Here are your assignments for the week of April 29 to May 3, 2024
Monday (4/29)
1st period-Introduction to Murder and Mystery Learning Module. Complete Quickwrite 93 under the section: An Introduction to Roald Dahl (in your Digital Journal). See the example in the learning module if you need help. In class, we watched "Roald Dahl: Behind the News," and "Roald Dahl: From Books to Film." Students placed interesting facts and influential events about Roald Dahl in the graphic organizer they created in QW 93.
4th/5th period-Outdoor picnic lunch.
6th/7th period-Soap Box Derby working stations. Click here to access the Advertisement Work Groups.
Quickwrite
Chose ONE question to answer.
1. How do you know whether or not you can trust someone?
2. Tell me about a time when you felt as though you were in danger?
Quickwrite
Read "How Taxidermy Works" by Charles W. Bryant and answer the following questions.
1. What is taxidermy?
2. How does taxidermy work?
Resource: https://adventure.howstuffworks.com/outdoor-activities/hunting/game-handling/taxidermy.htm
Review the Quizlet vocabulary set for "The Landlady." (To learn about Roald Dahl, we are going to read one of his horror stories called: "The Landlady." Your next test and project will be over this story.)
Log into CommonLit, read "The Landlady," and complete the after reading questions. Feel more than free to use any of the features (read aloud, translate, etc.) in CommonLit while reading the story. I have activated Guided Reading Mode to ensure you comprehend sections of the story before arriving to the after reading questions. (Thank me later.)
(Tip: Open the pdf of "The Landlady" and read along to EAIH's dramatic reading of the story. If you use the link below, reading the story will take you 19 minutes. If you are unable to view the video, click here or use this link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BFWBsMeIYlM. After reading the story with the YouTube video, log into CommonLit, answer the Guided Reading Mode questions, and then complete the after reading questions. The score you receive will be entered into Infinite Campus.)
Synopsis: In the short story, "The Landlady," a boy named Billy Weaver needs to find lodging in Bath, England. He goes to a boardinghouse. The landlady is an odd woman who compels Billy Weaver to stay with her at the boardinghouse. As the story progresses, clues are given as to the whereabouts of previous guests on the fourth floor. The reader deepens his/her understanding of the fate of the other guests, and the possibilities that may lie ahead for Billy.
1st period-Introduction to Murder and Mystery Learning Module. Complete Quickwrite 93 under the section: An Introduction to Roald Dahl (in your Digital Journal). See the example in the learning module if you need help. In class, we watched "Roald Dahl: Behind the News," and "Roald Dahl: From Books to Film." Students placed interesting facts and influential events about Roald Dahl in the graphic organizer they created in QW 93.
4th/5th period-Outdoor picnic lunch.
6th/7th period-Soap Box Derby working stations. Click here to access the Advertisement Work Groups.
Quickwrite
Chose ONE question to answer.
1. How do you know whether or not you can trust someone?
2. Tell me about a time when you felt as though you were in danger?
Quickwrite
Read "How Taxidermy Works" by Charles W. Bryant and answer the following questions.
1. What is taxidermy?
2. How does taxidermy work?
Resource: https://adventure.howstuffworks.com/outdoor-activities/hunting/game-handling/taxidermy.htm
Review the Quizlet vocabulary set for "The Landlady." (To learn about Roald Dahl, we are going to read one of his horror stories called: "The Landlady." Your next test and project will be over this story.)
Log into CommonLit, read "The Landlady," and complete the after reading questions. Feel more than free to use any of the features (read aloud, translate, etc.) in CommonLit while reading the story. I have activated Guided Reading Mode to ensure you comprehend sections of the story before arriving to the after reading questions. (Thank me later.)
(Tip: Open the pdf of "The Landlady" and read along to EAIH's dramatic reading of the story. If you use the link below, reading the story will take you 19 minutes. If you are unable to view the video, click here or use this link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BFWBsMeIYlM. After reading the story with the YouTube video, log into CommonLit, answer the Guided Reading Mode questions, and then complete the after reading questions. The score you receive will be entered into Infinite Campus.)
