D. Roiz 06-English III Assignments
- Instructor
- Eunice Roiz
- Term
- 2020-2021
- Department
- English
- Description
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Upcoming Assignments
No upcoming assignments.
Past Assignments
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Are you coming in person today to take any exams? If you do it from home, camera must be on.
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Today there is no live session and I am not on campus. I pósted exam yesterday. Today, please enter answers into DMAC.
ENG III Semester 2 Test ID#1420381
Remember, student ID# needs to be six digits, so they may need to add zeroes in the front of their student ID#.
I have attached a video and a PDF to assist.
ENG III Semester 2 Test ID#1420381
Remember, student ID# needs to be six digits, so they may need to add zeroes in the front of their student ID#.
I have attached a video and a PDF to assist.
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Below is the English III Semester EXAM, read each question and answer with the best possible answer.
It would be a great idea to take the test and write down the answers or mark them on your test if possible. After you are done, please take the time and log into DMAC.
On question 2 it says refer to paragraph 5, it means paragraph 4. There was a typo on the test as "cheifly unpleasant" is stated at the end of paragraph 4.......thanks
You can refer back to your review for assistance.
You need to use a six digit user ID, which is your lunch ID. If your lunch ID is only five digits, ex 12345, then you add a 0----012345 and that will be your student ID. Your test ID will be: ID#
It would be a great idea to take the test and write down the answers or mark them on your test if possible. After you are done, please take the time and log into DMAC.
On question 2 it says refer to paragraph 5, it means paragraph 4. There was a typo on the test as "cheifly unpleasant" is stated at the end of paragraph 4.......thanks
You can refer back to your review for assistance.
You need to use a six digit user ID, which is your lunch ID. If your lunch ID is only five digits, ex 12345, then you add a 0----012345 and that will be your student ID. Your test ID will be: ID#
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Read each question carefully and try and answer with the best possible conclusion you have in your thoughtful minds. This is a review and the questions are from your semester exam. They are here to help you, so it would be beneficial to answer all of them. Email me with any questions.
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Read each question carefully and try and answer with the best possible conclusion you have in your thoughtful minds. This is a review and the questions are from your semester exam. They are here to help you, so it would be beneficial to answer all of them. Email me with any questions.
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Read the prompt on the coronavirus/pandemic. You will then be prompted to answer questions about the prompt and some reflection questions to finish off the assignment.
If you have any questions please email me to join the live. Have a great day.
If you have any questions please email me to join the live. Have a great day.
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Would you rather write a research paper or read a novel?
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Please watch the following videos on Covid 19 and the way it impacted the last year. Once you have watched the videos, reflect and answer the google document questions.
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Today you will take a QUIZ. Take you time and read each question carefully. Choose the best possible answer and if needed re-read the text-a copy of the PDF is provided.
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On a scale of 1 to 10, how tired are you RIGHT NOW?
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Think about your happy place, it could be the one you chose yesterday, picture it. Now that you have a mental picture of a happy place write down two senteces about your happy place using some of the five senses. What do you hear, what can you touch, do you smell anything in the air, do you taste anything (restaurant maybe/food), and feel?
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Do you know how to format a research paper in MLA format?
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Today you will read THE LEAP. After or while reading the text, you can open you google document and try to answer the questions as you follow along. Questions are due today, before the end of the day. Have a great day.
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Follow along and read all the instructions. Complete all the activities in order to receive full credit.
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Follow the link to complete your Flocabulary assignment
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Today is our last day of STAAR testing (make up exams) and there are NO LIVE SESSIONS. However, you have a simple assignment to complete. If you answer attendance question, you have til tomorrow to complete work. If you do not answer attendance question, it is due today.
QUESTION: DID YOU READ THIS?
QUESTION: DID YOU READ THIS?
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Read the following prompt on the google document and then complete the questions that follow.
If you have any questions, please email me.
If you are testing--WORRY ABOUT THE TEST.
If you are testing, let the teacher know-- so that arrangements can be made.
It is a short assignment, like the previous ones to give you a brief history of some Mexican culture.
If you have any questions, please email me.
