Unit 2 Vocab
Fill in the blank with vocabulary from Unit 2.
We will _____ my friend's birthday with a small party this weekend.
celebrate
My mom and dad like to go fishing, camping, and swimming.
Simple or Compound?
Simple sentence
Complete the sentence with the correct verb tenses.
The doorbell____(ring) while I_____(take) a shower.
The doorbell rang while I was taking a shower.
I pressed the button and after a few seconds the door opened. I stepped inside and pressed a button with the number 10 on it. The door closed. Then, I felt the floor was moving up.
Where am I?
Steel is a very important metal which is used for many things. In the the United States the automobile industry uses the most steel. Steel is used in putting up buildings. Cans and containers are made from steel. Steel is used to make farm and factory machines.
What is the Main Idea?
Steel is used for many purposes.
Fill in the blank with vocabulary from Unit 2.
I find the _____ of ancient civilizations fascinating, especially how they built their cities and created their traditions.
history
Which FANBOYS should be used in this sentence?
He tried to jump over the fence, ___ his pants got caught.
Complete the sentence with the correct verb tenses.
I _____ (wear) headphones, so I _____ (not hear) the fire alarm.
I was wearing headphones, so I did not hear the fire alarm.
I waited patiently for my dinner to be brought to the table. All of our food was carried over on a big, round tray. Lots of other families were eating dinner, also. When we were through, Dad left the waitress a big tip.
Where am I?
A restaurant
I always have trouble flying a kite. For a kite to fly, the weather needs to be good and windy. If there is no wind, the kite will never fly. You need to find a spacious place to fly your kite. It is dangerous to fly your kite near roads, power lines or an airport.
What is the main idea?
Flying a kite is hard.
What does it mean to join or be involved in an activity, event, or group with others?
to take part in
Join the two sentences with FANBOYS to create a compound sentence.
The boys ate the pepperoni pizza. They didn't like the olive pizza.
The boys ate the pepperoni pizza, for they didn't like the olive pizza.
Complete the sentence with the correct verb tense.
Joseph_____(drive) too fast, that's why he____(have) a car accident.
Joseph drove too fast, that's why he had a car accident.
Akia was riding home in the car with her mom after school. She could barely keep her eyes open. Her mom was talking to her about her day and asking her questions, but she hardly heard anything she said. Before she knew it, she opened her eyes and they were pulling up to her house.
How was Akia feeling?
She was tired and sleepy.
Homemade pizza is delicious. First, make the dough from flour, water, and yeast. After that, begin making the tomato sauce. Next, add any vegetables you like. Then, bake it in the oven. After a short time, the kitchen begins to smell delicious. Soon, it’s ready to eat!
What is the main idea?
How to make homemade pizza
Use the word tradition in a sentence.
Example:
There are many traditions that my family follows during the Lunar New Year.
Join the two sentences with FANBOYS to create a compound sentence.
John kept arguing with Matthew, ___ he had to leave the room and go for a walk.
John kept arguing with Matthew, so he had to leave the room and go for a walk.
Complete the sentence with the correct verb tense.
While I _____ (type) my report, the electricity _____ (go) out.
While I was typing my report, the electricity went out.
Alex was in a hurry to get home to watch football. He was driving over the speed limit when suddenly, he heard a siren and saw flashing lights, "No! Please not now," he thought.
What do you think is happening?
A police officer is pulling him over and he will get a speeding ticket. He will probably miss part of the football game that he wanted to watch.
During recess, I always go to the library because there are a lot of amazing books there. I love reading. As it is quiet, it lets me concentrate and think about different things. The librarian is really nice and friendly too. She gives me candies all the time.
What is the main idea?
The library is my favorite place.
Use the word the ground in a sentence.
My sandwich fell on the ground.
Finish the compound sentence.
Field trips are fun...
Example:
Field trips are fun, and we should go on them more often.
Complete the sentence with the correct verb tense.
Michael _____ (fall) asleep in class last Thursday because he ____ (is) bored.
Michael fell asleep in class last Thursday because he was bored.
Damien enjoys school but he thinks math is too difficult. He had a final test on Wednesday. Damien and his family went out to dinner on Friday. His family members kept telling him they are so proud of him.
Why do you think they went out to dinner?
Damien got a good grade on his math final test. His family members took him out to celebrate his good grades and congratulate him on studying hard.
You can go swimming, diving and even build your dream house using sand. If you don’t like any of those activities, you can play volleyball with your friends. Another good thing to do on the beach is to lie down on the sand and sunbathe. You will get a nice tan.
What is the main idea?
The beach is the perfect place to have fun and relax.