Synopsis: In the short story, "The Landlady," a boy named Billy Weaver needs to find lodging in Bath, England. He goes to a boardinghouse. The landlady is an odd woman who compels Billy Weaver to stay with her at the boardinghouse. As the story progresses, clues are given as to the whereabouts of previous guests on the fourth floor. The reader deepens his/her understanding of the fate of the other guests, and the possibilities that may lie ahead for Billy.
Here are your assignments for the week of April 20-24, 2024
Monday (4/22)
Announcements-This is the last week of GAMS Testing (Tuesday-Science (Sections 1 &2), Wednesday-Math (Section 1), Thursday-Math (Section 2), Friday-Social Studies (Sections 1& 2). After testing, we're going to celebrate by putting up a few tents on the hill and order food from Sleepy Potato Food Truck (menu coming soon). Bring your blankets for a picnic-style lunch. If you plan on going to the 8th Grade Farewell Dance, you can purchase tickets until May 1, 2024. 8th Grade Honors Ceremony is 5/3/2024 at 9:00 a.m. 8th Grade Farewell Dance is also 5/3/2024. All Six Flags tickets and seats have been sold (Buses 1, 2, & 3 are full). Six Flags STEM Day is 5/10/2024.
All periods-If you haven't already, your class will receive an introduction to M.U.V.E. education and Mission US. Students will create an account and select a mission to play. Afterwards, learners will create a plot diagram of their mission and complete the Game Analysis Reflection (see below). Students should complete the mission, plot diagram, and Game Analysis Reflection by 4/30/2024.
Reflection 92-Mission US Game Analysis and Reflection (will be visible 4/23/2024).
How to get started?
Homework-None
Before beginning your mission:
Help from Mr. Reed: If you want to succeed in this mission ("No Turning Back"), consider watching Pamela's Part-by-Part Guide to "No Turning Back" for insight from an expert. In these short video commentaries, Pamela Walker, an associate professor of African American history at Texas A&M, gives her take on each part of Mission US: No Turning Back. Students who play Mission US's educational interactive, step into the role of fictional young people who face realistic challenges based upon history. In "No Turning Back," players become Verna Baker, an African American teen who becomes part of the 1960s civil rights movement in Mississippi.
Tuesday(4/23)
Announcements-This is the last week of GAMS Testing (Tuesday-Science (Sections 1 &2), Wednesday-Math (Section 1), Thursday-Math (Section 2), Friday-Social Studies (Sections 1& 2). After testing, we're going to celebrate by putting up a few tents on the hill and order food from Sleepy Potato Food Truck (menu coming soon). Bring your blankets for a picnic-style lunch. If you plan on going to the 8th Grade Farewell Dance, you can purchase tickets until May 1, 2024. 8th Grade Honors Ceremony is 5/3/2024 at 9:00 a.m. 8th Grade Farewell Dance is also 5/3/2024. All Six Flags tickets and seats have been sold (Buses 1, 2, & 3 are full). Six Flags STEM Day is 5/10/2024.
9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.- Science GAMS Section 1 & 2
4th period- 12:00 p.m. -12:55 p.m.
5th period- 1:00 p.m. - 2:15 p.m.
6th period-2:20 p.m. - 2:55 p.m.
7th period-3:00 p.m. - 3:55 p.m.
Homework-None.
Wednesday(4/24)
Announcements-This is the last week of GAMS Testing (Wednesday - Math (Sections 1), Thursday-Math (Section 2), Friday-Social Studies (Sections 1& 2). After testing, we're going to celebrate by putting up a few tents on the hill and order food from Sleepy Potato Food Truck (menu coming soon). Bring your blankets for a picnic-style lunch. If you plan on going to the 8th Grade Farewell Dance, you can purchase tickets until May 1, 2024. 8th Grade Honors Ceremony is 5/3/2024 at 9:00 a.m. 8th Grade Farewell Dance is also 5/3/2024. All Six Flags tickets and seats have been sold (Buses 1, 2, & 3 are full). Six Flags STEM Day is 5/10/2024.