If you are testing--WORRY ABOUT THE TEST.
If you are testing, let the teacher know-- so that arrangements can be made.
It is a short assignment, like the previous ones to give you a brief history of some Mexican culture.
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Do you like coffee, soda or tea? Tell me the drinks you drink that contain caffeine. If you don't drink those, let me know also.
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Today you will learn about Cinco de Mayo, see the video, complete the activities, and pay attention as all the questions to the Fill in Blanks, Quiz and other activities are in the nearpod.
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Read the following prompts and then follow with answering the questions. The questions are short and so will the answers, and all the answers are in the text. Please take your time and read the text.
If you have any problems with the document, please email me. I will be testing, but I will get to you as soon as I am able.
If you have any problems with the document, please email me. I will be testing, but I will get to you as soon as I am able.
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Do you know how to create an outline? Have you ever used an outline to guide you to write a paper? See example and notes below.
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1. Do you feel literature/books that are available to you are able to give an accurate representation of YOU in your reading? (These can be books you are reading in class, assigned text assignments, reading on your own time.) 2. Provide the name of two books you have read in your lifetime that you felt you could relate to and explain why you felt a connection. (Think about a book you read and felt "that was so me") 3. Why is it important for the Hispanic culture to be represented in literature for future generations?
Your assignment is to listien to the YouTube video by Rudine Sims Bishop. She talks about diversity in books, it is a short video. Once you are done, you are to answer the question above.
Do Not forget to provide the names of two books that you have read, they could have been back in 2nd grade, 7th grade or something recent.
Do Not forget to provide the names of two books that you have read, they could have been back in 2nd grade, 7th grade or something recent.
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Read the following prompt and then follow with answering the questions. The questions are short and so will the answers, and all the answers are in the text. Please take your time and read the text.
If you have any problems with the document, please email me. I will be testing, but I will get to you as soon as I am able.
If you have any problems with the document, please email me. I will be testing, but I will get to you as soon as I am able.
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Read each question carefully and choose the best possible answer.
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Read the question and provide a thought out response in the discussion board.
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Have you heard of Tori Kelley? Today's Padlet made me think of this song. I sing this out loud often to my kiddos and others....WE ALL NEED some time to ourselves once in a while...
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For today you will write two paragraphs of at least 5 sentences each for full credit. There are youtube videos, interviews, bibliographies and other reliable sources about the life and struggles that Raymond Carver had in his life and what he went through in his pursuit of his writing career.
Your challenge is to write only two paragraphs, as with the overabundance of information out there some of you could probably write much more.
These two paragraphs can include your own conclusions about the challenges he faced, but make sure you include facts that you find in your research. You can write more, but do not write less.
Your challenge is to write only two paragraphs, as with the overabundance of information out there some of you could probably write much more.
These two paragraphs can include your own conclusions about the challenges he faced, but make sure you include facts that you find in your research. You can write more, but do not write less.
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Read the questions and provide a thought out response on the discussion board.
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Did you read the story yesterday? It was short and I ended up enjoying it. If you didn't read, make time to read and do yesterday's work.
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After finishing the reading go back to paragraphs 9-11 to answer the following questions. Remember mood, the overall feeling that a story evokes in the reader, is creaated by elements such as diction (word choice ) and syntax (the arrangement of workds in sentences). These elements have an effect on your feelings about the characters and plot. So now that you have this information, help me by answering the exit ticket questions. Email me with questions or if you are in class let me know of your concerns.
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You will listen/read Everything Stuck to Him and then you will complete google document with Build Sight questions. If you come to the live, we will work on this as a class.
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Today we will review the Concept Vocabulary to the next story. Please make sure to complete every activity in order to receive full credit. If you come to class, you will be assisted in class.
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Review the making predictions PDF and then answer this discussion question. You will review the PDF to get an understanding and definition to prediction and other key terms.
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What do you think MLA stands for? Take your best guess. No penalty for wrong answers. Just answer for attendance credit.
MLA establishes values for acknowledging sources used in a research paper. It is a format you will be required to use in the years to come, as well as this last six weeks.
