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9.17 Textual Evidence and Inference Worksheet

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This Intro to Lit English worksheet provides structured practice on 9.17 Textual Evidence and Inference. Students are guided through targeted exercises that build foundational understanding, computational accuracy, and critical thinking skills.

Textual Evidence and Inference in Literature (ELA.9.1): Grade 9 ELA skill practice focused on Textual Evidence and Inference in Literature.

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Intro to Lit

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English

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Problem 1Difficulty: Mastery

1. On the corner store with buzzing neon, Inez let the wooden whistle rest in the palm like a verdict. 2. The world kept its ordinary rhythms—metal clinks, distant music, footsteps—but Inez heard only the gaps. 3. Inez had talked about a scholarship interview as if it were a door anyone could open; now it looked more like a wall. 4. Each time Inez tried to breathe, determination returned like a small animal pacing behind the ribs. 5. Inez considered leaving, then stayed, as though staying might rewrite what had already been said. 6. When Inez finally moved, it was not confidence but insistence that lifted the feet.

Which line from the passage best supports the inference that Inez plans to keep trying even if it is difficult?

AEach time Inez tried to breathe, determination returned like a small animal pacing behind the ribs.

BThe world kept its ordinary rhythms—metal clinks, distant music, footsteps—but Inez heard only the gaps.

CInez considered leaving, then stayed, as though staying might rewrite what had already been said.

DOn the corner store with buzzing neon, Inez let the wooden whistle rest in the palm like a verdict.

Solution & Explanation:The inference is about determined. The best evidence is the line that reveals Inez's inner reaction (word choice and imagery), not just where Inez is or what happens around them.

Problem 2Difficulty: Mastery

1. On the art fair tent in wind, Talia let the bracelet of thread rest in the palm like a verdict. 2. The world kept its ordinary rhythms—metal clinks, distant music, footsteps—but Talia heard only the gaps. 3. Talia had talked about a confession as if it were a door anyone could open; now it looked more like a wall. 4. Each time Talia tried to breathe, jealousy returned like a small animal pacing behind the ribs. 5. Talia considered leaving, then stayed, as though staying might rewrite what had already been said. 6. When Talia finally moved, it was not confidence but insistence that lifted the feet.

Which line is NOT strong enough evidence to support the claim that Talia is jealous?

AWhen Talia finally moved, it was not confidence but insistence that lifted the feet.

BEach time Talia tried to breathe, jealousy returned like a small animal pacing behind the ribs.

CTalia considered leaving, then stayed, as though staying might rewrite what had already been said.

DThe world kept its ordinary rhythms—metal clinks, distant music, footsteps—but Talia heard only the gaps.

Solution & Explanation:The claim is that Talia is jealous. The correct choice is mostly background or neutral action, so it doesn’t clearly show that Talia is jealous. The other options include feelings, reactions, or choices that connect to the idea that Talia is jealous.

Problem 3Difficulty: Mastery

1. On the creek bed littered with smooth stones, Elias let the stained apron rest in the palm like a verdict. 2. The world kept its ordinary rhythms—metal clinks, distant music, footsteps—but Elias heard only the gaps. 3. Elias had talked about a medical test as if it were a door anyone could open; now it looked more like a wall. 4. Each time Elias tried to breathe, anger returned like a small animal pacing behind the ribs. 5. Elias considered leaving, then stayed, as though staying might rewrite what had already been said. 6. When Elias finally moved, it was not confidence but insistence that lifted the feet.

Which pair of lines provides the strongest evidence for the claim that Elias is angry?

A"Elias had talked about a medical test as if it were a door anyone could open; now it looked more like a wall." + "When Elias finally moved, it was not confidence but insistence that lifted the feet."

B"Elias had talked about a medical test as if it were a door anyone could open; now it looked more like a wall." + "On the creek bed littered with smooth stones, Elias let the stained apron rest in the palm like a verdict."

C"On the creek bed littered with smooth stones, Elias let the stained apron rest in the palm like a verdict." + "The world kept its ordinary rhythms—metal clinks, distant music, footsteps—but Elias heard only the gaps."

D"The world kept its ordinary rhythms—metal clinks, distant music, footsteps—but Elias heard only the gaps." + "When Elias finally moved, it was not confidence but insistence that lifted the feet."

Solution & Explanation:The strongest pair includes two moments that both support the claim that Elias is angry, reinforcing the claim. Other pairs include at least one line that is mostly setting or too general to prove the idea.

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