Inference
I sat with my toes in the hot sand digging a hole with my new shovel and pail. I turned to grab my sandwich and noticed a seagull flying away with it. Since I had not lunch, I grabbed my snorkel and headed into the waves.
Where am I?
at the beach
What might happen if you forgot to set your alarm clock last night?
4. You will get to school late.
The snowstorm _____ the bus routes, so it was very challenging for Jesse to go to work the next day.
What vocabulary word goes in the blank?
affected
Tomorrow, I ___ (paint) all day.
Complete the sentence with the correct future verb tense.
Tomorrow, I will paint all day.
The water cycle describes how water moves through the Earth. Water evaporates from the ocean, turns into clouds, and falls back to the ground as rain. This cycle continues over and over, helping keep the Earth’s water supply full.
What is the main idea?
The water cycle
Trees are blown over, the ditches are full of rain water, homes are flooded and the electricity is off.
What happened?
There was a big storm or hurricane.
John is a better student than his brother Peter.
We can infer that
3. John gets better grades.
I can't join the meeting tomorrow, but Dan told me that he _______ it and send it to me later.
What vocabulary word goes in the blank?
will record
(She / win the competition?)
Create the question using the future verb tense.
Will she win the competition?
Rainforests are home to many animals and plants. They are important because they help produce oxygen and keep the Earth’s climate in balance. Many animals, like monkeys and colorful birds, live in the rainforest.
What's the main idea?
Rainforests are home to many animals and plants.
Please don't spend a lot of money on my birthday present. I'm just thankfulto have such a wonderful mother and father. I'll just use the little money I have to buy myself an inexpensive coat. And if I can only find coats that cost more than what I have saved up, I'll just continue wearing the coat I have, even if the zipper is broken.
What is the message?
I don't want a gift.
When Randy's hamster died, he had trouble eating and sleeping. He wanted his hamster again.
What can you infer?
3. Randy was very upset because his hamster died.
One _____ of online classes is that you can be anywhere you want and still attend class.
What vocabulary word goes in the blank?
benefit
I promise I _____(not tell) your secret to anyone.
Complete the sentence using the correct future verb tense.
I promise I am not going to tell your secret to anyone.
A bicycle is a fun way to get around. It has two wheels, pedals, and handlebars. Riding a bike is great exercise because it helps strengthen your legs and improves balance.
What's the main idea?
Riding a bicycle is good exercise.
The night was very dark. Charlie and Ted were sitting by the fire and toasting marshmallows. They had set-up their tent that afternoon. Suddenly, Ted heard a noise. Charlie heard it, too. It said, "Hoot, hoot!" It was coming from the tree over the tent. The boys threw down their marshmallows and ran all the way home.
Why did the boys run home?
They were afraid of the noise they heard.
Of all the chores Michael had around the house, it was his least favorite.
Folding the laundry was fine, doing the dishes, that was alright. But he could not stand hauling the large bags over to the giant silver canisters.
He hated the smell and the possibility of rats. It was disgusting.
What chore does Michael hate?
3. Taking out the garbage
The shoe company decided to _____ their shoe design after many customers complained about their flaws.
What vocabulary word goes in the blank?
improve
We think he _____(come) home late in the night.
Complete the sentence with the correct future verb tense.
We think he will come home late in the night.
Many animals live in the ocean, including fish, whales, and sharks. Oceans cover more than 70% of the Earth, and they provide food, shelter, and oxygen to ocean creatures. The ocean is also important for people, as it helps regulate the Earth’s weather.
What is the main idea?
Oceans are important for both animals and people.
Justin grabbed the leash and quickly put it around his dog, Tool's, neck. He stormed out the door with Tool coming right behind. He said, "Hurry up, Tool. You're always so slow." Justin kept his head down and walked quickly down the road, not speaking to anyone that he saw.
How is Justin feeling?
He's worried someone might see him.
Joseph and Caitlin were choosing the players for their teams. It was Caitlin's turn to choose, and only Jason was left.
Caitlin said, "Jason."
We can infer that
3. Jason was not a very good player
You can trust Alice to keep your _____ because she never tells anyone anything.
secret
(Who / pass the exam?)
Create the question using the future verb tense.
Who will pass the exam?
Some animals hibernate during the winter. Bears and squirrels sleep in cozy places to stay warm and conserve energy. They don’t need to eat much because they sleep through the cold months, waking up when the weather gets warmer.
What's the main idea?
Some animals hibernate in the winter to stay warm and save energy.