9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.-Math GAMS (Section 1)
3rd-1:00 p.m. - 1:45 p.m.
5th-1:50 p.m. - 2:55 p.m.
7th -3:00 p.m. - 3:55 p.m.
7th period-Continue working on your selected mission in Mission US.
Homework-None.
Thursday(4/25)
Announcements-This is the last week of GAMS Testing (Thursday-Math/Section 2 and Friday-Social Studies/Sections 1& 2). After testing, we're going to celebrate by putting up a few tents on the hill and order food from Sleepy Potato Food Truck (menu coming soon). Bring your blankets for a picnic-style lunch. If you plan on going to the 8th Grade Farewell Dance, you can purchase tickets until May 1, 2024. 8th Grade Honors Ceremony is 5/3/2024 at 9:00 a.m. 8th Grade Farewell Dance is also 5/3/2024. Six Flags STEM Day is 5/10/2024. 8th Grade Team Day is 5/16/2024 ($25 due by 5/9). (Click here to view the list of students attending Six Flags STEM Day and the 8th Grade Team Day.)
Heads up: Remember, our GAMS picnic has been rescheduled to this Monday. The PTSA will also treat us to popsicles for our March Madness win. Bring your suntan/sunblock, water bottles, and blankets.
9:00 a.m. - 11:55 a.m.-Math GAMS (Section 2)
12:00 p.m. -12:55-Lunch
2nd-1:00 p.m. - 1:45 p.m.
4th-1:50 p.m. - 2:55 p.m.
6th -3:00 p.m. - 3:55 p.m.
4th/6th period-Introduction to Murder and Mystery Learning Module.
Homework-None.
Announcements-This is the last week of GAMS Testing (Tuesday-Science (Sections 1 &2), Wednesday-Math (Section 1), Thursday-Math (Section 2), Friday-Social Studies (Sections 1& 2). After testing, we're going to celebrate by putting up a few tents on the hill and order food from Sleepy Potato Food Truck (menu coming soon). Bring your blankets for a picnic-style lunch. If you plan on going to the 8th Grade Farewell Dance, you can purchase tickets until May 1, 2024. 8th Grade Honors Ceremony is 5/3/2024 at 9:00 a.m. 8th Grade Farewell Dance is also 5/3/2024. All Six Flags tickets and seats have been sold (Buses 1, 2, & 3 are full). Six Flags STEM Day is 5/10/2024.
All periods-If you haven't already, your class will receive an introduction to M.U.V.E. education and Mission US. Students will create an account and select a mission to play. Afterwards, learners will create a plot diagram of their mission and complete the Game Analysis Reflection (see below). Students should complete the mission, plot diagram, and Game Analysis Reflection by 4/30/2024.
Reflection 92-Mission US Game Analysis and Reflection (will be visible 4/23/2024).
How to get started?
- Create an account by filling out all fields (Suggestion: use your S# and current Chromebook password).
- Click play. (You do not have to print out your username and password; it's optional).
- Select your mission (I recommend "No Turning Back" as it is directly related to content taught in 8th grade Social Studies)
- Click Start Mission
- Enter your username and password
- Select New Game if this is your first time playing the game.
- Start at the Prologue to learn background information about the mission.
- Get started on your mission. Pay close attention, you will have to write a reflection of your mission, which will be a test grade.
- Take your time, you do not have to finish this mission in one sitting. It will be due 4/29/24.
Homework-None
Before beginning your mission:
- Watch "Top 5 Things to Know Before You Play Mission US"
- For each section of the mission, watch Pamela's Part-by-Part Guide to "No Turning Back" for insight from an expert
- Watch Mission US: No Turning Back Overview
Help from Mr. Reed: If you want to succeed in this mission ("No Turning Back"), consider watching Pamela's Part-by-Part Guide to "No Turning Back" for insight from an expert. In these short video commentaries, Pamela Walker, an associate professor of African American history at Texas A&M, gives her take on each part of Mission US: No Turning Back. Students who play Mission US's educational interactive, step into the role of fictional young people who face realistic challenges based upon history. In "No Turning Back," players become Verna Baker, an African American teen who becomes part of the 1960s civil rights movement in Mississippi.
