Vocab (7 & 8)
What is a blog?
a Web site on which someone writes about personal opinions, activities, and experiences
What is a how-to blog?
an informal, often short description of how to accomplish a specific task
What is a personal narrative?
A story of something that happened to you
What is my cat's name?
Smidgen
What is the most widely spoken language in Brazil?
Portuguese
Write a sentence using the word refine.
While online shopping, I had to refine my search to only include size 7 shoes.
What is voice in writing?
the personality of the author shown through their writing
Write a simile.
My hands are as cold as ice.
What does ELD stand for?
English Language Development
What is the worlds largest land animal?
Elephant
What is a synonym for the word duration?
Period, term, span, length of time
Why is it important for a how-to blog to use voice and tone?
voice and tone engage the reader
What is the purpose of a narrative?
To entertain.
What is the name of the documentary we watched in March about the killer whales at Sea World?
Blackfish
Name 5 teacher's FIRST & last names (from DCISM).
Answers will vary
What word describes the way in which someone might come into a room?
Burst
What language elements are included in how-to blogs?
List 3
transition words, technical terms, hook, background information, personal pronouns, voice/tone, etc.
Fix the following dialogue so that it is written correctly:
My sister yelled "I never get to go to the park"!
My sister yelled, "I never get to go to the park!"
What movie did we the first 5 minutes of 2 weeks ago to understand narratives better? (it was a cartoon)
The Emperors New Groove
When it's midnight in Los Angeles, what time is it in New York City?
3:00 am
Use the following words in 1-2 sentences:
Feasible, Acclimate, Duration
Answers will vary.
Write an introduction to a how-to blog. Don't forget to include a hook and background information!
3 Sentences
(You can write your introduction on any topic, but here are some ideas: how to make a sandwich, how to tie your shoe, how to play soccer)
There is one thing everyone who wears shoes must know: how to tie a shoe. If you can't tie a shoe you might as well stock up on slip on shoes, because that is all you will wear for the rest of your life. But fear not- if you want to learn, this blog will give you 4 easy steps that will teach you how to tie your shoe!
List 3 types of conclusions that we discussed in class.
Circular, dialogue, emotional/fuzz feeling, reflection, lesson/moral ending, funny thought/humor
What are the 4 long writing assignments we have done this semester? (since December)
5 Paragraph Argue Essay
Explanation: Podcast Script
How to Blog Post
Narrative
How many countries are in the world?
195