Vocabulary
You might use this word to describe a character in a story that seems scary, but upon further inspection you realize he is harmless.
What's wrong with this sentence?
In the story about the little girl who travels through the mysterious forest to visit her grandmother with a basket full of goodies.
Some bugs serve a valuable purpose in our ecosystem.
Is this --- Claim, Evidence, or Reasoning?
Claim
In the cold, dark air-cabin astronauts peer through small windows. The view is unlike any other most of us will have the privilege of taking in. In the distance, a blue and green orb floats weightless in the great expanse. Though some astronauts are housed in this 400 sq feet space station for months, looking out the windows never grows old.
descriptive
Where will you be taking your LEAP test?
*answers may vary
Library OR Ms. Nesom's Room
You might use this word to describe the idea an inventor has which ends up bringing him a great deal of fortune.
lucrative
What's wrong with this sentence?
Wizards and Witches are similar in the way they possess magical abilities; however, they are drastically different in how cool they are, and many people think only boys can be wizards but that is just not true.
run-on
For example, some insects are pollinators and others work to break down waste material.
Is this--- Claim, Evidence, or Reasoning?
evidence
Many students have been getting low scores on tests and this is upsetting to parents, teachers, and students. Low test scores show that teachers aren’t teaching effectively or that students aren’t learning. Either way it’s an issue with which we are concerned. I propose the following: any teacher who is giving a test should pay students $50 per LEAP session. Maybe by giving students extra opportunities to make money, we can improve students’ test scores.
Problem and Solution
What is the order of the ELA LEAP tests next week? Include the days.
Tuesday - Test 1
Wednesday - Tests 2 & 3
You might use this word to describe a person from history who must put emotions aside and use the resources available to find the best solution a problem
pragmatic
What's wrong with this sentence?
The LEAP test is next week; Make sure to go to sleep early the night before each exam.
capital letter after semicolon
Without bugs to help our plants grow, we would not have food to eat. Additionally, without other bugs to improve decomposition, we would be swimming in our own filth.
Is this--- Claim, Evidence, or Reasoning?
reasoning
In March 1765, the Stamp Act was passed. After much protest, the act was repealed in March 1766. Then in June of 1767, the Townshend Acts were passed, which placed import taxes on paint, glass, lead, paper, and tea. Following these new taxes, protests spread throughout the colonies. Finally, in April 1770, the Townshend Acts were repealed. All taxes on imports were repealed except for tea. Then in May 1773, the Tea Act took effect.
chronological
Why should you read the intro/background/focus before the passages?
Be specific.
To get an idea of what the story will be about and know what you are looking for as you read
If two characters are very similar, but have slight differences, you could use this word.
subtle
What's wrong with this sentence?
"The cows and chickens escaped from the castle." (Smith).
extra period inside the sentence
Living in space is very different from living on Earth. On Earth we experience gravity, which is the force that pulls things towards Earth. However, in space gravity is much weaker. On Earth objects stay where they are put, while in space objects float unless they are tied down. If you throw a ball on Earth, gravity will make the ball drop back to the ground. In space, though, the ball would continue to move without falling. On Earth, water flows out of the faucet and into a glass. However, in space water would flow out a faucet and float in the air. On Earth, you might shake salt and pepper onto your meal, but in space these grains would float away.
compare and contrast
Quick. Make a sentence with 3 different vocabulary words and a semicolon off the top of your head, go!
answers will vary
Use this word to describe a character who sets out to destroy something another character is working on.
sabotage
When Ms. Lemoine encourages sentence variety she notes that with semicolons and dashes you shouldn't overdo it. Explain what that means.
Too many dashes/semicolons causes them to lose their power. It becomes obnoxious.
ANSWER THE PROMPT!
Many people think that they can get sick by going into cold weather improperly dressed; however, illnesses are not caused by temperature- they are caused by germs. So while shivering outside in the cold probably won’t strengthen your immune system, you’re more likely to contract an illness indoors because you will have a greater exposure to germs.
Cause and Effect
Quick, use an evidence based claim to describe wizards. Include a vocabulary word! Go!
Answers will vary.