ISEE Middle Level Reading Comprehension
Learn how to master reading passages, analyze information, and answer questions effectively for the ISEE Middle Level exam.
Basic Concepts
Making Inferences
Reading Between the Lines
Sometimes, the answer isn't stated directly in the passage. Instead, you have to make an inference—an educated guess based on clues given by the author.
How to Make Inferences
- Combine what you read with what you already know.
- Pay attention to hints in the text, such as tone or word choice.
Why Inferences Matter
Many questions on the ISEE will ask you to draw conclusions or predict what might happen next.
Putting It Into Practice
Making inferences is like being a detective: look for small clues, connect them, and figure out the bigger picture!
Examples
A passage says a character's stomach rumbled and she glanced at the clock before lunchtime. You infer she's hungry.
If a biography mentions someone practicing every day, you infer they're dedicated.
In a Nutshell
Use clues from the text and your own knowledge to draw conclusions.