Grade 6 · Reading

Inference Reading Practice

Combine clues in a passage with what you know to draw a conclusion. This page draws from 20 unique questions in the English Grade 6 question bank.

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Marisol reread the directions, checked the model one more time, and took a slow breath. The presentation about erosion data would begin in five minutes, and Marisol wanted every part to be accurate.

Try this question: What can the reader infer about Marisol?

Ben looked at the clock, then checked the hallway twice. The bus for the debate room trip would leave soon. Ben zipped the backpack and walked quickly toward the front office.

Try this question: What can the reader infer about Ben?

Isaac looked at the clock, then checked the hallway twice. The bus for the school stage trip would leave soon. Isaac zipped the backpack and walked quickly toward the front office. The details help the reader understand why the choice matters.

Try this question: What can the reader infer about Isaac?

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