• Inferences and Context Clues
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  • When Maya entered the cafeteria, conversations hushed. She spotted two classmates whispering and glancing her way. Her stomach tightened as she walked past them.
    Inference: Why might Maya feel uncomfortable? Context Clue: What does hushed mean in this passage?
  • The sky darkened, and the wind howled as Ben rushed to close the windows. His dog whimpered and hid under the bed. Moments later, thunder cracked.
    Inference: What is about to happen? Context Clue: What does whimpered most likely mean?
  • After the principal’s announcement, students exchanged wide-eyed looks. A few groaned, and someone muttered, “Not again.”
    Inference: What might the announcement have been about? Context Clue: What does muttered mean?
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