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What is an inference based on?
What is an inference based on?
- Random guessing
- Personal opinion
- Evidence or a known fact (correct)
- Intuition and instinct
What is the relationship between an inference and evidence?
What is the relationship between an inference and evidence?
- An inference is unrelated to evidence
- An inference is reached because of evidence (correct)
- An inference is a type of evidence
- An inference is used to support evidence
What is an inference used to form?
What is an inference used to form?
- A fact
- A theory
- A hypothesis
- A conclusion or opinion (correct)
What is the primary function of an inference?
What is the primary function of an inference?
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What type of thinking is involved in making an inference?
What type of thinking is involved in making an inference?
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What is an inference typically based on?
What is an inference typically based on?
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What is the primary goal of an author's purpose?
What is the primary goal of an author's purpose?
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What is the role of evidence in making an inference?
What is the role of evidence in making an inference?
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What is the main difference between an inference and an opinion?
What is the main difference between an inference and an opinion?
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Why is it important to consider the author's purpose when reading a text?
Why is it important to consider the author's purpose when reading a text?
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Study Notes
What is Inference?
- Inference is a conclusion or opinion reached based on evidence or a known fact.
- It involves drawing a logical conclusion from the available information or data.
- Inference is a process of reasoning that helps to arrive at a conclusion or make a judgment.
Literary Devices
- Inference: a conclusion or opinion formed based on evidence or a known fact.
- It is used by an author to convey meaning beyond the literal interpretation of the text.
Author's Intent
- Purpose: the reason why an author writes a piece of text, the main goal of writing.
- Understanding the author's purpose helps readers to interpret the text accurately and appreciate the author's message.
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