Making Inferences — Answer Key
Part A: Multiple Choice
Circle the best answer for each question.
1. The parking lot was full and people carried bags of popcorn and drinks inside. Where are these people most likely going?
A) a library
B) a movie theater
C) a hospital
D) a post office
Popcorn and drinks are the classic movie snacks, and a packed parking lot with crowds heading inside fits the picture of a busy movie theater on a popular night.
2. Kayla glanced at the recipe, then measured two cups of flour and cracked three eggs into a bowl. What is Kayla doing?
A) washing dishes
B) setting the table
C) baking something
D) packing a lunch
A recipe, measured flour, and eggs in a bowl are the first steps in baking; cooks who are not baking would be using pans and vegetables instead.
3. The principal came on the intercom and said everyone should move calmly to the exits. What is probably happening?
A) It is time for recess.
B) There is a fire drill or emergency.
C) School is starting early today.
D) A guest speaker has arrived.
Schools only ask everyone to leave the building together when there is a safety reason like a fire drill, and the principal's calm voice on the intercom is how they signal it.
4. After reading the letter, Mom smiled and wiped a tear from her eye. How does Mom most likely feel?
A) angry
B) bored
C) touched and happy
D) confused
Smiling shows joy and tears show strong feelings; together they signal happy tears, the kind people cry when a heartfelt letter touches them.
Part B: Fill in the Blank
Write the correct answer on each line.
1. The baby reached for the blanket and rubbed her eyes. She is ready to take a nap.
Babies reach for soft blankets when they want to snuggle, and rubbing the eyes is a tired sign — both clues mean she is ready for a daytime sleep.
2. The waiter brought the check and the family took out their wallets. They are about to pay.
The check at a restaurant is the bill listing what the meal cost, and wallets hold money or cards — together those clues mean the family is settling up.
3. Dark clouds gathered and the wind picked up speed. A storm is probably coming.
Storm clouds are dark because they are packed with heavy rain, and rising wind is what pushes those clouds in — these are the warning signs of a storm on the way.
4. The boy kept looking away and fidgeting while his mom asked him about the broken vase. He might be feeling guilty.
Avoiding eye contact and squirming are common reactions when someone has done something wrong and does not want to admit it; the broken vase is the giveaway.
5. Everyone at the table sang while Grandma leaned forward to blow out candles. It is her birthday.
Singing the Happy Birthday song while someone blows out candles is the most familiar birthday tradition in the world, so this scene can only mean Grandma's special day.