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Inferences and Predictions in Macbeth: Understanding the Differences

This lesson explores the concepts of inference and prediction within the context of Shakespeare's Macbeth. Students will learn to differentiate between the two terms—wherein inference involves drawing conclusions based on evidence and reasoning, and prediction involves foretelling future events based on clues. Through guided practice, students will engage with the text, making inferences and predictions while developing critical thinking skills. Activities include analyzing commercials for inferences and predictions, enhancing their understanding of how to apply these concepts in literature and beyond.

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Inferences and Predictions in Macbeth: Understanding the Differences

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  1. MacBeth Inferences and Predictions

  2. What is an Inference? • (Noun) A conclusion reached on the basis of evidence and reasoning. • May be used as a verb: • (Verb) For today’s assignment, students will infer from clues in the text.

  3. What is a Prediction? • (Noun) To foretell the future; what will happen next based on the story. • May be used as a verb: • (Verb) For today’s assignment, students will predict outcomes based on clues in the text.

  4. What is the Difference? • Predictions: • Use clues from the text • Predictions are proven • Ask you to question yourself • Predictions can be made before and during reading • Inferences: • Use clues from the text • Inferences are guesses • Ask you to question the story • Inferences can only be made during reading

  5. Let’s Practice! • While watching the following commercials, see you you can infer or predict anything about them. • Remember– you must use clues from the video to do this 

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