Drawing ConclusionsLuke is very competitive and loves to win when he plays sports. Kyler doesnt take sports all that seriously. So when their tennis singles match was over, it was no surprise that both boys were in a good mood, especially Luke.

1. Which statement is most likely true?

a. Luke won the match.
b. Kyler won the match.
c. The game was rained out.
d. Kyler was given a new truck.

Leslies main playlist has forty rock songs, fifteen rap songs, and one country song. It also contains twelve classical instrumentals.

2. Which statement is probablyNOTtrue.

a. Leslie likes music.
b. Leslies favorite music is country.
c. Leslie likes rock better than rap.
d. Leslie listens to a wide range of music.

I think youll like your present, Scott. Youll still be able to use it for at least the next couple of months before the weather gets too warm. It can be a lot of fun, especially if you take a lesson or two first. Remember, people are often injured by using these things if they dont know what theyre doing.

3. Scotts new present is a _______.

a. rifle
b. tennis racquet
c. snow shovel
d. snowboard

Brad put a load of clothes into the washing machine. An hour later, he unloaded the damp clothes and put them into the dryer. Later, he unloaded the clothes and carried them upstairs in a basket. To his dismay, Brad noticed that the load of laundry just didnt smell nearly as fresh as usual.

4. One of the following is the reason why. Which one is it?

a. Brad forgot to turn on the washing machine.
b. Brad wasnt paid to do the laundry.
c. Brad had forgotten to put detergent into the machine.
d. The radio didnt work.

Using Inference

Sometimes someone will try to tell you something without coming right out and saying it. He willimplyit. When you understand what is implied, youinfer. Sometimes you can infer the truth even when the speaker or writer isnt trying to be helpful. Thats called reading between the lines.See if you can infer an impled or hidden message in each of the following selections.Turner almost wished that he hadnt listened to the radio. He went to the closet and grabbed his umbrella. He would feel silly carrying it to the bus stop on such a sunny morning.1. Which probably happened?a. Turner realized that he had an unnatural fear of falling radio parts.
b. Turner had promised himself to do something silly that morning.
c. Turner had heard a weather forecast that predicted rain.
d. Turner planned to trade his umbrella for a bus ride.

Larry, as your boss, I must say its been very interesting working with you, Miss Valdez said. However, it seems that our companys needs and your performance style are not well matched. Therefore, it makes me very sad to have to ask you to resign your position effective today.2. What was Miss Valdez telling Larry?a. She would feel really bad if he decided to quit.
b. He was being fired.
c. He was getting a raise in pay.
d. She really enjoyed having him in the office.

No, Honey, I dont want you to spend a lot of money on my birthday present. Just having you for a husband is the only gift I need. In fact, Ill just drive my old rusty bucket of bolts down to the mall and buy myself a little present. And if the poor old car doesn't break down, Ill be back soon.3. What is the message?a. I dont want a gift.
b. Buy me a new car.
c. The mall is fun.
d. Ill carry a bucket for you.

Bill and Jessica were almost done taking turns choosing the players for their teams. It was Jessicas turn to choose, and only Kurt was left.
Jessica said, Kurt.4. We can infer that ________a. Kurt is not a very good player.
b. Jessica was pleased to have Kurt on her team.
c. Kurt was the best player on either team.
d. Jessica was inconsiderate of Kurts feelings.