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Ideal Semester
The Teen Brain
Speaking Practice
100
What does ELD stand for?
English Language Development
100
What does "community" mean?
Possible answers:
A group of people who live in the same area
A group of people who have shared history or common interests
A feeling of wanting to be with a certain group of people
100
What does the word "ideal" mean?
Ideal means the best for you or your the best possible
100
Use the language pattern 1 and 2 on page 18 to describe the prefrontal cortex.
Example:
We use our prefrontal cortex to make logical decisions. It isn't done developing until age 25.
100
Say what you would say in the following situation.
Your teacher needs help passing out papers and you want to help. What would you say to your teacher?
Examples:
"Can I help you pass out the papers?"
"Ms. do you need help with passing out the papers?"
200
What are the 4 language skills that you will be tested on in the ELPAC?
Listening, Speaking, Reading, and Writing
200
What is an example of a classroom norm?
Examples:
We promise to be respectful.
We expect each other to listen.
We promise to participate in class.
200
What is one of the areas of an ideal classroom? What is it used for? (page 3-4)
Example:
In an ideal classroom, there is a quiet zone. We use it to take a quick break.
200
Use language pattern 3 and 4 on page 18 to describe the limbic system.
Example:
We use our limbic system to take risks. It develops between 10 and 12 years old.
200
Listen to the situation and say what you would say.
You want to study for a math test with your friend at the library. What would you way to your friend?
Examples:
"Do you want to study at the library for the math test?"
"Let's go to the library to study for our math test."
300
What does it mean to be bilingual?
Speaking and understanding two languages
300
Name one of the global competency skills from unit 1. (page 16)
investigate the world, recognize perspectives, take action, communicate ideas
300
What is one component of an ideal friendship? What is an example of this component? (page 6-7)
Example:
In an ideal friendship, there should be trust. That means we are there for each other.
300
Use 2 or more language patterns from page 20 to describe the striatum.
Example:
People use their striatum to learn from their environment. In the teenage brain, the striatum is highly sensitive to rewards.
300
What are the students doing and how do you know?
Examples: The students are doing an experiment because they are wearing lab coats and safety goggles.
The students are doing an experiment in science class because the girl is looking through a microscope.
400
What are some benefits of being bilingaul?
Various answers but some examples: having better memory, developing critical thinking, being able to translate, building reading comprehension, better education and job opportunities
400
Why is goal setting important? How does it help you to set goals?
Example:
Goal setting is an important skill you can use in life. It helps you stay on track.
400
What is something you want to do to improve your self care? How will it help you take care of your mind, emotions, or body?
I will take care of my _______ by _________. That will help me ________.
(page 10)
Example:
I will take care of my body by going to bed an hour earlier. That will help me concentrate better.
400
Use pattern 1a or 1b AND pattern 2 on pages 22 and 23 to describe a benefit of the teen brain.
Example:
A drive for exploration can be a benefit for teenagers. It helps them learn about the world.
400
What are the girls doing? How do you know?
Examples:
The girls are painting a sign for school. I know because they have paintbrushes and big poster paper.
The girls are making a sign. I know because they are painting drawings with paintbrushes.
500
What does biliteracy mean?
Being fluent in speaking, listening, reading, and writing in two languages
500
What does translanguaing mean? (unit 1, page 28)
When we think in more than one language and switch between languages
500
Describe your ideal semester and give an example of something you can do to achieve it. (page 12-13)
My ideal semester will be ________. I would _______ so I could ________.
Example:
My ideal semester will be relaxed. I would use my planner to stay organized and not be stressed.
500
Use pattern 1a and pattern 2 OR pattern 1b and pattern 2 from pages 24 or 25 to describe how you can sue the logical or emotional part of the brain.
Example:
I can use the risk-taking part of my brain to be more brave. I will participate more in class.
500
Give your opinion about the following topic and give 2 reasons to support it.
Your school is deciding on the next field trip. The options are an aquarium or visiting an art museum. Which do you think would be better and why?
Example:
The aquarium would be better because it's more fun to see real animals and we could learn about the ocean.