Tuesday(4/23)
Announcements-This is the last week of GAMS Testing (Tuesday-Science (Sections 1 &2), Wednesday-Math (Section 1), Thursday-Math (Section 2), Friday-Social Studies (Sections 1& 2). After testing, we're going to celebrate by putting up a few tents on the hill and order food from Sleepy Potato Food Truck (menu coming soon). Bring your blankets for a picnic-style lunch. If you plan on going to the 8th Grade Farewell Dance, you can purchase tickets until May 1, 2024. 8th Grade Honors Ceremony is 5/3/2024 at 9:00 a.m. 8th Grade Farewell Dance is also 5/3/2024. All Six Flags tickets and seats have been sold (Buses 1, 2, & 3 are full). Six Flags STEM Day is 5/10/2024.
9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.- Science GAMS Section 1 & 2
4th period- 12:00 p.m. -12:55 p.m.
5th period- 1:00 p.m. - 2:15 p.m.
6th period-2:20 p.m. - 2:55 p.m.
7th period-3:00 p.m. - 3:55 p.m.
Homework-None.
Wednesday(4/24)
Announcements-This is the last week of GAMS Testing (Wednesday - Math (Sections 1), Thursday-Math (Section 2), Friday-Social Studies (Sections 1& 2). After testing, we're going to celebrate by putting up a few tents on the hill and order food from Sleepy Potato Food Truck (menu coming soon). Bring your blankets for a picnic-style lunch. If you plan on going to the 8th Grade Farewell Dance, you can purchase tickets until May 1, 2024. 8th Grade Honors Ceremony is 5/3/2024 at 9:00 a.m. 8th Grade Farewell Dance is also 5/3/2024. All Six Flags tickets and seats have been sold (Buses 1, 2, & 3 are full). Six Flags STEM Day is 5/10/2024.
9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.-Math GAMS (Section 1)
3rd-1:00 p.m. - 1:45 p.m.
5th-1:50 p.m. - 2:55 p.m.
7th -3:00 p.m. - 3:55 p.m.
7th period-Continue working on your selected mission in Mission US.
Homework-None.
Thursday(4/25)
Announcements-This is the last week of GAMS Testing (Thursday-Math/Section 2 and Friday-Social Studies/Sections 1& 2). After testing, we're going to celebrate by putting up a few tents on the hill and order food from Sleepy Potato Food Truck (menu coming soon). Bring your blankets for a picnic-style lunch. If you plan on going to the 8th Grade Farewell Dance, you can purchase tickets until May 1, 2024. 8th Grade Honors Ceremony is 5/3/2024 at 9:00 a.m. 8th Grade Farewell Dance is also 5/3/2024. Six Flags STEM Day is 5/10/2024. 8th Grade Team Day is 5/16/2024 ($25 due by 5/9). (Click here to view the list of students attending Six Flags STEM Day and the 8th Grade Team Day.)
Heads up: Remember, our GAMS picnic has been rescheduled to this Monday. The PTSA will also treat us to popsicles for our March Madness win. Bring your suntan/sunblock, water bottles, and blankets.
9:00 a.m. - 11:55 a.m.-Math GAMS (Section 2)
12:00 p.m. -12:55-Lunch
2nd-1:00 p.m. - 1:45 p.m.
4th-1:50 p.m. - 2:55 p.m.
6th -3:00 p.m. - 3:55 p.m.
4th/6th period-Introduction to Murder and Mystery Learning Module.
Homework-None.
Coming Next Week!
