Inferences A
David couldn't believe his eyes. It was even bigger than he ever imagined it could be. He couldn't wait to see Mickey Mouse and ride the rides.
Where is David?
David is at Disney World ( Land). I know this because the text states, " He couldn't wait to see Mickey Mouse and ride the rides."
Pat walked into her grandma’s backyard. She smelled hay and cows. She heard chickens cluck and roosters crow.
Where does her Grandma live?
On a farm
When Emily placed the old photo back in the box, she wiped her eyes and smiled faintly. She whispered something softly before sliding the box under her bed.
Who/what do you think was in the photo?
Someone who has died.
A pet who has died.
An old friend.
When David won the grand prize, he was ecstatic .He loved roller coasters and had won enough tickets to go every ride at the amusement park.He decided to share his winnings and invited all the kids who had participated in the contest to go with him.
How would you describe David?
Generous and kind
As the bus pulled away, Rosa waved until it disappeared around the corner. She pulled her sweater tighter around her shoulders and gripped her heart-shaped necklace tightly. Tears dripped down her face as she slowly walked home.
Who is Rosa waving goodbye to?
Her boyfriend/husband/partner.
Janice couldn’t wait to leave. She grabbed her gloves a scarf, a warm hat, and some thick socks. She walked down the street and watched her breath hit the air.
What season is it?
Winter
Maya slammed her locker shut and hurried down the hallway. She kept glancing at the clock, her heart pounding faster with each step. By the time she reached her classroom, the bell had already rung.
What can you infer about this situation?
Maya is running late for class.
The woman arrived early to make sure she could find a good seat. She always made a point to arrive before the lights went out, as there was nothing worse than sitting behind a tall person who blocked the view. She found the perfect spot- the aisle seat of a middle row. She placed her drink in the cup holder and settled in for the next couple of hours.
Where is the woman?
At the movie theater
The boy sat down for dinner. He took peas, carrots, beans, and potatoes. He did not take any bread, fruit, or meat.
What can you infer about the boy?
He likes vegetables.
TRIPLE JEOPARDY
Andrew played soccer after school. At home he watched a basketball game. He traded baseball cards with his friend.
What can you tell about Andrew?
He loves sports.
DOUBLE JEOPARDY
Mike wants to go swimming. He gets his suit and towel. He puts on sandals. Mike gets a beach ball. Suddenly, he hears thunder and lightning.
What will Mike do next?
Mike will change his mind and stay inside.
TRIPLE JEOPARDY
]Jane knew she had to make this shot. The whole game depended on her. She dribbled the ball and threw it. She closed her eyes and hoped she made it.
What game is Jane playing?
Jane is playing basketball.
It was 8:30 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 started to cry. Why do you think Emily was crying?
Emily was unable to finish her project, which was due the next day.
DOUBLE POINTS
As the bus rumbled down the road, Owen stared out the window, watching the houses blur past. He clutched his backpack tightly on his lap, even though it wasn’t heavy. Every bump in the road made him grip the straps tighter. When the bus finally slowed, he took a deep breath before stepping off.
Where is Owen going? How does he feel?
Owen is going to school. He is nervous.
The little boy looked sheepishly down at the ground beside the pieces of glass. His Mom clenched her teeth. She couldn't believe what he had just done!
What did the little boy do?
He broke a vase/plate.
You are in class and one of your classmate walks in late. His shirt is untucked and wrinkled. He forgot his homework. He seems exhausted and frazzled, and doesn’t seem to know what is going on in class today. He looks concerned, and he is yawning every other minute.
What can you infer about your classmate?
The classmate did not get a lot of sleep last night.
DOUBLE JEOPARDY
Mary was very proud of her garden. She'd planted the seeds early in the spring and tended to the plants every day since then. She pulled the weeds so they'd have lots of space. She knew that the plants needed plenty of water, so she watered them every day too. Last Saturday her friend Pam called early in the morning and invited Mary to spend the day at the mall. They left early and spent the day there, even taking in a movie.Pam then invited Mary to sleep over Saturday night too, and she happily accepted. When Mary arrived home on Sunday afternoon, her beautiful plants were bent and drooping. Why were the plants drooping? What clue in the story helped you to make this inference?
Mary had not watered the plants. The plants needs a lot of water.
Mr. Craig was at the park with his family. He was the family cook and stood at the grill cooking the hot dogs while everyone else swam in the pool. The little boy had been standing by the tree for a few minutes before Mr. Craig really noticed him. "Do you need any help?" the boy asked. "No, I think I've got it under control!" Mr. Craig chuckled. Then he noticed the boy's dirty t-shirt and ragged pants. "I might need some help eating all of these hot dogs though," Mr. Craig said. "I think I may have cooked too many. Would you like one?" "Okay," the boy said. "I wouldn't want you to have too many."
Why did Mr. Craig offer the boy some hotdogs?
The boy was probably homeless and hungry.
DOUBLE POINTS
The train station was unusually quiet for a Saturday morning. A few travelers sat scattered across the benches, clutching steaming cups of coffee. Daniel stood near the schedule board with his computer bag, staring at the long list of “Delayed” notices. He pulled his phone from his pocket, glanced at the time, and then quickly shoved it back, muttering under his breath.
What is Daniel worried about?
He is worried about being late for work.
The group gathered around the poster, each person adding ideas with a marker. Jordan stepped back and crossed his arms, watching silently. When someone asked for his opinion, he shrugged and said, “It’s fine,” even though he reached over moments later to erase part of the design and redraw it differently.
What can the reader most likely infer about Jordan?
A. He wants to take control of the entire project
B. He disagrees with the group but does not openly say so
C. He does not understand the assignment
D. He is not interested in the project
D
Eli flipped his paper over before the teacher even finished passing them out. As others began writing, he leaned back in his chair, tapping his foot. When the teacher walked by, Eli quickly picked up his pencil and wrote a few words, then stopped again, staring at the ceiling.
What can the reader most likely infer about Eli?
A. He already understands the assignment completely
B. He is unsure how to begin the task
C. He is waiting for more instructions from the teacher
D. He is trying to finish his work quickly
B
The note sat on Ava’s desk all morning. She folded it once, then again, pressing the edges flat. Each time someone laughed nearby, she glanced up quickly before looking back down. When the bell rang, she slipped the note into her backpack without opening it.
Question
What can the reader most likely infer about Ava?
A. She forgot what the note says
B. She is worried about what might be written in the note
C. She plans to share the note with a friend later
D. She thinks the note is unimportant
B
Marcus adjusted the volume on the television and leaned forward. When the announcer repeated the same instructions, Marcus grabbed the remote and muted the sound. He watched closely, nodding slightly, then rewound the clip to see it again.
Question
What can the reader most likely infer about Marcus?
A. He is distracted by the noise from the television
B. He prefers watching shows without sound
C. He is trying to better understand something he is watching
D. He has already seen this program many times
C
Lena stood at the edge of the pool, gripping the railing tightly. She watched the others jump in, laughing as they splashed. When a friend called her over, Lena smiled and waved but didn’t move. After a moment, she dipped her toes in, then quickly pulled her foot back.
What can the reader most likely infer about Lena?
A. She is unsure or nervous about getting into the water
B. She does not enjoy spending time with her friends
C. She is waiting for the pool to become less crowded
D. She plans to leave soon
A.