Inferences
The line stretched forever. People put their bags on the floor and inched them forward. My father and I removed our shoes. There was an announcement about a gate change and a delay on an arrival from Chicago. Where am I?
Airport
Hair Brush and tooth brush
- grooming tools
- ways to clean
- both have bristles and handles
You checked in late to school, and when you get to your classroom everyone is gone. What should you do?
- find a teacher, go to the office
Cold
Synonyms: freezing, chilly, cool
Antonyms: hot, burning
I arrived early for my appointment. The place was busy and smelled of chemicals. I found a place to sit and wait. The lady next to me had a towel around her head. I heard a blow dryer in the distance. It was loud over the music that was playing. Where am I?
Hair salon/barbershop
Pig and Horse
- farm animals
- mammals
- both make noise
Your class is at the computer lab and everyone is working. Your computer screen suddenly freezes. What should you do?
- raise your hand and tell a teacher
Big
Synonyms: huge, gigantic, enormous
Antonyms: small, tiny
As I entered the door, I thought this was a great way to end the day. The chalkboard menu had a list of specialties, like sundaes and banana splits. I looked at all the flavors. Chocolate is my favorite, but peppermint sounded good, too. Where am I?
Ice cream shop
Apple and Banana
- fruit
- sweet
- grow from a tree/plant
You started to do your work, but you weren't sure if you were doing it right. What should you do?
- ask a friend/peer for help
- ask a teacher for help
- ask a parent/guardian
Angry
Synonyms: mad, upset, furious
Antonyms: happy, excited, content
The room was dark and quiet. We heard Carl and his mother come in the front door talking. I heard two girls in the corner giggle nervously. Another girl told them to be quiet. I hid behind the table where the cake and presents were set out. The tension in the room grew as we waited for them to open the door. Where am I?
surprise birthday party
Car and Motorcycle
- vehicles
- both have wheels, engine, lights
- run on gas (typically)
You are eating at a friend's house and the mom piles your plate full of food. It looks really good and you want to eat it all but you can't because you just ate a snack. What could you do so you don't hurt her feelings?
Friend
Synonyms: pal, buddy, sidekick
Antonyms: enemy, foe
I had finally gotten used to being weightless. It became a comfortable feeling. I especially liked floating by the window to see the planet Earth below. Who/Where am I?
astronaut in space
Basketball and Soccer Ball
- both sports equipment
- round/circular
- both are filled with air
You and a friend were going to camp out overnight in his backyard. Unfortunately, it started raining in the afternoon. It’s almost dark and it’s still raining. You’re both really bummed because you wanted to sleep outside in the tent
- plan another day for a camp out
- camp out inside
Noisy
Synonyms: loud, rowdy
Antonyms: quiet, peaceful