ELA & Expectations
Finish this sentence: "Treat others ___________"
Treat others the way you want to be treated
Joylin
What END MARK goes at the end of a sentence when that sentence is a statement?
A period.
"Ms. Ward is wearing shoes today."
What Blaze Ways starts with a K?
Be KIND
What is the name of the university that both Ms. Rehner and Ms. Ward went to?
Michigan State University
Name the characteristic in the Six Pillars of Character that starts with a "C"
Citizenship
Who is Glory? Describe her.
Glory is Joylin's basketball teammate. Their lockers are right next to each other and Glory dresses more girly than Joylin. Glory is also a great basketball player. Glory helps Joylin with a make up tutorial.
What END MARK goes after a question?
? Question mark
What Blaze Ways starts with an "I"
Inclusive
Our first president, George Washington, never knew that ____________ existed because he died 200 years before the first bones were discovered.
Dinosaurs
Name the characteristic from The Six Pillars of Character that starts with a "T"
Trustworthiness
Why was Jake making fun of Joylin for wearing make up and dressing in skirts?
Because Joylin was trying to change herself even though she wasn't comfortable. Jake wanted her to change her look because SHE wanted to.
When END MARK goes at the end of an exclamatory sentence?
! Exclamation point
What Blaze Ways starts with an "R"
Responsible or Respectful (we will accept either answer)
This Chicago baseball team is on the north side of Chicago .....
Chicago Cubs
When you need to support your thinking and ideas, you must cite __________ ___________ from your book!
TEXT EVIDENCE
Who is the author of Planet Middle School?
Nikki Grimes
Four
Mr. Blaze Ways best friend is....
Mr. Chili Pepper Man
What is the Think Marks symbol for making an inference?
+ (plus sign)
The word INFERENCE means ____________________
To make an educated conclusion based on your text evidence and background knowledge
What big lesson did Joylin learn after Jake was hit by a car?
"Why did I fight with him? Jake is worth 10 Santiagos. He's my friend." Joylin learns that fighting over the little things is not worth it in life. Anything can happen at any minute and we have to cherish every moment.
What is a Comma's purpose in a sentence?
When there is a pause in a sentence or when listing several ideas.
"Ms. Rehner, what time is it?"
"Ms. Ward brought her coat, gloves, and hat to Colorado."
What is our school's mascot?
Dragon
What number between 1-10 is Ms. Rehner holding behind her back right now?
3