Riddle Me This
I am very sticky, but hard to see when dry. I go round and round across the page until I eventually run out. If you stick with me, in one piece you will be. What am I?
Gluestick
If Sarah told me it's supposed to thunderstorm tomorrow, then...
I should bring an umbrella. I should wear my raincoat. I should wear my rainboots.
What is the definition of an inference?
Using context clues to determine the meaning of something that is not directly stated in the text.
What is textual evidence?
Textual evidence is information from the text used to support your answer/ inference.
I am not a magician, but I make things disappear. I come in all shapes and sizes, but am most often found in pink. What am I?
Eraser.
If Lily and Lydia didn't eat breakfast this morning, then...
They are probably hungry. They might be crabby. They might be more tired.
What is the difference between an inference and a prediction?
Predictions are just guesses about what will happen next, inferences are referring to something that has already happened/is currently happening.
What is an inference?
A conclusion based on evidence and reasoning.
Sometimes I make noise, but other times I am silent. I'm used by most people throughout the day, helping you in many ways. I shouldn't go in water, and I can break if you drop me. I'm usually kept in your backpack while you're at school.
A cellphone
If Greta, Anna, Chloe, and Ella all really like to play Capture the Flag but we're playing Gaga ball instead, then...
They are probably disappointed. They might not want to play. They might complain.
"Paige!" mom called out as she opened the front door. "Please help me with my groceries. Paige!" mom called out. Still there was no reply. Mom walked into the kitchen and saw the shattered pieces from the window all over the floor and a soccer ball not far from there. Why do you think Paige was not answering her mom? What do you think happened?
Paige was kicking around a soccer ball in the backyard and accidentally shattered a window. She is scared to face her mom because she doesn't want to be in trouble.
When answering a question, how should should begin the answer to the question?
By restating the question.
For 100 extra points:
Answer the question, how would you describe Shoshanna's character?
I am big and green but not mean. I carry a torch for freedom. I can stand in water, but I cannot swim. People travel from miles around to visit me. What am I?
Statue of Liberty
If Jack and Patrick prepared for the news show really well, then...
They might feel happy with what they've accomplished. The news show might be really funny and good.
Addie was so proud of her garden. She planted the seeds early in the spring and watered the plants every morning. Then, Addie went to California for a week. When Addie came back home, her plants were bent and drooping. Why were the plants drooping? How do you know?
Nobody watered the plants while Addie was gone. There wasn't any sunlight on the plants. We know this because it says she had been taking care of them before and they were fine, but when she wasn't taking care of them they were drooping.
Why is it important to use textual evidence?
It strengthens the logic, relevance, and justification of your answer.
I start off as green, but turn to yellow and sometimes brown. Some people love me, but others do not. I don't survive in cold places. What am I?
A banana
If Hunter eats a lot of candy & drinks a lot of pop right before bed then...
He will have a stomach ache. He will not sleep well. He will have a lot of energy.
Nolan was playing Fortnite with Soren, Alex, and Will. Nolan was almost to a victory royale when his Xbox randomly died. What inferences can you make?
Nolan is frustrated that he couldn't win. Nolan is confused about why his Xbox died.
DOUBLE DAILY:
What is the ACE method in its entirety?
A-Answer the question completely by first restating the question.
C-Cite textual evidence that supports your answer.
E-Explain how your evidence and answer are connected.