MLA establishes values for acknowledging sources used in a research paper. It is a format you will be required to use in the years to come, as well as this last six weeks.
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Design letterhead for yourself (you can pretend you own a business, company, etc.) using CANVA.
You can search for letterhead and several examples pop up, so you can use one and change it to add your information. Use a fake address and phone number.
You can search for letterhead and several examples pop up, so you can use one and change it to add your information. Use a fake address and phone number.
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Today you will have the whole period to take your Star Renaissance TEST. Please take your time and try your best. It will be counted as a test grade.
Please use the link below to log into your Renaissance Account or use the link on the flyer to get to the log in page.
https://global-zone50.renaissance-go.com/welcomeportal/742566
Please use the link below to log into your Renaissance Account or use the link on the flyer to get to the log in page.
https://global-zone50.renaissance-go.com/welcomeportal/742566
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YOUR MISSION is to score higher than you did the last time. This is our STAR RENAISSANCE test that determines reading levels. YOU have added more words to your vocabulary and you are wiser, smarter and stronger than you were the last time we tested. Now it's time to show it and let your score reflect your actual reading level.
Today you will have the whole period to take your Star Renaissance TEST. Please take your time and try your best. It will be counted as a test grade.
Please use the link below to log into your Renaissance Account or use the link on the flyer to get to the log in page.
Today you will have the whole period to take your Star Renaissance TEST. Please take your time and try your best. It will be counted as a test grade.
Please use the link below to log into your Renaissance Account or use the link on the flyer to get to the log in page.
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Do you have a quilt that you use or blanket? Is it special to you or not?
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Read each question carefully and then choose the best possible answer.
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The ASSIGNMENT has three parts: Students have to ensure to answer questions from all three parts. The assignment is explained below and it will be further explained in class. Some of the parts may be interconnected.Review the handout and let me know if you have any questions.
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What website do you use the most? ANY answer is correct-it's your answer. In class today, we are going to see which websites would be best to use as resources.
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After being introduced to the character of Dee, provide two (2) character traits for Dee that you believe are what she will be like for the rest of the story.
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Today you will finish reading Everyday Use. You will read the second half, starting at 13:35 until the end. While you are reading/listening to the text or after, you will answer the google doc questions provided.
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DO YOU KNOW what MLA format is? Have you EVER done anything MLA style? You may have done something like that in Dr. Cadena's class.
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Read the question and provide a thought out repsonse in the discussion.
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Today you will start to read Everyday Use. You will read the first half and stop at 13:35. While you are reading/listening to the text or after, you will answer the google doc questions provided.
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Today you will meet and get to know tha author. Read the instructions and follow along. Complete all the activities to receive full credit.
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Have you ever written a research paper?If you have, do you remember what you wrote one about?
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Read the question and provide a response in the discussion.
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Write your name and think about the question. How do you feel about this situation, if you have not experienced it, then how would you feel if it would happen to you?
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Tell me a song you’re listening to or like right now. I am into “Deja Vu” by Olivia Rodrigo 😂
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You must complete all Activities in order to receive full credit.
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Use the Timeline provided to answer the following questions. Please try and answer all questions, using a ...or IDK does not give you any credit. Email with questions.
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In this unit, you will explore the are of storytelling. Practice your storytelling skills by creating an alternate ending to "Old Man on the Bridge." Consider this statement by the narrator at the end of the story:
There was nothing to do about him.
Think about how to rewrite the story's ending so that something can be done for the old man.
Brainstorm for ways in which the narrator might help the old man. Record your two options on here.
We will discuss them today before the end of class or tomorrow at the beginning of class depending on how many responses we have.
There was nothing to do about him.
Think about how to rewrite the story's ending so that something can be done for the old man.
Brainstorm for ways in which the narrator might help the old man. Record your two options on here.
We will discuss them today before the end of class or tomorrow at the beginning of class depending on how many responses we have.
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Do you know our EPIC class code? This is the code you need when logging into www.getepic.com
qat6474
Type this code back to me to get credit. Also, write it down somewhere so you'll always have it. EPIC limits us to reading during school hours if we have the free account. Please complete assigned reading for this week.
