Unit 1 Introduction to literature (fiction)
What does preview and predict mean?
Preview = in literature we preview a book or article. we look at the article or book. We do not read it maybe look the chapter titles, table of contents, the before words.
Then we Predict= making a guess on what will happen.
What is summarizing mean?
When we summarize we take the most important parts of a story and break it down into a paragraph or two.
If you are looking to buy a car, you should really consider a Honda Odyssey Van. This van has it all, from 24 cup holders to doors that will open and close with a touch of a button. If you have a family, this van is perfect for you. The van has 3 rows of seats, plus room in the trunk to store all of your luggage, or bikes. Think about buying this van if you want to have it all, and look really cool. What is the purpose?
Persuade
What parts are required of an informational essay
thesis
intro
body paragraphs
conclusion
citation
Why do we ask questions while reading?
We ask questions so we can make sure we understand what it is that we are reading.
What type of figurative language is this?
Once upon a midnight dreary, while I pondered, weak and weary. . .
—Edgar Allan Poe, "The Raven"
Alliteration
Benjamin was running as fast as he could. He had to dodge between people on the street-women carrying market baskets, men with their walking sticks and white wigs. His own legs, in pants and knee-high white stockings, flashed like the spoke of a wheel as he ran. At first, he had heard his mother trying to call him back. “Benjamin! Stop right now!” But her voice had grown distant as he raced down the road. He had to get there in time...he just had to. He had to tell his dad to vote against the British rule.
Entertain
at least 3
Why is it important to make annotations while reading?
We can make small annotations while we are reading so that we can remember what we read, ask questions, explore more on a topic or even just show your favorite parts.
What is a reflection? when reading
A reflection is what we read and how we learn from what we read.
At the upcoming city council meeting, the council will vote on whether or not to destroy Pilla Park and turn it into a shopping mall. I am writing to tell you this is a bad idea. Hundreds of kids and families in Eudora use the park each week. Also, it is a great place to hang out in the summer because of the fullgrown trees all throughout. Please think about the advantages of having a great park close to downtown before making your vote.
Persuade
5 to 8
What type of characterization is used here?
In all of my imaginings I was filled with a sense that I would soon become perfect: My mother and father would adore me. I would be beyond reproach.5 I would never feel the need to sulk for anything.
Thoughts
Billie Eilish is the greatest artist ever!
Fact or opinion
Opinion
You know that Mr. is short for mister, but do you know what CEO means? It stands for chief executive officer. Not all abbreviations stand for people. For example, Pk. means park, Rd. stands for road, and Mt. represents mountain. The abbreviation Dr. stands for two different words-doctor and drive. Units of measure also have abbreviations. Teaspoon is often shortened to tsp. and gal. stands for gallon.
inform
What is an introduction
a way to introduce your topic about a paragraph
What type of characterization is shown here?
So now when my mother presented her tests, I performed listlessly, my head propped on one arm. I pretended to be bored. And I was. I got so bored that I started counting the bellows of the foghorns out on the bay while my mother drilled me in other areas. The sound was comforting and reminded me of the cow jumping over the moon.
Actions
Fact or Opinion
The school we go to is Gateway.
Fact
When you’re scribbling a note with a pencil, do you ever wonder what this handy tool is made from? To get right to the point, a pencil is made of a number of materials. The inside is made of graphite that is made stronger with clay. Its wooden outside comes from cedar trees. The yellow paint on the wood is made from minerals, while the metal brand at one end is aluminum. Should you make a mistake while writing, use the eraser. Is main materials are soybean oil and latex.
inform
what is a conclusion
a way to bring the whole essay together. in a few sentences.