Inference Detective
An inference is using clues from the text plus this
What Is Background Knowledge?
How would you explain textual evidence to someone who has NO idea what it is?
What is Information from the text that supports your answer?
What type of evidence is “According to the survey in the story, 78% of students avoided the library, which supports the idea that the character feels isolated there.” ?
What is statistical evidence?
What is the definition of an Expert statement?
What is "Comes From An Authoritative Source " ?
Choose the best evidence for this:
Passage: Many teens feel tired during morning classes. Studies show that losing even a little sleep can make it harder to pay attention. Some schools now encourage students to get more rest.
Claim: Getting enough sleep helps students focus.
Quote: “Studies show that losing even a little sleep can make it harder to pay attention.”
If a character slams a door and refuses to talk, what can you infer about their mood?
What Is Angry Or Upset?
What type of evidence is based on background Knowledge?
What is an inference?
What type of evidence is “Dr. Helen Morris, a behavioral psychologist, explains that individuals who avoid eye contact often feel threatened or insecure, which supports the idea that the character is hiding something.” ?
What is an Expert statement?
What is the definition of statistical evidence?
What is "Evidence With Numbers "?
Choose the best evidence for this:
Passage: Students who read daily often understand stories more easily. Even short reading sessions help build stronger comprehension skills. Teachers say this practice makes students more confident readers.
Claim: Reading every day improves comprehension.
Quote: “Students who read daily often understand stories more easily.”
“The sky darkened and the wind howled.” What can you infer might happen next?
What is a bad weather or a storm is coming?
What is the definition of analogies?
What is "Comparisons Used To Make A Point"?
What type of evidence is “I remember a time when I had to stand up for someone even though it was scary, so I understand why the protagonist’s bravery matters.” ?
What is personal experience?
What is the definition of an inference?
What is "A piece of evidence that is an educated guess, usally backed up by multiple pieces of evidence." ?
Choose the best evidence for this:
Passage: Light exercise can boost a student’s energy during the school day. Researchers found that students who move more feel less tired. Some schools now include short activity breaks.
Claim: Exercise increases students’ energy.
Quote: “Researchers found that students who move more feel less tired.”
How do you know if something is an inference?
What is the text does not state directly?
What Is ONE sentence starter that you can use when including evidence in your writing?
Possible Answers
“According to the text…”
“One example that supports this is…”
“This shows that…”
What type of quote is “I noticed that the character kept wringing their hands and avoiding eye contact, which suggests they were nervous.” ?
What is Observations?
What is the definition of a personal experience?
What is "Comes From LIFE " ?
Choose the best evidence for this:
Passage: Learning apps let students practice skills at their own pace. Many apps give instant feedback so students can fix mistakes quickly. Teachers say this helps students improve faster.
Claim: Technology helps students practice more effectively.
Quote: “Learning apps let students practice skills at their own pace.”
What Makes An Inference Strong?
What is If it is backed up by multiple pieces of evidence?
What is the definition of an anecdote?
What are "Stories Used To Make A Point"
What type of quote is “I grew up in a quiet neighborhood where everyone knew each other, so the close-knit town in the story feels familiar to me.” ?
What is Anecdote?
What is the definition of a Fact?
Statements That Can Be PROVED
Choose the best evidence for this:
Passage: A balanced breakfast helps students stay alert in class. Nutritionists say foods with protein support brain function. Students who skip breakfast often feel tired before lunch.
Claim: A healthy breakfast helps students stay alert.
Quote: “A balanced breakfast helps students stay alert in class.”