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Type this code back to me to get credit. Also, write it down somewhere so you'll always have it. EPIC limits us to reading during school hours if we have the free account. Please complete assigned reading for this week.
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Today you will be reading Old Man at the Bridge and when you are done your assignment is to provide a summary in the handout provided. You must provide a beginning, middle and end for your summary and have the important details to the story,
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Watch the Youtube video on Why do Stories Matter and then answer the discussion qusetion. Please make sure to include your name for credit. Thank you for your participation.
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Complete all activities in order to receive full credit, we will complete nearpod in class.
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Did you come to campus today? Of course, only those testing can, but just a simple question today.
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What does the acronym STAAR stand for? Remember acronyms are capitalized and each letter represents a word. Feel free to look it up to answer the question.
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Below is the English III Unit V assessment, read each question and answer with the best possible answer. After you are done, please take the time and log into DMAC. You need to use a six digit user ID, which is your lunch ID. If your lunch ID is only five digits, ex 12345, then you add a 0----012345 and that will be your student ID. Your test ID will be: ID# 1402226
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Read "Make the Most of Your Time When Traveling" and then answer the questions on the
Google document. The questions are there to help you have an idea of what to expect on the unit assessment on Thursday. Take your time and read the questions carefully.
Google document. The questions are there to help you have an idea of what to expect on the unit assessment on Thursday. Take your time and read the questions carefully.
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Do you know about the Raza Unida and the walkout that took place here in Crystal City?
It's crazy-there was one or two spots left for a cheerleader to try it, but the Hispanic girls were told there could be no more Hispanics, so they could not try it. The "quota" had been met. Then, a requirement was that one parent had to have graduated from high school in order for a girl to try it.
It's crazy-there was one or two spots left for a cheerleader to try it, but the Hispanic girls were told there could be no more Hispanics, so they could not try it. The "quota" had been met. Then, a requirement was that one parent had to have graduated from high school in order for a girl to try it.
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How many years ago do you think this video was recorded? Video has the year in the description/comments.
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Complete this Kahoot on Poetry Unit Terms.
If you join class, we will do it live in class. You only do it independently if you do not join the live session.
If you join class, we will do it live in class. You only do it independently if you do not join the live session.
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Need to make up grades?
Complete the VOCABULARY GAME/match and the QUIZ to make up for two assignments that are missing or that you had failed.
Follow the link to complete your Flocabulary assignment
Complete the VOCABULARY GAME/match and the QUIZ to make up for two assignments that are missing or that you had failed.
Follow the link to complete your Flocabulary assignment
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Women's History Month-Person of the Day: Mother Teresa
Do you know who Mother Teresa is? See picture below and mini biographical video.
Do you know who Mother Teresa is? See picture below and mini biographical video.
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What profession does Thomas J. Henry have? See link below...
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You can use the text to answer the build insight questions in the google document provided. Please take the time to read each question and choose the best possible answer. We will review questions in class.
Have a great day and weekend.
Have a great day and weekend.
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Name a woman you think has made a big impact in our world or in history.
Then, name a woman who has impacted your life significantly.
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Then, name a woman who has impacted your life significantly.
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Today you will finish reading the story for Antojos. You will start from paragraph 28, audio 14:50 and finish the story. This is the text and audio that you can use, the PDF will also be provided for both days. After you are done make sure you answer the questions for today.
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Have you visited any of our new businesses lately? A & K Blends just opened this week. Do you know what they sell? You can find them on their business page on FB or the front page of our Zavala County Sentinel today.
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Today you will learn the vocabulary for the next short story. You will define the words, tell me how familiar you are with them, provide me with 2 synonyms and complete the sentence stems provided. I have used a PDF filler that I found online. Let me know if you have any problems with this document.
Make sure to put your name on it, so I know who to give credit to.
Make sure to put your name on it, so I know who to give credit to.
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What female has won the most Grammy Awards? She was in our Week in Rap yesterday.
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Today you will write a one page paper about Spring Break. The following questions are starters to help you start your paper: What was different this year? What were you able to do this year that you have not been able to do throughout the year? What were you not able to do this year that you did last year? What do you hope to do next year, that you were not able to do this year?
