Select whether each of these statements are true or false about inferences.(1 point)

Question

True or 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 answers to your statements about 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 idioms or figurative language, not inferences.)