Vocabulary
For a prompt such as this,
Explain the significance of paragraphs 3-4 to the author's main point.
What does significance mean?
The importance of paragraph 3-4.
What should your thesis statement in your essay include?
The main claim of your essay using the wording from the prompt.
Also, 2 supporting claims that you will further explain in your body paragraphs.
1 - main claim/argument
2 - Wording from the prompt
3 - 2 supporting claims/reasons
What is your homework for Sunday night?
Get a good night's rest.
GO TO SLEEP EARLY!
Lena was known for being very reluctant during class discussions. She avoided raising her hand, spoke quietly when called on, and often hesitated before sharing her ideas with others.
Using context clues, what does reluctant mean?
Unwilling or hesitant
What are the 2 functions you can use the dictionary for?
Definition
Spelling!!!
Define extraneous and redundant.
Extraneous - extra information
Redundant - repeated information
It doesn't add anything to the main idea of the passage.
What are the 4 paragraphs of an Informational Essay, in order?
Intro
BP1
BP2
Conclusion
How many school days are left in the school year?
14 days!!!
The desert was extremely arid. For months, almost no rain had fallen, many plants were dry and cracked, and animals struggled to find water.
Using context clues, what does arid mean?
Dry; having very little rain
In which scenarios do you HAVE TO define unknown words?
Any unknown words in the question or answer choices.
(even if you THINK you might know what it means)
What is the thesis of an article?
What are the 3 components of a Short-Constructed Response?
Answer the question.
Cite Evidence to support your answer.
Explain your reason for choosing such evidence and how it supports your answer (2+ sentences!)
(Bonus Shot Attempt if mentioned 2+ sentences)
What pets does your teacher have?
Bonus shot attempts if you can name them!
Regalado - Lily (dog) + Oliver (cat)
Washington - Gucci & Midnight (2 dogs) + Sunflower (snake)
Although the puppy looked timid at first, hiding behind its owner and avoiding strangers, it slowly became more comfortable and eventually began wagging its tail and approaching people.
Using context clues, what does timid mean?
Shy or fearful
What should you do anytime a question mentions a specific passage?
Example: In paragraph 7 of the selection, why does the author describe power as “the root cause”?
Reread the entire specified passage!
What is the tone of a passage?
The author's attitude to the topic.
What are the 6 components of a Body Paragraph?
Topic Sentence
Context + Evidence 1
Analysis 1
Context + Evidence 2
Analysis 2
Concluding Sentence (try to transition into next paragraph)
Name as many characters from this school year as possible. Top 3 teams with the most characters win.
Of Mice and Men
Farewell to Manzanar
A Raisin in the Sun
Into the Wild
Animal Farm
The Odyssey
After losing the championship game by one point, the team felt completely dejected. The players sat silently in the locker room, stared at the floor, and barely spoke during the bus ride home.
Using context clues, what does dejected mean?
Sad, discouraged, or disappointed
Recreate our annotation strategy with short explanations of how to complete it
Title
Look Fors section
Main Idea Prediction
Question Notes
Main Idea Final
What is a metaphor?
Metaphor: Comparing a person, place, or thing to something else without using the words "like" or "as".
A metaphor is figurative language, so the comparison holds deeper meaning.
Write a thesis statement that responds to the following essay prompt.
Explain how benefits and drawbacks of uniforms in school.
The benefit(s) of uniforms is/are ______. On the other hand, the drawback(s) of uniforms is/are ______.
Any team that has every member wearing their ID. No cheating! It's either on or not.
Should've had your ID on!
The politician’s speech was intentionally ambiguous. Instead of giving direct answers about his plans, he used vague language that could be interpreted in several different ways, leaving the audience uncertain about his true position.
Using context clues, what does ambiguous mean?
Unclear; open to multiple meanings
What should an Essay Map look like? (for an informational essay)
What should it contain? (for an informational essay)
4 squares with thesis, evidence, and conclusion.