If you get stuck or do not know what to write about, write about your dream Spring Break vacation. Don't leave any details out.
If you get stuck or do not know what to write about, write about your dream Spring Break vacation. Don't leave any details out.
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Follow the link to complete your Flocabulary assignment
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Have you ever heard of Katherine Johnson? She was brilliant and there was a movie made based on the true story of events that happened in her life. Watch the trailer and answer the question.
What was she known for?
What was she known for?
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Do you know who Audrey Hepburn is? She is our Woman of the Day for today's Women's History Month warm up. She was an actress, fashion icon and humanitarian. I am a big fan of hers. SO, tell me your honest opinion of these jeans I spotted yesterday at Target. Actually, my friend posted this picture of the jeans. I used to wear some just like those in the 1990's in my high school years AND now they're back. I can't believe they're selling them again after 25 years or more since I wore them last.
1. Do you recognize Audrey Hepburn
2. What do you think of the jeans (no worries, I don't care and won't be hurt by any opinion)? Be honest. Should I try to wear them again now?
1. Do you recognize Audrey Hepburn
2. What do you think of the jeans (no worries, I don't care and won't be hurt by any opinion)? Be honest. Should I try to wear them again now?
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Do you recognize this face of Lucille Ball? This video clip is an excerpt/clip from an episdoe of I Love Lucy. Watch it and listen to her commercial, which includes persuasive language. What about the second picture? The second picture in the wife of Dr. Martin Luther King. What is her name? I included her mini biography video. You can look online to get her name. SO reply with
1. Sentence to answer: Do you recognize this face of Lucille Ball?
2. Sentence to answer: Who was Dr. Martin Luther King's wife?
1. Sentence to answer: Do you recognize this face of Lucille Ball?
2. Sentence to answer: Who was Dr. Martin Luther King's wife?
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Watch the video on Geoge Takei and then answer the Google document questions that follow. You can also answer the questions while watching the video. NO LIVE SESSION TODAY.
Email me with questions.
Email me with questions.
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Project: We will look up information on the internment camps that were here in Crystal City and create a slide show with a minimum of 5 slides. Recently, I heard there was a video on Amazon Prime about the camps here in Crystal City and there are also books,YouTube videos, pamphlets and other sources of information that you can use assist you in your research. You have today and the weekend to start looking for your sources and information, to put it together and turn it in on Monday. You can also talk to people here in the area, ask your family members about it and go see the historical landmarks around our schools. Your school is built on land where the internment camps were once housed. Let us know our history and learn from it.
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Today you will work on vocabulary for the story Farewell to Manzanar. You will will choose TWO of three words in the center circle and complete the graphic organizer.
Make sure you find the definition for the word you chose, find a synonym and antonym, draw an image, and use the word in a sentence.
Make sure you find the definition for the word you chose, find a synonym and antonym, draw an image, and use the word in a sentence.
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Do you know about Frida Kahlo? She's our WOMAN of the day today for Women's History Month.
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Who is our "Woman of the Day?" I have assigned you a book on Epic to read about her this week. I am impressed by her HIGH NOTES....almost sounds like a whistle..Listen to this one minute of her high notes...
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Read or listen to the mentor text. After you are done, complete activity.
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This unit the stories and poems are based on fear, decisions, and "the other." Today you will watch the video attached, participate in a classroom discussion board, and write about your interpretation of "the others." This song is personifying FEAR. List 3 things it specifically says fear will do or does that are examples of personification.
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March is Women's History Month. List 3 well-known women, past or present, who have done something significant, have invented something, accomplished something incredible or interesting, or that you learned about or studied before.
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For attendance today, watch the week in RAP assigned for today and answer the question. Where did NASA make a trip to recently?
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WRITING due TODAY! It's more like a journal entry in the past tense, not necessarily a formal essay.
