Context Clues
Scientists may study social psychology if they want to understand what conformity is.
Social Psychology - the branch of psychology that deals with social interactions.
Correctly rewrite the sentence:
Bobby tried to dunk, but he misses!
Bobby tried to dunk, but he missed !
Why is empathy important for communication?
It's the ability to relate to the feelings and experiences of other people.
What is the author's purpose?
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Persuade
What is Mr. Zaino's girlfriend's name?
Juliette
I was fraught with despair when I discovered that my car was totaled in the accident.
Fraught - Something characterized by emotional distress.
Correctly rewrite the sentence:
I love skiing hiking and snowboarding.
I love skiing, hiking, and snowboarding.
Why is conflict resolution important for communication?
It keeps disagreements from escalating while allowing both sides to express their POV.
What is the author's purpose?
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Inform
Why can't Mr. Zaino enjoy pasta or pizza?
He's gluten free
I tried to help the students quash their beef, but it was no use - they were fighting by lunchtime.
Quash - Peacefully end.
Correctly rewrite the sentence:
Even though they're dog is a pitbull, it's friendlier then most dogs.
Even though their dog is a pitbull, it's friendlier than most dogs.
Why is active listening important for communication?
It goes beyond just hearing a person, and intends to actually understand what they are saying.
What is the author's purpose?
I walked slowly down the hallway, looking for room 314 - I was so nervous for my first day, I could have puked... and I did!! I didn't even make it to the trash can, I was so embarrassed.
Entertain
What kind of car does Mr. Zaino drive?
Red Volkswagen Jetta
The groups Mr. Zaino made were completely arbitrary, so kids got reassembled with new partners all the time.
Arbitrary - random, without a pattern
Correctly rewrite the sentence:
Be careful of that dog... its baring it's fangs at you.
Be careful of that dog... it's baring its fangs at you.
Why are social norms important for communication?
They tell you how to act appropriately and what is the proper way of interacting with others in a social setting.
What is the acronym for remembering author's purpose?
P.I.E
Persuade
Inform
Entertain
How old is Mr. Zaino?
24
A lot of times, students struggle to understand authors from a long time ago - the language they use in their writing is archaic.
Archaic - old, out of fashion
Correctly rewrite the sentence:
Today is Thursday April 11 and we are in Waterbury Connecticut.
Today is Thursday, April 11, and we are in Waterbury, Connecticut.
Pick one and explain how it's a barrier to communication:
Conformity and Stereotyping
Conformity is peer pressure - it sometimes makes people do things they know are wrong for the sake of the group.
Stereotyping is prejudging based on appearance - it can lead to untrue conclusions about another person.
Why is it important to understand what an author's purpose is?
The author's purpose tells you the intent of am author - if you know the intention, you'll comprehend the work more easily and won't be misled by things like advertisements.
Who is Mr. Zaino's favorite rapper?
Kendrick Lamar