Examines encoding differences between bridging and predictive inferences in four experiments. Suggests that bridging inferences are encoded into the textbase, whereas predictive inferences are not--predictive inferences are held in working memory, perhaps as part of the reader's situation model. (PA)

Investigates conditions that enable viewers to predict future events while viewing a movie. Hypothesizes that predictions about future events can be supported by visual, auditory, and discursive information. Interprets data from two experiments in terms of pragmatic and causal factors in comprehension. (PA)

Investigates the hypothesis that one of the processes used in situation model development is an inferential process in which the reader employs knowledge to form expectations when predictive text opportunities arise. Suggests that predictions are available to the reader at an abstract level of representation. (HB)