Infer a Character's Changing Feelings

Use actions and speech as evidence for an inference.

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Separate what is stated from what you infer. Connect at least one concrete action or line of speech to your conclusion. Choose the inference with the strongest evidence.

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'Lee gripped the speech cards and whispered the opening line twice' suggests nervous preparation. It does not prove that Lee forgot the speech.

The First Solo

Before rehearsal, Noor checked the first line of her solo three times. When the director called her name, she asked to start again after one note. Her friend tapped the beat quietly. Noor followed the beat and finished the song. At the next rehearsal, she stepped forward before the director called. 'Can we try the whole song?' she asked.

1. How does Noor most likely feel at first? Bored with everyone Unsure about starting Certain she needs no practice

2. Which action suggests growing confidence? She checks the first line She sings one note She steps forward without being called

3. What likely helps Noor finish the first rehearsal? Her friend's steady beat A new set of lyrics A louder microphone

4. Which conclusion is NOT supported? Noor finishes the song Noor will never feel nervous again Noor wants another attempt

5. Which pair best summarizes her change? Confident, then unwilling Angry, then sleepy Hesitant, then more willing to try

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