Class Norms
When is extra help offered in ELA? days + time
Daily 2:!5
What punctuation mark should I use when citing evidence?
Quotation Marks
Long ago, a beautiful princess had all beautiful, expensive dresses. She bragged about them all the time. The other maidens got so tired of hearing about it that they stopped being friends with her. What is the theme?
Don´t brag or no one will want to be around you.
What is conflict?
problem in the story
The conditions were just awful for an outdoor party. The guests stood in mud where there had once been a layer of fluffy white snow. Cold winds blew in from the lake, chilling the hot food and adding a layer of frost to the cold drinks. Many guests were sneezing and sniffling as they struggled to eat wearing gloves and scarves. What is the tone of this passage?
Miserable
What is an assessment?
Test, Quiz, Writing, Project
How many quotes are expected in a typical short response?
At least 2.
Don´t be lazy.
What is the difference between protagonist and antagonist?
protagonist- main character
antagonist- opposing force
As soon as we walked in the door, we felt at home. The hostess rushed to the door to greet us and quickly introduced us to several other people who were open and welcoming. By the end of the day we’d made plans to play golf with one couple and to visit another couple later in the week for another party. What a great neighborhood this is! What is the tone of this passage?
Friendly
How do I make sure my work is regraded?
Hit the resubmit button.
Mr. Wilson flipped open his phone to check the time. The nearby children on the playground snickered the way many often did when they saw his phone. One of the students who was less inclined than the others to exercise restraint asked, “Why do you still have a phone like that?” Managing to keep a straight face, and without missing a beat, Mr. Wilson jorphed, “If my mom sees me with a smart phone she’ll think that I can afford to move out or start paying rent.”
Which of the following conclusions is supported by text evidence?
A.) Mr. Wilson is a student teacher.
B.) Mr. Wilson is a P.E. teacher.
C.) Mr. Wilson has been asked awkward questions before.
C
Once a cat was in a hurry. She ran across the street without looking. She narrowly escaped being hit by a car.
Look both ways before you cross the street.
Which part of the plot diagram shows the conflict getting more tense and growing?
Rising Action
Everyone was silent, obviously expecting the worse. Some people sat on the edge of their seats or tapped their feet, almost as though they were eager to learn the verdict and be done with the waiting. No one expected good news, and it was obvious from their drawn faces and wrinkled clothes that they had been waiting a long time to hear what was inevitable. What is the tone of this passage?
Pessimistic/Hopeless
What should I do if I do not finish my work during class?
Finish and resubmit after school or on the weekend.
Mr. Wilson flipped open his phone to check the time. The nearby children on the playground snickered the way many often did when they saw his phone. One of the students who was less inclined than the others to exercise restraint asked, “Why do you still have a phone like that?” Managing to keep a straight face, and without missing a beat, Mr. Wilson jorphed, “If my mom sees me with a smart phone she’ll think that I can afford to move out or start paying rent.”
Which of the word choices could provide the same meaning as jorphed? A.) snapped B.) grumbled C.) replied D.) yelled
C
Three flies notice an overturned honey pot. Two of the flies decide to land in the honey and start eating it. But the oldest fly stays back. The two flies tease the older fly, but then get stuck in the honey.
What is the theme of this story?
Which part of the plot diagram introduces the characters and setting?
Exposition
The team had trained hard, worked hard, and played hard, and now they were earning the attention they deserved. Each player was among the best in the county. These were students who deserved nothing but praise for all of their work, and as their teachers, we spent a few minutes reflecting on all the work they’ve done. What is the tone of this passage?
Proud
When should my camera be on?
Always, unless specific exception.
The buzzing and grinding noises had stopped and were replaced by a high-pitched whir. Zach removed his pencil and closely inspected the tip. It still wasn’t sharp enough. Zach pushed the pencil back into the sharpener. The high-pitched noise returned. Zach glivverflooped the pencil and took another look at the tip. It was just as dull as before.
Which word could by a synonym form glivverflooped?
In a spell of dry weather, when the Birds could find very little to drink, a thirsty Crow found a pitcher with a little water in it. But the pitcher was high and had a narrow neck, and no matter how he tried, the Crow could not reach the water. The poor thing felt as if he would die of thirst. Then an idea came to him. Picking up some small pebbles, he dropped them into the pitcher one by one. With each pebble the water rose a little higher until at last it was near enough so he could drink.
Persistence pays off/never give up.
What is the relationship between the climax and the resolution of a story?
The climax is a turning point that leads to the resolution.
The candles flickered in the twilight and soft violin music snuck into the room. The table was draped in white lace and set with delicate white and blue china as well as fine crystal goblets. At each place setting, a small vase of delicate roses stood guard. When the newlyweds entered the room, a hush fell over everyone, only to be replaced with a quiet “aww” as they kissed for the first time. What is the tone of this passage?
Romantic