You can write it on notebook paper and then take a picture of it and upload it. It is going to be like your rough draft. I am not looking for spelling and capitalization errors. But I am looking for how much you can write on the subject. If you can write a quarter of the page it is a 25, half the page it is a 50, three quarters of the page then it is a 75, and if it is a full page you will get a 100.Write about a time you were dishonest. Write it in the past tense and hand write it. Provide details and how it made you feel so that you can reach the goal
You can write it on notebook paper and then take a picture of it and upload it. It is going to be like your rough draft. I am not looking for spelling and capitalization errors. But I am looking for how much you can write on the subject. If you can write a quarter of the page it is a 25, half the page it is a 50, three quarters of the page then it is a 75, and if it is a full page you will get a 100.Write about a time you were dishonest. Write it in the past tense and hand write it. Provide details and how it made you feel so that you can reach the goal
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Answer this question (or answer one of these questions) in a minimum of one complete sentence.
From our Black History Month Unit, which story was most impactful to you?
Was there a famous person you learned about this month that you had not learned about?
Did you know about the Central Park Five?
Did you know about Emmett Till being lyched at age of 14 for supposedly whistling at a white woman?
Did you know what ''lynching" meant?
From our Black History Month Unit, which story was most impactful to you?
Was there a famous person you learned about this month that you had not learned about?
Did you know about the Central Park Five?
Did you know about Emmett Till being lyched at age of 14 for supposedly whistling at a white woman?
Did you know what ''lynching" meant?
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Watch the first 15 minutes of the video, understand how Jim Crow came about about and how laws were enacted in order to keep African Americans from fulfilling their rights as free individuals. When they could not keep them in their place, they started the KKK to keep them in their place with brutal treatment and beating them. Write a paragraph on your thoughts about Jim Crow and how it impacted African American lives, minimum 5 sentences.
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Central Park Five Videos and Slides
Review the slides and videos. Write a paragraph explaining what their story is-what happened to them. You will then write a reflection about what the "Central Park 5" had to go through, the injustice they faced and how discrimination played a part in this story. Give your response, there is no wrong answer, I want your opinion on this story that happened in real life.
There is a Netflix series (When They See Us) on it and it is quite sad that it actually occurred. Provide your response on the Google document provided.
Review the slides and videos. Write a paragraph explaining what their story is-what happened to them. You will then write a reflection about what the "Central Park 5" had to go through, the injustice they faced and how discrimination played a part in this story. Give your response, there is no wrong answer, I want your opinion on this story that happened in real life.
There is a Netflix series (When They See Us) on it and it is quite sad that it actually occurred. Provide your response on the Google document provided.
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Have you seen the series on Netflix, "When They See Us" about the Central Park Five? These guys were put in jail for a crime they did not commit. It was not justice. HAVE YOU SEEN THIS SERIES?
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Follow the link to complete your Flocabulary assignment
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Follow the link to complete your Flocabulary assignment
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Unit Test will be tomorrow. Be sure to complete Nearpod and preview text from test on this Nearpod.
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Be sure to read the story (passage) and answer questions to the best of your ability. We read this story in class. Read and answer questions, but then submit answers in DMAC for credit and grade. Attached is the PDF of the test (story and questions) AND a Nearpod with the audio of the story so you can follow along or read along to. It is up to you, but it is provided for you. You can read independently if you choose to. I am adding the audio for the questions. DMAC Test ID: #1382392
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ATTENDANCE QUESTION-Why is the mom shocked when she meets John? Black History Month: Sidney Poitier-filmaker/actor
This movie, "Guess Who's Coming to Dinner," was released in 1967. The film was one of the few films of the time to depict an interracial marriage in a positive light, as interracial marriage historically had been illegal in most states of the United States. It was still illegal in 17 states—mostly Southern states—until June 12, 1967, six months before the film was released.
--Watch the movie clip.
--Watch the mini bio on Sidney Poitier.
--Watch the movie clip.
--Watch the mini bio on Sidney Poitier.
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Be sure to view the mini bio video (*3 minutes and 46 seconds long) about WEB Du Bois attached here. We will be comparing him and Booker T. Washington tomorrow.
QUESTION: What does W.E.B. stand for in his name, W.E.B. Du Bois?
QUESTION: What does W.E.B. stand for in his name, W.E.B. Du Bois?
