Inferences
True or False: A guess is an inference.
False! Only a Guess based on Evidence, and paired with information you already know is an inference.
A boy judges a classmate based on rumors, only to discover they become good friends after working together.
Don't judge people before you get to know them.
A journalist publishes an article exposing corruption, which leads to investigations and new laws. How did the individual influence ideas and events?
The journalist's reporting changed public opinion and led to action.
What is an image that gives information called?
Infographic
short interesting story about a real person or event
Anecdote
Sarah walked into class dripping wet and carrying an umbrella. What can you infer about the weather outside?
It was raining.
A story shows two brothers who constantly argue but come together to help their family during a crisis. What theme is most likely conveyed?
Family is Important.
A student starts a petition to add healthier lunch options to the cafeteria. A month later, the school changes the menu. What caused the event?
The Student starting the petition.
What format includes moving pictures, and sound?
Video
Power to change the character, development, or behavior of something, or someone
Influence
During the group project, Ava completed her section early and offered to help two classmates finish theirs. What can you infer about Ava's attitude toward teamwork?
(Any of the following is correct)
She likes to get things done, She likes to help others, she values teamwork.
A student struggles in math all year but continues practicing and eventually passes the final exam. What theme is being developed?
Hard Work Pays off.
A town experiences a major flood, inspiring a teenager to study engineering and design safer bridges. What interaction is shown?
An event influencing an individual.
What is the most important thing to check about a source?
Credibility
Vivid descriptions that appeal to the five senses
Imagery
Lily read the instructions twice before beginning the project and checked her work after every step. What can you infer about Lily?
She is careful and detail oriented, She wants to get it done right!
A story about a tortoise who wins a race because he keeps moving while his opponent quits teaches this theme.
Perseverance leads to success. (Slow and Steady wins the race.)
After reading about endangered animals, a student decides to volunteer at a local nature center. What influenced the student's actions?
Learning about endangered animals
What kind of data is decriptions?
Qualitative
Combining ideas to form a new complete understanding
Synthesis
The restaurant parking lot was full, and people were waiting outside the door despite the cold weather. What can you infer about the restaurant?
They have good food, It is a popular restaurant.
A character lies to friends repeatedly and eventually loses everyone's trust. What theme does this story most likely support?
Honesty is important for friendship.
The spread of the idea of democracy leads citizens to demand the right to vote. Which relationship is shown?
Idea influencing people.
What kind of data is numbers?
Quantitative
Process of reaching a conclusion by using logical reasoning
Deduction