Distributive Property
What is the Distributive Property?
It’s the rule that lets you multiply a number by a group inside parentheses: a(b + c) = ab + ac
What is procrastination?
the act of delaying or postponing tasks
What is time management?
the ability to use one’s time effectively or productively
What does "nonfiction" mean?
writing that is true and based on real people, events, or facts
What is the smallest country in the world by land area?
Vatican City
Simplify: 3(4 + 2)
18
Name one common reason people procrastinate.
fear of failure / lack of motivation / feeling overwhelmed / perfectionism
Name one tool you can use to plan your time
a planner / calendar / to-do list / digital app
What is a memoir?
a true story written by someone about a specific experience or time in their life
Which element on the periodic table has the chemical symbol Fe?
Iron
Use the distributive property to simplify: 5(x + 3)
5x + 15
True or False: Procrastination always means someone is lazy- and state why
false because....
What’s a benefit of planning your time?
getting more done / feeling less stressed / meeting deadlines
What is one way a documentary is different from a written article?
uses video, audio, and visuals to tell the story
What language has the most native speakers worldwide?
Mandarin Chinese
Apply the distributive property: –2(3x – 7)
–6x + 14
What is one strategy to help stop procrastinating?
breaking the task into smaller parts / using a timer / setting a deadline / removing distractions
What is the difference between a "priority task" and a "non-priority task"?
priority task is more important or urgent and should be done first, while a non-priority task can wait
What features help readers understand a nonfiction graphic novel?
illustrations, captions, speech bubbles, and visual storytelling
Which artist painted the ceiling of the Sistine Chapel?
Michelangelo
Factor the expression using the distributive property: 6x + 12
6(x + 2)
How can procrastination affect your mental health or academic success?
it can increase stress, lower performance, and cause guilt or anxiety
You have a big project due in a week. Name two steps you could take today to plan your time wisely.
break the project into smaller tasks and schedule when you’ll do each part
Why might an author choose to tell a true story as a memoir, documentary, or graphic novel instead of just writing a report?
to make it more personal, visual, emotional, or engaging for the audience
What is the only mammal capable of true sustained flight?
Bats!