Inference Infernos
When Mina sees the porch light flicker and clutches her coat tighter, what can you infer she feels?
A) Angry B) Nervous C) Relaxed D) Bored
B. Nervous
A shy student plans a safe route so younger kids can join the fun. Best theme?
A) Candy is everything B) Pranks are harmless C) Preparation shows care for others D) Popularity wins
C) Preparation shows care for others
A paragraph explains why reflectors and flashlights make trick-or-treating safer. Central idea?
A) Safety tools help kids be seen at night B) Costumes should match C) Candy is heavy D) The moon is bright
A) Safety tools help kids be seen at night
Which is most likely the exposition?
A) The street is cleaned after B) Flyers go up for the party C) The prankster is revealed D) The lights suddenly go out
B) Flyers go up for the party
Best objective summary of a 4-sentence blurb about neighbors setting up a safe Halloween route?
A) Neighbors plan and light a route so kids can trick-or-treat safely B) Candy is expensive C) It’s the coolest event ever D) Lights are pretty
A) Neighbors plan and light a route so kids can trick-or-treat safely
Jonah brings a flashlight, a map, and tells his sister to stay close. What is he anticipating?
A) Rain B) A math quiz C) A crowded party D) Getting lost or darkness
D) Getting lost or darkness
Two rivals must work together when the lights go out at the party. Best theme?
A) Always trust strangers B) Teamwork can overcome conflict C) Winning is everything D) Secrets are exciting
B) Teamwork can overcome conflict
A passage tells how the lantern walk began to guide travelers and now brings neighbors together. Central idea?
A) Forests are noisy B) A tradition unites the town each year C) Travel is dangerous D) Pumpkins are expensive
B) A tradition unites the town each year
Which event is the climax?
A) They plan games B) They buy decorations C) The friends confront the source of the spooky sound D) They post a recap online
C) The friends confront the source of the spooky sound
Which detail does NOT belong in a summary?
A) Outcome B) Personal opinion C) Main problem D) Key actions
B) Personal opinion
A bowl labeled “Take 1” is empty at 7:05, and muddy sneaker prints lead away. What inference fits best?
A) The bowl was never filled B) A group took extra candy
C) The wind blew the candy away D) No one visited
B) A group took extra candy
A kid admits to taking extra candy and apologizes to the block. Best theme?
A) It’s fine to bend rules B) Fear controls us C) Friends never disagree D) Honesty and responsibility build trust
D) Honesty and responsibility build trust
A section lists steps to check candy for allergens and what to do if symptoms appear. Central idea?
A) Doctors work at parties B) How to manage allergy safety on Halloween C) Candy should be free D) Allergies are rare
B) How to manage allergy safety on Halloween
Which is rising action?
A) A clue is found in a candy wrapper B) The story ends C) The problem is solved D) Characters are introduced
A) A clue is found in a candy wrapper
Choose the best summary focus for a passage explaining “safety checkpoints.”
A) The author’s favorite candy B) Who wore the best costume
C) Why and how checkpoints help safety D) The weather
C) Why and how checkpoints help safety
Priya circles “peanut-free” on candy lists and rechecks labels. What can you infer?
A) She has or knows someone with an allergy B) She forgot her glasses C) She dislikes candy D) She wants to save money
A) She has or knows someone with an allergy
Neighbors share supplies to keep the path well-lit for all. Which theme fits?
A) Tradition is boring B) Community is strongest when people contribute C) Scary stories aren’t real D) Independence is all you need
B) Community is strongest when people contribute
A nonfiction paragraph compares flashlights vs. glow sticks for visibility and battery life. Central idea?
A) Batteries are confusing B) Comparing tools helps choose the safest lighting C) Glow sticks look cooler D) Stores run out
B) Comparing tools helps choose the safest lighting
After the culprit apologizes and returns the decorations, the neighbors decide to keep the party going. Which stage?
A) Climax B) Falling Action/Resolution C) Exposition D) Rising Action
B) Falling Action/Resolution
A passage describes how a group of friends solved the mystery of disappearing candy by interviewing neighbors, checking camera footage, and hosting a community meeting. Which sentence is the best summary?
A) The friends worked together, gathered clues, and learned honesty matters in their neighborhood.
B) The friends were awesome detectives and everyone loved them for it.
C) The kids threw the best Halloween party ever.
D) Everyone in the town is suspicious and untrustworthy.
A) The friends worked together, gathered clues, and learned honesty matters in their neighborhood.
During the haunted walk, Leo jokes loudly, avoids eye contact, and won’t go first. What deeper inference can you make?
A) He wants to lead B) He is fearless C) He is trying to hide his fear D) He is bored
C) He is trying to hide his fear
After many tries, Val finally enters the haunted maze and guides others through. What theme emerges?
A) Courage grows through perseverance B) Avoid risks C) Rules limit creativity D) Luck solves problems
A) Courage grows through perseverance
An article explains community rules for a block party and why each rule exists. Central idea?
A) Rules promote safety and fairness at events B) Candy should be unlimited C) Rules ruin fun D) People dislike lines
A) Rules promote safety and fairness at events
Order these: (1) neighbors plan route (2) decorations go missing (3) kids follow clues (4) prankster confesses (5) party continues. Which is correct?
A) 1-2-3-4-5 B) 2-1-3-4-5 C) 1-3-2-4-5 D) 3-2-1-4-5
A) 1-2-3-4-5
Read this short paragraph:
“Every year, volunteers collect leftover candy and donate it to a local shelter. This project began when two students realized the candy could cheer up others. Now, families across town help with deliveries.”
Which summary is the best?
A) Students donate leftover candy each year, turning Halloween treats into community kindness.
B) People in this town love candy more than anyone else.
C) The story teaches that everyone should volunteer more.
D) The students are heroes who saved Halloween.
A) Students donate leftover candy each year, turning Halloween treats into community kindness.