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Write your own definition of inference.

Mini Quiz Time
1.)  An inference uses what?
A.) Observation and background to reach a logical conclusion
B)  Evidence and reasoning
C.) None of the above
D.) All of the above

There are 5 steps when you make inferences?  True or False

Why are inferences important?  Do you make them everyday without even noticing?

Can inferences help you in real life situations? Give an example.

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If you are someone who is opening up a restaurant, you have to think about a location and ask yourself where is the best place to open up a restaurant.  What will I be selling? Who am I going to cater to?  Who is going to work for me?

If you are a solider on the battle field, you have to look at your surroundings because it can save your life and the lives of the people around you.

With COVID-19, you have have to be careful. Wear your mask, wash your hands, cover your mouth when you cough or sneeze, and pratice social distancing!  Know which places to avoid, if you can, and maintain your distance!

MAKE EDUCATED GUESSES WITH YOUR HEALTH!

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They are used on standarized tests, classroom tests, and in quizzes.

An example of a questions on a test would be,

Which idea is best supported by information in the selection?
1.)  Kyle did not do well in his report card.
2.) Kyle did great in his report card.
3.) Kyle was happy when he came home.
4.) Kyle sat down on the kitchen table when he came home and opened up a book to begin reading.

Which is the correct answer and why?
You have to read between the lines

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When you make an inference, you have to back it up with evidence from the text.

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1.) Inference- You make an inference.
2.) Infer- You infer something.
3.)  Inferential- Your conclusion is inferential.

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More About Inferences

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We make inferences everyday.  For example, don't you make guesses of what mom and dad might give you for your birthday or on Christmas Day?  Or you might  ask them where they might take you for your birthday and they might say, you need to guess or it is a surprise!

If you see someone eating a new food and he or she makes a nasty expression, what does that mean? Take a few minutes and write down what you infer. Take an educated guess.

If you see somone crying and screaming, what does that mean?  Take a few minutes and write down your educated guess.

If you see someone smiling and laughing, what can you say about that person?

Now take a few minutes and think about an inference you have made today or yesterday.

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1.)  Read/Review Text
2.) Read the question
3.) List related details
4.) Look for patterns or relationships
5.) Determine what they mean

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What are the two main concepts when you make inferences?

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What are the two main concepts when you make inferences?

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Look for clues from the text and use what you already know!

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An inference  is a conclusion reached on the basis of evidence and reasoning.  It comes from the verb infer, which means coming up with an idea about something using the evidence available.  You use observation and background to reach a logical explanation.  You are making an educated guess.