Making Predictions from Text
Instructions: Read each story excerpt carefully. Then predict what you think will happen next and explain why you think that.
Maya had been practising her diving all summer. Today was the big swimming competition. She stood at the edge of the diving board, took a deep breath, and raised her arms above her head. The crowd went silent. Maya bent her knees and...
What do you think will happen next?
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Why do you think that?
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Tom's dog, Biscuit, had been missing since yesterday afternoon. Tom had searched everywhere—the park, the neighbours' gardens, even down by the creek. This morning, Tom heard a faint scratching sound coming from the garden shed. He walked over and slowly opened the door...
What do you think will happen next?
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Why do you think that?
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Sarah had saved her pocket money for three whole months to buy the new art set she wanted. Finally, she had enough! On Saturday, Mum drove her to the shop. Sarah rushed to the art section, but when she got there, the shelf was empty. A shop assistant walked past carrying a large box...
What do you think will happen next?
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Why do you think that?
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