Grammar Genius
The terribly, tall professor talked with his superb students inside the classroom on Mulberry Street.
What are the adjectives in this sentence?
Terribly, tall, superb, Mulberry
Spell the day of the week that comes after Friday.
SATURDAY
Rollerblading is one of the best ways to enjoy the outdoors while still getting healthy exercise. Rollerblading builds your leg muscles and helps with balance to ensure a strong lower body. While skateboarding can also build muscles, you are much more likely to endure a life-long injury skateboarding than rollerblading. As long as you wear all the necessary pads and a helmet, rollerblading is a much safer option and can help avoid potential injuries. If you want to enjoy the warm weather while building your leg strength and core balance, rollerblading is the way to go!
What is the author's perspective in this passage? How does your perspective compare?
The author believes rollerblading is a much better choice of exercise than skateboarding. It is safer and provides the opportunity to build muscles while also enjoying the outdoors.
**personal perspective can vary --- My perspective is similar to the author's because.... OR My perspective is the opposite of the author's because...**
After reading the prompt on a TDA, the first part of your writing that you want to complete is.....
Restate the question or claim.
As Kammi woke up, she remembered that it was the morning of her birthday. She was giddy with excitement as she thought about all the things she was going to do that day.
Using context clues to help you, what does "giddy" mean in this passage?
Thrilled
Mrs. Breuer likes to makes jokes with her students.
What is the possessive pronoun and corresponding antecedent in this sentence?
her - possessive pronoun
Mrs. Breuer - antecedent
Spell the word that is the antonym of son.
DAUGHTER
Granny Fox wanted Reddy Fox to learn to run across the railroad bridge, but Reddy was scared. So Granny Fox cried out that she heard Bowser the Hound coming toward them. Reddy was even more scared of Bowser the Hound, so he followed Granny across the bridge. But Bowser had not been there at all. Granny had tricked Reddy Fox into running across the bridge!
What is the author's purpose of this passage?
To entertain
When writing a TDA, you should have ____(number) of paragraphs.
3 paragraphs (reasons) or 5 for total including opening claim and conclusion sentence.
Kenny's older brother Jeff always makes straight A's at school. Jeff keeps his room clean, eats all of his vegetables, and does his chores without being asked. Jeff makes Kenny feel inadequate.
Using context clues to help you, what does "inadequate" mean in this passage?
not good enough
Antarctica is the only continent in the world without a human population.
Name the nouns in this sentence.
Spell that name of the planet that is the closest to the SUN.
MERCURY
What is a theme of this passage?
Friendship
Treating others how you want to treated
Being a good friend
Good friends are hard to find
What are two examples of transition words that you should include when writing?
First, Next, Last
Additionally, Furthermore, Overall
Finally, Lastly,
Roger always does his homework as soon as he gets off the bus. He double checks to make sure he has all his materials before he leaves school, he takes good notes while the teacher is talking, and he works hard to get ready for his tests on Friday. Roger is very studious.
Using context clues to help you, what does "studious" mean in this passage?
responsible with his studies
On your white board, write the sentence correctly with proper punctuation/grammar/spelling. Make sure to write neatly to ensure all points are earned.
"Will you please tell Ava that she can play with her friend after school?" asked Mrs. Tuttle.
Spell the word indicated below.
Sally's mom has both a mother and a father. She calls her mom's mom Grandmother and her mom's dad "____"
GRANDFATHER
African elephants are some of the smartest animals in the world. They form close friendships with each other and with humans. They communicate with each other, help each other, and play with each other. They feel both happiness and sorrow. They cry when they are sad. If a friend is sad, an elephant will offer gentle touches with its trunk as comfort. If there is danger, elephants warn each other by stamping their feet on the ground. Other elephants can feel the ground movement with their feet even if they are twenty miles away.
What is the author's purpose of this passage?
To inform
The main paragraphs of your TDA writing should include each of these 3 things.
You MUST name ALL 3 to get all points.
1. Your reason or answer to the question
2. Text Evidence from the passage or story
3. Your "I say" statement or analysis of why that reason matters.
The thought of eating a rat is ABHORRENT to most people.
Based on the sentence above, what does the word ABHORRENT mean?
horrible
Using your white board, write the sentence correctly with proper punctuation/grammar/spelling. Make sure to write neatly to earn all points.
The director stated, "I will be hiring all elves for positions at the North Pole."
Spell the number that comes directly after 1,099 in word form.
One thousand one hundred OR eleven hundred
Ash and Knox were heading down the creek to meet up with a large group of boys from their baseball team. One of the older boys invited Knox to come with them to the lake on the other side of the creek. Knox looked back at his friend Ash who was red-faced and staring down at his feet. He didn't hear the other boys invite Ash to come with them. "No thanks, I'll stay with Ash this time!" Knox yelled back at them as they headed toward the lake. Ash looked up at his friend in shock, then smiled back at him. "Thanks for staying with me," he grinned.
What can you infer about Ash's feelings after the other boys invited Knox to come to the lake? What text evidence can you use to support your answer?
Ash felt embarrassed/ashamed (red-faced) or sad/depressed/worried (looking at this feet).
How does Dory's character change throughout Finding Nemo? Give 3 examples from the story of how Dory's character changes over time. Use text evidence from the story to support your answer.
**Write on your white board - Write an opening statement for this claim on your board. Be sure to include proper punctuation and spelling for all points**
Answers may differ.
EXAMPLE: Dory's character changes in many ways throughout Finding Nemo.
Petra has so many friends because she is a GREGARIOUS person.
Based on the sentence above, what does the word GREGARIOUS mean?
1. friendly and outgoing