Select whether each of these statements are true or false about inferences.

Question

(1 point)

True
False
Inferences are logical conclusions drawn by a reader from text evidence.

Inferences are the meaning or lesson of a story.

Inferences are not directly stated in the text; the reader must make them.

Inferences are words and phrases that have a meaning different from their literal meaning.

Answer 1

Here are the evaluations of the statements regarding inferences:

1. Inferences are logical conclusions drawn by a reader from text evidence. - True

2. Inferences are the meaning or lesson of a story. - False

3. Inferences are not directly stated in the text; the reader must make them. - True

4. Inferences are words and phrases that have a meaning different from their literal meaning. - False (This statement describes figurative language, not inferences.)