Transcript April 1 - Humble ISD

March 30
Warm Up: MUGShot Week 3 paragraph; create level 2 & 3
questions about the novel (1 of each)
Pearl Socratic Seminar
Introduce Adjectives
- Grammar Rock
- Notes pg. 119
- Practice pgs. 119-120
The Pearl by John Steinbeck
- continue soundtrack project & ad
DUE Wednesday
HWK: study for test tomorrow; work on
soundtrack & ad; Knowsys Quiz 21 is Thursday
This project involves creating a CD
cover. The cover must include the
following:
Front –
1.
A colorful front display with a scene
from the novella
2.
The name of the CD that relates to
one of the novel’s themes (Ex. “The
Pearl of Great Price”, “Conspiring
Fate”, etc.)
3.
The name of the band that relates to
one of the characters or symbols
(Ex. Scorpions of Evil, etc.)
Backside –
1.
The Pearl
soundtrack
A list of 10 songs
- 9 from homework (3 “Song of
Family”, 3 “Song of Evil”, 3 “Song of
the Pearl”)
- 1 original song title
Inside –
1.
1 original song with title & lyrics (15+
lines) created by the student. The lyrics
should contain thematic elements of
the novella
By John Steinbeck
March 31
Shhh… 7th & 8th grade STAAR Test
Reverse Schedule & LUNCH = 6, 7, 8
Warm Up: Knowsys Group 21 True/False,
Pearl & Verbs II Test
STAAR Guided & Independent Practice
- Persuasive techniques
The Pearl by John Steinbeck
- Continue CD Project & ad
HWK: finish soundtrack & ad – due tomorrow!
Group 21 Quiz Thursday
Persuasive Texts
Notes: Write
what is written in
RED.
Sometimes an author will write to persuade an
audience of his or her opinion.
Author’s argument – the way an author
presents an opinion in writing
Persuasion – a way to change how a reader
thinks, acts, or feels about something
In science or social studies texts, authors must
support their claims with reasons and evidence.
FACT or OPINION?
Notes: Write what
is written in RED.
In persuasive text, it is important to distinguish (determine the
difference) between these two types of statements.
Fact
- Statement that can be proved
to be true or false
Opinion
Examples: (copy one)
There are fifty states in the
United States of America.
- Statement that cannot be
proved
- Not everyone will agree
Examples: (copy one)
Hawaii is the best state in
which to live.
The capital of America is
Washington, D.C.
Spring is the best time to visit
Washington, D.C.
Propaganda
Techniques
Notes: Write what
is written in RED
on to your
propaganda notes.
- Bias – the writer is prejudiced toward one
point of view and tries to sway the reader to
accept it
- Propaganda techniques – ways that a writer
can use bias to convince the reader of a
certain point of view
Another type of propaganda:
Inclusion or avoidance of particular facts –
mentioning only facts that will help to persuade
people to your opinion
Read the following and
distinguish fact from opinion:
Think about the great health benefits of fruit. Fruit is made of
80 percent water, and water is needed for healthy bodies. Fruit
has no “bad cholesterol,” which is also very good news for our
bodies. On the other hand, many other foods do contain “bad
cholesterol.” Many people say that fruit is good brain food and
that it helps people think more clearly. Fruit also contains fiber.
Fiber is good for digestion. Fruit always makes people feel
better, too.
Facts
Opinions
- 80% water
- Bodies need water
- No “bad” cholesterol
- Contains fiber for digestion
- Good brain food
- Think more clearly
- Makes people feel better
Left out: fruit has sugars; some people have allergies
Read the following and identify
the author’s argument:
In 1967, a man named Steve Juneau came up with an idea to promote the
city of Gonzales, Louisiana. He loved how area cooks prepared jambalaya.
Jambalaya is a tasty Cajun-Creole dish with a delicious blend of meats and
flavors. Why not use this dish to draw people to Gonzales? That’s how the
annual Jambalaya Festival came to be. In 1968, the governor of Louisiana
named Gonzales the “Jambalaya Capital of the World.” That same year, the
first festival was held. Thirteen cooks competed for the title of “World
Jambalaya Cooking Champion.” About 15,000 people attended the festival.
There were pots of jambalaya, a carnival for the children, and live music.
Everyone had a wonderful time. Over time, the festival grew in popularity
and reputation. One recent festival drew more than 50,000 people.
Facts
Loaded Language
- Names of people & places
- Dates
- Numbers of people
- tasty
- delicious
- wonderful time
Argument: The festival was a terrific idea and a great success.
Guided Practice
Page 154
Read the paragraph with your small group. Then
answer the questions that follow. You may talk
about your answers, but each person should record
his or her own response. We will review as a class.
Page 155
On your own, read the paragraph and answer the
questions that follow. When everyone is done, talk
about your answers. We will review as a class.
Independent Practice
Page 156-157
Read the paragraph and answer the three (3)
questions in the margin as you read. For #3,
underline or highlight the words and phrases.
Then answer the four (4) questions on the other
side of the page.
Place your paper in the purple basket when your
are finished.
April 1
Warm-up: Group 21 Short Answer
Turn in
Pearl
Soundtrack
STAAR Guided
Practice
- “Co-ed Conflict,”
persuasive: prove
with text evidence,
explanation &
inference
Adjectives
Articles &
Demonstratives
- Ppt practice
- Practice pgs. 121-122
HWK: Study for Group 21 Quiz tomorrow!
April 2
Warm Up: Knowsys Group 21 Quiz; intro Group 22
Adjectives That Compare
- Flocabulary video
- ppt practice
- Independent Practice pgs. 123-124
STAAR Independent Practice
- “Should Columbus Day be Renamed?” persuasive
- Prove with text evidence, explanation, & inference
Poetry (quiz next Friday)
- Lit. Text: pgs. 578-9 (answer Qs) AND 580-583 (answer Qs)
- (rework & revise): Where I’m From, Prepositional,
Brush Stroke, Found Poem
Have a Happy Easter!
April 3
March 28
Spring Holiday