Inference cards Flashcards
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What is an inference?
An inference is using what we know plus what we see in a picture or text and putting them together to make a smart guess.
True or False: Inferences can be made without using clues from the text.
False
Fill in the blank: An inference is based on ______ and reasoning.
evidence
What is the purpose of making inferences?
To understand and interpret information that is not directly stated.
Multiple Choice: Which of the following is an example of an inference? A) The sky is blue. B) It is raining because the ground is wet. C) The sun sets in the west.
B) It is raining because the ground is wet.
What are some clues that help make inferences?
Context clues, prior knowledge, and background information.
True or False: Inferences are always correct.
False
Fill in the blank: Inferences can be improved by gathering more ______.
evidence
What is an example of a context clue?
Words or phrases in the text that give hints about the meaning of something.
Multiple Choice: Which scenario requires making an inference? A) Reading a recipe. B) Watching a movie. C) Seeing someone with an umbrella on a sunny day.
C) Seeing someone with an umbrella on a sunny day.
How can illustrations help in making inferences?
They provide visual context that can clarify or enhance understanding of the text.
What is the role of prior knowledge in making inferences?
It helps connect new information with what you already know.
True or False: Inferences can only be made in reading.
False
Fill in the blank: Inferences help readers to fill in ______ in the story.
gaps
What is an example of a text that may require inference?
A mystery story where not all details are revealed.
Multiple Choice: Which of the following is NOT a way to support inferences? A) Asking questions. B) Ignoring the text. C) Discussing with others.
B) Ignoring the text.
What should you do if your inference seems incorrect?
Re-evaluate the evidence and consider other possibilities.
True or False: Making inferences is a skill that can be developed.
True
Fill in the blank: Inferences can lead to deeper ______ of the text.
understanding
What does it mean to ‘read between the lines’?
To understand the implied meaning or message in a text.
Multiple Choice: Which is a sign that you should make an inference? A) The text is clear. B) There are unanswered questions. C) You understand everything.
B) There are unanswered questions.
What is a common misconception about inferences?
That they are guesses rather than reasoned conclusions.
True or False: Inferences can only be made from written texts.
False
Fill in the blank: Readers must use ______ to make inferences.
critical thinking
