents of Quebec may speak which language?
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Carrots are an excellent source of retinol. Retinol is a pure form of vitamin A and is essential for good vision and strong teeth. It is often found in foods such as eggs, liver, and fish. For vegetarians, the best source of retinol is carrots.
Based on this passage, what can you infer about the amount of retinol in eggs, liver, and fish?
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Emily and Molly both auditioned for a singing role in a musical. Emily landed a spot in the musical, but Mollydidnot.
The reader can reasonably infer:
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Tim and Liam both glanced around the room nervously as the teacher handed back the graded tests. The teacher handed Liam his test and smiled. The teacher handed Tim his test and asked, “What happened?”
The reader can reasonably infer:
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Katie slammed her math textbook closed and crumpled up the piece of paper she was working on. “Ugh!” she said.
Based on the passage, what can you infer about Katie?
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Trudy looked down; the sound of everyone’s laughter burned in her ears. She felt her face grow warm and knew she was turning red. She wished she could just walk out of the classroom.
Based on this description, what can the reader infer?
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Martin’s little brother looked at the new bike a bit apprehensively. “Are you sure I won’t get hurt?” he asked Martin. Martin replied, “Oh, you might fall once or twice, but you’ll be okay. Just wear your helmet.” Martin’s little brother looked up at him, “And you will hold onto it so it doesn’t fall over?” Martin nodded.
From this excerpt, what can the reader infer?
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Pamela’s family was sitting down to eat dinner when the phone rang. Her mother answered, but it was for her father. Pamela could hear him talking. “Does he have a fever? Have you given him any medicine, yet? There is a virus going around, but I don’t want to take any chances. I will meet you at the south entrance.” Pamela’s father came back to the table. “I am sorry, guys,” he said, “I have to go to work now.” He donned his white coat and grabbed his satchel. “I will just take a couple of cookies for the road,” he said, winking at Pamela.
Answer all parts of this question. What is Pamela's father's job? Include evidence from the text to support your inference.
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Who called on the telephone to speak to Pamela´s father? Include evidence from the text to support your inference.
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Mrs. Lance is my favorite teacher, but something is not right today. Mrs. Lance is sitting down at her desk more than usual. She asked us to read a story silently and just answer the questions in the book. I glance back at her and she is blowing her nose. A little while later, I see that her cheeks are kind of red, she is drinking a lot of water, and eating some cough drops. After a little while, Mr. Dean, another teacher, comes into our classroom. Mrs. Lance takes her purse and leaves while Mr. Dean stays.
Answer ALL parts of the question. Where did Mrs. Lance go? Why? Use text evidence to support your inference.
Read the following passage and then respond to the questions. Each question will ask you to make a logical inference based on textual details. Explain your answer by referencing the text.
Miya came out of the bathroom with tears in her eyes. She ran down to the cafeteria and asked the staff if they had any rice. Fortunately for Miya, Ms. Lucille did. Ms. Lucille filled a red plastic cup about half way with white rice grains and handed it to Miya. Miya pulled a damp phone out of her back pocket and pushed it into the dry rice grains inside the plastic cup. She sincerely thanked Ms. Lucille and then went back to class. She felt relieved, but she was still a little worried.
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Why is Miya upset at the beginning of the passage? Support your answer with evidence from the passage.
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Why does Miya put her phone in the cup of rice? Support your answer with evidence from the passage.
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Why is Miya relieved but still worried at the end of the text? Support your answer with evidence from the passage.
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Look at each picture and infer what is happening.
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Just like the game, picture charades, you will draw a picture for a friend to see. Your friend will infer what is happening in your picture. Ready... GO!
