Let's solve each of these prediction tasks by analyzing the clues in each sentence and making a logical inference about what will happen next.
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1. Frankie studied every night for a week and was pleasantly surprised when ________
Prediction:
Frankie studied hard for a week, which suggests he was preparing for something important—likely a test or exam. The phrase "pleasantly surprised" implies that the outcome was better than expected.
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Answer: *he got an A on his test.*
Explanation: Studying consistently leads to good results, so it’s logical to predict that Frankie did well on a test.
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2. Carlos was looking up at the sky as he ran down the street when suddenly ________
Prediction:
Carlos is running and looking up, so he’s not paying attention to the ground. This creates a risk of tripping or colliding with something.
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Answer: *he tripped over a rock and fell.*
Explanation: Since he’s distracted (looking up), it’s likely he’ll stumble or fall due to lack of focus on his path.
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3. I heard a sssssssss sound as I drove and noticed as I looked out the window that ________
Prediction:
The "ssssssss" sound is typical of a tire losing air or a flat tire. The person is driving and hears this sound, then looks out the window.
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Answer: *one of my tires was flat.*
Explanation: The sound matches the noise of a deflating tire, and the observation from the window would confirm it.
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4. I heard lots of yips and saw bones and realized mom brought home a new ________
Prediction:
Yips are sounds made by small animals, especially dogs. Bones are associated with pets, particularly dogs.
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Answer: *dog.*
Explanation: The combination of yipping and bones strongly suggests a dog has been brought home.
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5. The sky grew dark and the tree branches started swaying, so I knew pretty soon ________
Prediction:
Darkening sky and swaying branches indicate stormy weather. These are classic signs of an approaching storm.
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Answer: *it would start raining.*
Explanation: The environmental cues point directly to rain or a storm, so it’s logical to predict rainfall.
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Final Answers:
1.
he got an A on his test.
2.
he tripped over a rock and fell.
3.
one of my tires was flat.
4.
dog.
5.
it would start raining.
These predictions are based on cause-and-effect reasoning using context clues in each sentence.
Parent Tip: Review the logic above to help your child master the concept of prediction worksheet for 3rd grade.
