Inferencing is like being a detective ๐ต๏ธโโ๏ธ. When you read informational text, the author doesn't always tell you everything directly. Inferencing is when you use clues from the text, along with what you already know, to figure out things the author hints at but doesn't say outright. It's reading between the lines! Think of it as making a smart guess based on evidence.
Match the vocabulary word with its correct definition:
| Word | Definition |
|---|---|
| 1. Inference | A. Information that is true and factual |
| 2. Evidence | B. A conclusion reached based on clues and reasoning |
| 3. Informational Text | C. Details or facts that support an idea |
| 4. Author's Purpose | D. The reason the author wrote the text (to inform, persuade, entertain) |
| 5. Conclusion | E. A judgement or decision reached by reasoning |
Definitions are intentionally mixed up.
Read the paragraph and fill in the missing words.
Bees are very important to our __________. They help pollinate flowers, which means they help plants make __________ and seeds. Without bees, we would have fewer fruits and __________ to eat. Bees live in __________. They work together to make honey, which they eat for __________. It's important to protect bees so they can continue to help our planet.
Word Bank: food, hives, environment, vegetables, plants
Imagine you read a text about how recycling helps the environment. The text doesn't directly say recycling is important, but it gives many reasons why it's helpful. What inference can you make about the author's opinion on recycling? Explain your answer using evidence from the text.
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