1. Making inferences To infer = to take what you know and make an “educated guess”.

2. Quick Quiz! 1. If a house says “For Rent” outside, you can infer that: a) The house needs new occupants b) The house comes with furniture outside c) The house is brand new d) The house is no good to live in.

3. 2. If your electricity goes out, you can infer that: a) A tree fell on the powerline b) You will never have power again c) Your water will be off too d) Something happened to the power

4. 3. If you see someone holding an umbrella, you can infer that: a) Today is Sunday b) It might rain c) They live in Manchester d) They hurt themselves

5. 4. If you go to an Italian restaurant, you can infer that: a) They will definitely have steak on the menu b) They will not serve coffee c) They specialise in Italian food d) They will have the best food in town

6. 5. If your cat is standing by its food bowl, you can infer that: a) They love you b) They are ill c) They are hungry d) They need to go to the toilet