current events, reading and vocabulary expansion 1a
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Current Events, Reading and Vocabulary Expansion 1a. Ursula Hamner February 9, 2010. Tuesday’s Agenda. Warm Up Quiz Text Word Parts Homework. What is paraphrasing? Groups should write 1 paraphrase for each of the sentences below - PowerPoint PPT PresentationTRANSCRIPT
Ursula HamnerFebruary 9, 2010
Warm Up Quiz Text Word Parts Homework
What is paraphrasing? Groups should write 1 paraphrase for
each of the sentences below In hopes of striking it rich, gemstone
miners endure the harsh Outback environment.
The community takes a liberal attitude toward this behavior.
“Locked Away” from Upfront Questions? Short quiz
“Coober Pedy” p3 Review Reading Comprehension p5
Step 1 Vocabulary – work together
““UNDERSTANDING PHILLY’S UNDERSTANDING PHILLY’S BASEMENT”BASEMENT” Before you read 82 Reading strategy: Previewing and
predicting Make a prediction Read p8 Reading Comprehension p10
WORD PARTS
TEN and TAIN mean _________ Common word part that can be connected to
common words Example sentence:
The children in this picture are being contentious.
Vocabulary Journal on Wiki 5 words for today Example sentences must be your own
words Use words that you run into naturally
Paraphrase: Choose 3 sentences to paraphrase Use “Understanding Philly’s Basement” Paraphrase on a separate paper Write the original sentence first
Read “Understanding Philly’s Basement” Reading Comprehension p10 Vocabulary p11
REVIEW HW: READING JOURNAL
Work in groups to share your journal Discuss your personal reaction Give your recommendations (positive or
negative) Do not read the article or your HW You may skim before beginning the
discussion
Warm Up: Dr. Seuss Timed Reading HW Paraphrase Review Text HW Answers HW
This is a Dr. Seuss classic Listen for overall meaning What is special about the author’s
style? Reading this repeatedly can help
fluency
Read the articled “Jane Has an Accident”
Use the time on the screen Write the time you start and finish When you finish writing your time,
answer the questions on the back Do not reread the article!
HW REVIEW: UP FRONT PARAPHRASING Separate into groups Read 2 of your paraphrases Group should scan for the original quote Check to see if you got the right quote
Review answers to HW C Vocabulary p12 D Action and Assumption p13
Before you read p16 Read “The Power of Branding”
Vocabulary journal (should have 15 words by Tuesday)
Reading journal Reread “The Power of Branding”
Comprehension questions (underline answers)