The soccer field is wet, and puddles are forming.
Inference: What weather conditions might there have been?
fog
sunshine
rain
Bobby grabbed his hard hat, hammer, and steel toe boots and got in his car. When he arrived at work, it was very loud. Where does Bobby work?
A movie theater
A theme park
A construction site
I am an animal with whiskers that is the color of darkness. Some people say I am bad luck. What am I?
A black cat
A black horse
A black cow
Emma received a text saying, "Meet me at our usual spot at 5!" She smiled and checked her watch. What can you predict about her plans?
She is meeting for a serious conversation.
She is going to school.
She is going to hang out with a friend.
She is going to work.
When Jamie found the old photo album in the attic, she was filled with nostalgia as she flipped through the pages. What can you predict about Jamie's feelings as she looks through the album?
She will feel happy and reminisce.
Polly's son got off the bus and ran quickly inside the house. "I hate these things!" He yelled, his face hot with tears, as he ripped the glasses from his face and threw them across the room. What might have happened to him?
He loves wearing his glasses.
He was having a great day.
He was bullied about wearing glasses.
Tom walked into the room and noticed the bright balloons and decorations everywhere. His friends shouted, “Surprise!” What might Tom predict about the event?
It is a school meeting.
It is his birthday party.
It is a farewell gathering.
It is a sad occasion.
Maria spent hours practicing for her speech. She looked in the mirror and rehearsed her lines until she felt confident. What can you predict about Maria’s performance?
She will get distracted.
She will forget her lines.
She will do well.
She will be too nervous to speak.
As the deadline for the project approached, Lily stayed up late, surrounded by books and notes. What can you infer about her situation?
She is unprepared and panicking.
The garden is full of blooming flowers.
Inference: What season (time of year) is it?
winter
spring
fall
Logan is holding a sun hat and sunglasses.Inference: Where could Logan be going?
the beach/pool
the mall
the movie theater
Lily was up late last night, staring at her laptop screen. When her mom called her for breakfast, she groaned. What can you infer about Lily's night?
She was reading books.
She had a party.
She slept well.
She was working on a project.
The audience sat in silence as the musician began to play a haunting melody. Some people closed their eyes, lost in the music. What can you infer about the atmosphere?
It is calm and reflective.
Josie, in her black shorts and pink top, was sitting down, minding her own business, when a boy wearing all green ran up to her and pinched her. What holiday is it?
St. Patrick's Day
Christmas
Halloween
Toby is going to the park to babysit his two sisters. He really does not want to go, and he wishes his parents found an actual babysitter for him and his sisters. How do you think Toby is feeling?
Annoyed
Happy
Sad
Lisa is wearing a costume with wings and a wand.
Inference: What might Lisa be pretending to be?
dinosaur
cat
fairy
The students jumped up from their seats suddenly, covered their ears because the noise was so loud, got in line, and went outside to be safe. What happened?
It was lunch time
The fire alarm went off.
The school day was just starting
The classroom was filled with laughter as the teacher announced a game. The students' eyes lit up with excitement. What can you infer about the students’ feelings toward the game?
They are eager to play.
They are upset.
They are indifferent.
They are exhausted.
Karl had his ticket in his hand ready, and he could smell the burning rubber walking up to the gate. He handed the woman his ticket and walked in to see the cars going fast and loud. Where is Karl?
A concert
School
The racetrack
The sky is dark and thunder rumbles. Inference: What might happen soon?
We should go to the beach
It is going to be sunny outside
There might be a storm or rain
Justine is getting ready to go on vacation and she is packing her bag. She is getting her towel, her surf board, and her swim suit. Where do you think she is going?
The roller rink
The beach
The mountains
After weeks of studying, Alex saw his grades improve significantly. He grinned as he read the report card. What might Alex predict about his future efforts?
He will continue to work hard.
The sun was setting, and the air was getting cooler. Sam pulled on his sweater and headed outside. What might Sam predict about the evening?
It will rain.
It will be sunny.
It will be chilly.
It will be hot.
When the teacher announced that there would be no homework this weekend, the students cheered and high-fived each other. What can you infer about the students’ attitudes toward homework?
They dislike it.
The sun is setting, and the sky is painted with hues of orange and pink.
Inference: What time of day is it?
evening
afternoon
morning
Samantha is holding a trophy and smiling with her team.
