Inference
What is an inference?
conclusion reached based on evidence and reasoning
Grace grabbed her dance bag and got out of the car. As she entered the dance studio, she felt as if she were walking into a cage. She went through the stretches with the other ballet students. She tried to think of an argument that would persuade her mother to let her quit taking lessons.
How does Grace feel about ballet?
She wants to quit and feels like she is walking into a cave, so she doesn't like it.
Where does the problem usually appear in the story?
Beginning/middle
What is this called?
Venn Diagram
The group discussed how to survive on their own for five days since a supply ship wasn’t due to dock in Zako until then. Being a scientist, Serena’s mom understood how things worked. She’d help build shelters. Serena would help gather food because she loved plants and knew lots about them.
How does Serena feel about being stranded?
She feels optimistic, hopeful and positive.
Create a sentence (or two) that can be analyzed to determine that your character loves ice cream.
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What is the problem for the pigs in The Three Little Pigs? What is the problem for the wolf?
The pigs are having their homes destroyed and they may get eaten. The wolf wants a good meal and cannot get one.
What is one similarity and one difference between the mom and her daughter in the ballerina story?
Similar: both ballerinas
Different: Mom cared deeply about ballet and daughter wanted to play with her friends.
“Surf’s up!” Serena yelled as a huge wave slid under her surfboard. Serena gave a big thumbs up because her mom had worked the surf-control machine exactly right to create a perfect wave. Serena loved Zako. This watery vacation spot appealed to her more than the desert of their home planet, Allo.
How can you tell that Serena loves surfing?
She say's "Surf's Up!" and notices that her mom worked the surf-control machine perfectly.
“Do… do you think you could teach me?” Benito asked. “I’m new and have a lot to learn, but I have my own guitar at home, and I’ll practice every day!”
How does Benito feel about playing the guitar?
He is excited and invigorated.
What is the problem in this story?
The boys are stuck in the barn during a dust storm and cannot make it home.
Why is it important to compare and contrast characters?
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