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For the next 2 days you will be working on a research assignment. In honor of black history month, you will research an African American that has made a significant impact in America.
Directions:
1. Open the excel spreadsheet to view WHO you will be researching
2. View the Sample as your guide to the essay that is due tomorrow
3. Use the graphic organizer to write down information that you will need for this assignment
Directions:
1. Open the excel spreadsheet to view WHO you will be researching
2. View the Sample as your guide to the essay that is due tomorrow
3. Use the graphic organizer to write down information that you will need for this assignment
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This month is Black History Month. Look up NAACP and tel me what that stands for...it's an acronym, like YMCA, CIA, FBI and KKK. Question: What does NAACP stand for?
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Follow the link to complete your Flocabulary assignment
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Watch the preview to "Wonder" and fill in the blank with the two words missing in the line above. Also, have you seen this movie? Let me know.
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Do you know this singer? What is her name? This is one of the songs she is most known and remembered for. She did pass away a while back. #BLACKHISTORYMONTH
Answer the questions about the singer in the music video.
1. Did you know who she was before today?
2. What is her name?
1. Did you know who she was before today?
2. What is her name?
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ATTENDANCE Monday-What does V stand for in this song? BY the way, Nat King Cole is a famous Black singer and is our Black History Month Person of the Day today.
Listen to song and answer the question: What does V stand for in the song?
L is for the way you look at me
O means you're the only one I see
V is _____ _____ ________________________________
E ........
L is for the way you look at me
O means you're the only one I see
V is _____ _____ ________________________________
E ........
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Go to website: https://www.snapple.com/real-facts
Find one FACT that you did NOT know until you read it here.
Just type out the one fact.
Find one FACT that you did NOT know until you read it here.
Just type out the one fact.
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Read/listen to The Story of an Hour by Kate Chopin. After reading complete the comprehension questions.
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Did you read the Story of an Hour? If not, do it after this...I gave you all audio and PDF, etc.
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If you had to choose one of these options for school to start AFTER Spring Break, which would you choose?
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Choose to do the writing (It Takes a Village) or the Canva (alternate ending).
There’s an African proverb that says, “It takes a village to raise a child.” Discuss how this proverb applies to “Thank You, M’am.” Start by talking about whether the story supports or contradicts the statement. Write at least 7 sentences in order to get full credit.
There’s an African proverb that says, “It takes a village to raise a child.” Discuss how this proverb applies to “Thank You, M’am.” Start by talking about whether the story supports or contradicts the statement. Write at least 7 sentences in order to get full credit.
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You will explore the question, how are we shaped by our past experiences. Follow the Nearpod to read "Thank You Ma'am." Be sure to answer all open-ended questions.
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Today we will be doing the Renaissance testing for the middle of year. It is important that you try your best because it will be counted as a test grade. We will not have AR points this year, so this is just one of the few times you will take this test. The directions are below. YOU DO NOT have to attend the live, but I will be on the entire class period in case any one has any questions or needs help with password, etc. This is STAR Renaissance TEST Day. This test must be done before the end of the day. If you have any questions, you can email me or you can log into live to let me know.
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Have you taken the STAR Renaissance Test? It is due today.
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Look up quotes by Martin Luther King, Jr. Type one out for attendance credit as a private comment.
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We read this yesterday, but feel free to re read or use the text to complete quiz.
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Read text-at live, we will listen to audio,follow along in SAVVAS. Then answer the following questions on Build Insight Sight section. Be sure to click on the notebook tab to enter answers for full credit.
# 1, #2 a, b, c, #4 a,b
# 1, #2 a, b, c, #4 a,b
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Watch the video and focus on the drama being presented in silhouettes (not one word spoken) and tell me what happened in the story we see unfold (1-2 sentences).
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List the definitions for these words (page 474):
1. garrulous
2. exasperating
3. tedious
4. monotonous
5. interminable
6. buttonholed
1. garrulous
2. exasperating
3. tedious
4. monotonous
5. interminable
6. buttonholed
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List 2 examples of onomatopoeia...see video...
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2.
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2.
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Which of the following is NOT an example of personification?