Inference: What did Sam likely accomplish?
won his game
lost his game
ran fast
When Austin walked into the classroom, he accidentally bumped into the door frame. He took a few more steps and then tripped over a chair leg and fell flat to this face. What character trait describes Austin?
smooth
clumsy
suave
I am a place with busy streets, taxi cabs, and skyscrapers. I am not in the country. Where am I?
The moon
The country
A city
Alex is wearing a blanket. He has a thermometer in his mouth, and he is stuck in his bed with tissues all around him. How is Alex feeling?
wonderful
happy
sick
Anna watched as her dog wagged its tail excitedly and jumped at the door when she picked up the leash. What can you infer about the dog?
It wants to play inside.
It is tired.
It wants to eat.
It is happy to go outside.
As the final bell rang, Sarah packed her bag quickly, glancing nervously at the clock. She wanted to get to the auditorium before the show started. What can you infer about Sarah’s feelings?
She is angry.
She is anxious about missing something.
She is uninterested.
She is excited.
The park was unusually empty, and the grass was overgrown. A few birds chirped quietly in the distance. What can you infer about the park’s condition?
It is rarely visited.
Emily is carrying a backpack and wearing a school uniform.
Inference: Where is she going?
movie theater
mall
school
Tim is holding a fishing rod and wearing a hat with a wide brim.
Inference: What activity is Tim likely going to do?
going golfing
going fishing
going to the pool
A picnic blanket is spread out with sandwiches and fruit and everyone is eating together.
Inference: What might the family be doing?
playing at home
running at school
having a picnic
Tommy noticed that his favorite book was missing from the shelf. He remembered his little sister was in his room yesterday. What can you predict about the book?
It is damaged.
His sister took it.
He lent it to a friend.
It is lost.
The storm had knocked out the power, and the house was dark. Jake searched for candles while his little sister clung to him. What can you infer about the sister's feelings?
She is bored.
She is tired.
She is excited to be in the dark.
She feels scared.
During the hike, the group stopped to rest. They noticed dark clouds gathering and felt a sudden drop in temperature. What can you infer about the weather conditions?
A storm is likely approaching.
It will get warmer.
The sun will come out soon.
It will stay clear.
Jenny is looking at a map and pointing to a location.
Inference: Where is Jenny planning to go?
the location on the map
everywhere
nowhere
Layla finished brushing her teeth and washing her face. She put her pajamas on and got comfortable. What is she about to do?
Go to bed
Go to school
Go to grandma's house
There are colorful balloons tied to the mailbox and people are bringing gifts.
Inference: What celebration might be happening?
birthday
Valentine's day
Halloween
Ms. Adams reached into her back pocket and gasped when she noticed nothing was there. She searched her purse. "Oh no, I must have left it on the table!" she yelled, running back into the restaurant. What did Ms. Adams most likely forget?
Her car
Her cellphone
Her friend
Ben noticed his friend looking upset after receiving a text. He approached and asked, “Is everything okay?” What can you predict about Ben's intentions?
He cares about his friend's feelings.
Jake is holding a birthday cake with lit candles.
Inference: Whose birthday is it?
Jake's best friend
Jake's brother
Jake
Larry is wearing a winter coat, gloves, and a hat. Inference: What season (time of year) is it?
Winter
Fall
Spring
Summer
The kitchen smells like freshly baked cookies.Inference: What might someone be baking?
cookies
cupcakes
cake
Sarah grabbed a thick coat before running out of the door. She thought it was better to be safe than sorry after she heard the weather prediction this morning. What might happen today?
There might be a hurricane.
It might snow.
It might rain.
There is going to be a tornado.
After receiving a low score on the test, Marcus stared at his paper, deep in thought. What can you predict about Marcus's next steps?
He will seek help to improve.
The classroom is filled with the sound of pencils and pages turning and a timer ticking to let them know how much longer they have before they need to be finished. Inference: What activity are the students likely doing?
playing at recess
taking an exam
having a discussion
After hearing the news about the upcoming school trip, the students began discussing their plans for fun activities. What can you infer about the students’ feelings toward the trip?
They are uninterested.
They are excited and eager to plan.
They want to cancel it.
They are worried about it.
The teacher is writing on the chalkboard, and students are listening.
Inference: Where are they?
home
school
mall
Sophia received an invitation to a prestigious art show. She stared at the details, her heart racing with excitement. What might Sophia predict about the event?
It will be a great opportunity for her.