See free Year 5 inference and prediction worked examples with clear strategies and answers, aligned to the England primary curriculum.
Try each question first, then compare the strategy and answer. The aim is to understand the method, not just copy the final result.
How to think about it: Read the prompt once for meaning and a second time to find the clue that supports the answer. Use the exact word, phrase or event from the text when the question asks for evidence.
Answer: Any plausible inference, e.g. to leave/go somewhere, supported by context.
How to think about it: Read the prompt once for meaning and a second time to find the clue that supports the answer. Use the exact word, phrase or event from the text when the question asks for evidence.
Answer: He packed his bag.
How to think about it: Read the prompt once for meaning and a second time to find the clue that supports the answer. Use the exact word, phrase or event from the text when the question asks for evidence.
Answer: Plausible prediction with relevant clue.
How to think about it: Read the prompt once for meaning and a second time to find the clue that supports the answer. Use the exact word, phrase or event from the text when the question asks for evidence.
Answer: Valid trait inference plus evidence.