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Maya walked into class holding a dripping umbrella. Her shoes squeaked on the floor, and her jacket sleeves were wet. She shook water off her backpack before sitting down. What can you infer about the weather outside?
It was raining.
Jordan opened his lunchbox and frowned. He searched every pocket of his backpack twice and asked his friend if she had seen his spoon. What can you infer Jordan forgot?
He forgot a spoon for his lunch.
Luis rubbed his eyes during class and yawned three times. He told his teacher he stayed up late finishing a project. What can you infer about Luis?
He is tired.
Emma’s hands were covered in flour, and the kitchen smelled sweet. A tray of chocolate chip cookies was cooling on the counter. What can you infer Emma was doing?
She was baking cookies.
Tyler wore shin guards, carried a soccer ball, and had grass stains on his socks when he got home. What can you infer Tyler was doing?
He was playing soccer.
Ava quickly zipped her backpack when the bell rang. She rushed out the door and down the hallway toward the buses. What can you infer Ava is trying to do?
Catch the bus/get home on time.
Ben’s little sister covered her ears when he started practicing drums in the garage. What can you infer about the drums?
They are loud.
The dog stood by the door wagging its tail while holding a leash in its mouth. What can you infer the dog wants?
To go for a walk.
Sofia stared at the scoreboard with a huge smile while her teammates cheered and high-fived each other. What can you infer happened in the game?
Her team won.
The classroom was dark except for the movie playing on the screen. Students sat quietly facing the front. What can you infer the class is doing?
Watching a movie/video.
Caleb pulled his hoodie tighter and blew warm air into his hands while waiting outside. What can you infer about the temperature?
It is cold outside.
Nina carefully carried a wrapped box with a bow and reminded her brother not to tell Mom. What can you infer is happening soon?
It is probably their mom’s birthday or celebration.
The smoke alarm beeped loudly, and Dad ran to the kitchen where dark smoke was coming from the oven. What can you infer happened?
Something in the oven burned.
Marcus checked the clock every few minutes and bounced his leg while sitting in the waiting room. What can you infer about Marcus?
He is nervous or anxious.
Lily carried sunscreen, flip-flops, and a beach towel to the car. What can you infer about where she is going?
The beach or pool.
Owen smiled after opening the envelope and immediately called his grandparents with the news. What can you infer about the letter?
It contained good news.
