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Of Mice and Men
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Romeo & Juliet
Writing a Claim
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As children they were never bored because there was always something to _1_ on the farm. Every day they would _2_ up early and help their parents feed the cows _3_ school.
do, wake, before
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Where and when does Of Mice and Men take place?
California (Salinas), Great Depression (1930s)
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Last night I went to the movie's and seen Fast and Furious 7.
Last night I went to the MOVIES and SAW Fast and Furious 7.
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What city AND country is Romeo and Juliet set in?
Verona, Italy
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When writing a claim you should first _________ the question.
What is RESTATE?
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Thousands of people suffering from peanut _1_ could be saved from possible fatal allergic reactions thanks to a new therapy started by British doctors.
allergies
200
Who are the 2 main characters and what is their relationship?
Lennie and George. They are friends. George takes care of Lennie.
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I accidentally (through, threw) the ball (through, threw) the window because a butterfly distracted me.
THREW THROUGH
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The feuding families' names are:
Montague Capulet
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When writing a claim, where do you find the information that you need to write your essay?
In the given text.
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It was Math lesson at school. Miss Lee asked Jared to come to the (1) _____ of the class to solve a Mathematical sum on the whiteboard. As Jared stood staring at the sum (2) _____ knowing what to do, Miss Lee looked on impatiently. “I’m sure you can solve that,” said Miss Lee. “Any seven-year-old would be able to get the answer to (3) _____ a simple sum!”
board not such
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Why is Lennie always getting into trouble?
He lieks to pet nice/soft things. He doesn't know when to stop and holds on tighter when people/animals panic. He doesn't know his own strength.
300
I can't give you no gum because I ain't got none.
I can't give you ANY gum because I DON'T HAVE ANY.
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What famous playwright penned Romeo and Juliet?
William Shakespeare
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Why do we call the writing an "Evidence Based Claim?"
We are making a statement or forming an opinion (claim) using details (evidence) from the text that we read.
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The rhinoceros is (1) _____ of the largest land animals alive today. It has short thick legs and the its body weight can (2) _____ five tons. All the five species of rhinoceroses are herbivorous and they (3) _____ leaves, twigs and grass. They usually eat in the night and can go (3) _____ water for 4 to 5 days.
one weigh eat without
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What happens to Lennie? Why?
George shoots him in the back of the head. He feels that it is his responsibility to put him out of his misery so that he doesn't keep getting in trouble or go to jail.
400
Theyre mom went too the store to get melk an prentzels.
THEIR mom went TO the store to get MILK AND PRETZELS.
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Why do we consider Romeo to be fickle (can't make up his mind)?
At the beginning of the play, he is in love with Rosaline. He obsesses over her. Then just as quickly forgets about here when he falls in love with Juliet at first sight.
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DAILY DOUBLE: The word used to describe the details used to support a claim.
What is EVIDENCE?
500
Aaron was relaxing on a bench when he (1) _____ a faint rustling noise. He looked down at the ground and saw a black snake sliding slowly towards him. He (2) _____ the hair on his neck stiffen. (3) _____ he longed to get up and run as fast as he (4) _____, he knew that it was best to stay as (5) _____ as possible. He watched and (6) _____ his breath as the snake slid over his shoes. He dared not move and dared not close his eyes. The next few minutes felt like hours to him. Soon the snake slid away from him and into the tall grass. Aaron got up and ran as fast as his legs could (7) _____ him.
heard felt Then could quiet held carry
500
Explain the theme of friendship in Of Mice and Men.
answers will vary
500
Me and my cousant gone to the libary to get the knew Gossip Girl book.
MY COUSIN AND I WENT to the LIBRARY to get the NEW Gossip Girl book.
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What is Shakespeare's purpose for writing the prologue to Romeo and Juliet?
To let the audience know what the play is about and how long it is going to be.
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Develop a claim with one piece of evidence using the information below: This Afternoon: Mostly cloudy with breaks of sun. Warm, but not as hot as yesterday. Wind: NW 5-15 mph Sunset: 8:00 PM High: Mid 70s
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