HSPT Reading

A comprehensive guide to understanding and mastering the HSPT Reading section, focusing on comprehension, vocabulary, and analytical skills.

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Making Inferences and Drawing ConclusionsAnalyzing Passage StructureEvaluating Arguments and Evidence
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Making Inferences and Drawing Conclusions

Reading Between the Lines

Sometimes, information isn't stated outright. You have to use clues from the passage and your own knowledge to figure things out—this is called making inferences.

How to Infer

  • Look for hints or suggestions in the text.
  • Combine those hints with what you already know.
  • Draw a logical conclusion that makes sense with the evidence.

Why This Matters

Inferences help you understand deeper meanings and make better decisions, both on the test and in real life.

Examples

  • A passage mentions characters wearing heavy coats and shivering, so you infer it’s winter.

  • The author describes a town as quiet after a storm, so you conclude the storm caused damage.

In a Nutshell

Use clues and background knowledge to figure out what the author doesn’t directly say.

Key Terms

Inference
A logical guess made based on evidence and reasoning.
Conclusion
A decision reached after considering all the evidence.
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