1. What type of job does Paul do?
Paul likely works a manual labor job, possibly outdoors or in construction.
How do you know this?
The text states he comes home with "muddy boots" and "dusty overalls," which are typical for jobs involving physical work and exposure to dirt or dust.
2. Describe Alice:
Alice is organized, detail-oriented, and has clear expectations for cleanliness and routine within the household.
What in the text supports your description?
She leaves a new garbage bag tied to the porch railing every morning for Paul’s dirty clothes, instructs him to shower before dinner to be “presentable,” and would “have a fit” if his muddy boots reached the welcome mat, indicating she values order and cleanliness.
3. What relationship do Paul and Alice have?
Paul and Alice are likely married or in a long-term domestic partnership.
Why do you feel this way?
They live together, share meals (dinner), and have established routines and rules for household behavior. Alice prepares for his return daily, and he follows her instructions, suggesting a close, cohabiting relationship.
4. Why is Max upset?
Max is upset because the storm ruined his plans to fly his kite.
How do you know this?
He was holding a kite when the thunder struck, and he dropped it as he began to sob. His mother’s attempt to comfort him by suggesting they “find something else to do” implies the planned activity was canceled due to the weather.
5. What was Mom planning on doing today?
Mom was planning on having a picnic.
What in the text supports your description?
She begins to unpack “the picnic basket that was on the counter,” which directly indicates her original plan for the day before the storm interrupted it.
Parent Tip: Review the logic above to help your child master the concept of making inferences worksheet 6th grade.