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Be sure you read or read Life on the Mississippi and then take the quiz on it. It is 10 questions.
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What are the only two ways to be counted present ? Watch video I posted in stream yesterday for the answer. NO LIVE SESSION today. We will be back to live sessions tomorrow. Have a terrific Tuesday! Get your work done.
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WHAT are the only two ways to get credit for attendance daily? Watch my Flipgrid video for answer.
In other words, how will you be counted present and NOT ABSENT daily? TWO WAYS...
In other words, how will you be counted present and NOT ABSENT daily? TWO WAYS...
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Read the text and answer the five question Google document/form.
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What distinguishes a simile from a metaphor? What is the difference between the two? Answer in one sentence.
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Today's Assignment is due by tonight at 11:59 p.m.
ASSIGNMENT: Create a design on canva.com and list ANY 10 things from 2020. It can be a playlist of songs you liked or listened to during the year, movies or shows you watched or simply words about 2020 or events that happened, things you did, etc. during 2020...here are my links to my song playlist and other examples I created in class. IT MUST BE A CANVA design. IF you submitted a list, you'll need to create it on Canva.
ASSIGNMENT: Create a design on canva.com and list ANY 10 things from 2020. It can be a playlist of songs you liked or listened to during the year, movies or shows you watched or simply words about 2020 or events that happened, things you did, etc. during 2020...here are my links to my song playlist and other examples I created in class. IT MUST BE A CANVA design. IF you submitted a list, you'll need to create it on Canva.
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My nickname is "Dina," but that is not my actual name. Yet, everyone knows me as "Dina" and not as "Eunice Bernadine." Mark Twain is a famous American author. His real name is not Mark Twain. What is his official real name (Mark Twain is his pen name or name he used or was known as)?
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Read the text and answer question 2 in the summary section. After you are done with the summary, complete the Quick Write for today.
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ATTENDANCE QUESTION: Have you ever been to the Grand Canyon or Hoover Dam? It not, would you want to? List one place you would like to visit that is not in Texas.
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Did you watch the video I posted on class stream (2020 Hits Mashup by Us the Duo)?
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Did you watch the video I posted on class stream (2020 Hits Mashup by Us the Duo)?
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After reading The Gift of Magi, make note of the SETTING of different scenes. Open the Google sheet to demonstrate your knowledge on describing the setting and describing how the characters felt at that certain point of the short story.
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Be sure to read the passages and answer questions as best you can. WRITE answers down somewhere first, but then enter in DMAC once you have all answers. DMAC will lock you out if you take too long, so do not go to DMAC until you have all answers ready. I'll add test ID code in a bit. But start on test, please. USE the PDF and not the Google Doc.
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Hashtag for each 5 paragraphs in story
Hashtag for every stanza of poem
Hashtag for every stanza of poem
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Read and complete Nearpod today by 11:59 p.m. Test is tomorrow over the text presented yesterday and today.
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This is going to help prepare you for our test on Wednesday. Be sure to complete Nearpod.
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You will write a rough draft, try to add voice--your personality should be heard somewhat in your writing.
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Please take a few minutes to watch this FLASHBACK video of a game we will play in our class for academic and ordinary language. This game is called Password and I expect you'll know how to play when we do use it for our class. Comment with two of the "passwords" from this episode with Lucille Ball and her son to get credit for this assignment. You can just watch the first 7 minutes or so to get the idea of how to play and to hear two of the "passwords" they did.
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You have til Sunday at midnight to complete this assignment for full credit.
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You may use a dictionary or online resource. Fill in chart and complete it.
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Look over these political cartoons and write a complete sentence about what we can infer from the cartoon. Use words, clues and what you already know about the topics to make a good inference.
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Follow the link to complete your Flocabulary assignment
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Follow the link to complete your Flocabulary assignment
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Read the newspaper article and then complete the questions. Each of you has a copy where you can type in your responses.
https://www.nytimes.com/2020/03/07/nyregion/nyc-schools-coronavirus.html
https://www.nytimes.com/2020/03/07/nyregion/nyc-schools-coronavirus.html
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Please answer questions and complete journal entry on your copy of this Google Slides presentation.