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Use an Action as a Clue - Practice 2

A story may explain a reason directly or give a clue through an action.

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A story may explain a reason directly or give a clue through an action. Choose the reason supported by the words rather than inventing an extra event. An inference is an evidence-based idea, not a certainty about every hidden thought.

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If Ada moves a book away from spilled water, protecting the book is a supported reason. The text does not show that she dislikes reading.

If Ada moves a book away from spilled water, protecting the book is a supported reason. The text does not show that she dislikes reading.
Reading model: If Ada moves a book away from spilled water, protecting the book is a supported reason. The text does not show that she dislikes reading.

Original fiction: The Wet Table

Nina placed her drawing on the table. Eli knocked over a cup of water. Nina lifted the drawing before the water reached it. Eli brought a towel and dried the table. "That was close," Nina said. She put the drawing back only after the table was dry.

Question 1 Why does Nina lift her drawing?
Question 2 Who brings a towel?
Question 3 When does the drawing return to the table?
Question 4 What does That was close most likely refer to?
Question 5 Which claim goes beyond the passage?