- Review of CommonLit articles with the worst class averages ("What is an Orbit," "Ramadan,"
- "The Long Rain" or "The Crowd" by Ray Bradbury
- Poet's Page Project
Here are your assignments for the week of April 15-19, 2024
Monday (4/15)
Announcements: We will collect Six Flags money until all seats have been filled or we have reached the deadline. (Click here to view the list of students attending the Six Flags STEM Day on 5/12/2024.) We roughly have 19 spots left on Bus 1. Bus 2 is for Team 8C. Bus 3 may be cancelled if we do not have enough students to fill it. This will help us to keep the cost at $70.00 with lunch for the field trip.
All periods-As a class, we reviewed this weekend's homework (Georgia Milestones Grade 8 ELA Study Guide). Question and answer segment over all sample items in the study guide. Played a few rounds of Quizlet Live over the assigned vocabulary sets.
Homework-Complete the Test-Taking Vocabulary and Test-Taking Strategies learning modules in Flocabulary. Review your Quizlet Vocabulary Sets: Literary/Reading Key Terms, Poetic Devices & Elements, and Argumentative Essay Key Terms.
Quizlet Vocabulary Sets
Literary/Reading Key Terms
Poetic Devices & Elements
Argumentative Essay Key Terms
Tuesday(4/16)
Can you define all of the following figurative language terms:
GAMS Practice Question 91
Read "Sarah Cynthia Sylvia Stout" by Shel Silverstein. Use the poem to identify examples of:
Help from Mr. Reed: The tone of Sarah Silvia Cynthia Stout is humorous. Some examples include rubbery, blubbery, gloppy, globs of gluey bubble gum, gooey, and gristly. Sarah Silvia Cynthia Stout (SSCS) is an example of alliteration. Other examples of alliteration include: “Prune pits, peach pits…” “Black burned buttered toast.” SSCS is also filled with hyperboles:
“It raised the roof, it broke the wall…”
“That finally it touched the sky…”
“The garbage reached across the state…”
Each example exaggerates the ongoing growth of the garbage, starting first within the house, then outside of the house, and then crossing state lines. This is exaggeration because none of these things can really happen. Piles of garbage could never have the ability to reach the sky or break down walls.
Note-The impact of exaggeration is used to show time, progress of the plot, and humor.
Above and Beyond (Optional Activity for academic enrichment): There are ellipses strategically placed in the poem. Can you find examples of the ellipses and explain why the author used each in the poem?
Homework-None. Relax and get a good night's rest.
Review the Figurative Language as well as the Alliteration and Assonance Flocabulary Learning Modules if needed.
Tip: If needed, review the following learning modules in BrainPop and Flocabulary: Allusions, Idioms, Similes and Metaphors
The literary passages in the English Language Arts test are used to identify main ideas and details, cite evidence, make inferences, determine themes, and understand vocabulary. You may be asked to write a narrative in response to a prompt based on a literary passage.
Key Ideas and Details
• Think about the passage and visualize, or make a mental picture, as you read.
• Look for ideas and details that tell you what the passage is about.
• Use these ideas and details when writing or speaking about the passage.
• Look for a theme and/or central idea as you read. Think about how the author develops and supports this theme or central idea over the course of the passage.
• Think about how particular lines of dialogue or incidents in the passage propel the action, reveal aspects of character, or provoke a decision.
• Summarize the passage in a way that makes it impossible to determine your personal feelings about the passage.
Wednesday(4/17)
Announcements: Today is the last day to turn in Six Flags STEM Day permission slips and money for confirmed seats. (Click here to view the list of students attending the Six Flags STEM Day on 5/10/2024.) Bus 1 is full.
Heads up: Due to GAMS Testing, we will be operating on a modified instructional schedule today. Also, Bus 1 for our upcoming Six Flags field trip is now closed. Students paying today and after will be placed on Bus 2 (if possible) or the tentative Bus 3. If Bus 3 is cancelled, funds will be returned to the students. (Click here to view the list of students attending the Six Flags STEM Day on 5/12/2024.)
Note: This week, you will be taking Sections 1-3 of the ELA Georgia Milestones Assessment. You will not have 1st and 7th period today.
Wednesday-ELA Section 1
Thursday-ELA Section 2
Friday-ELA Section3.
Today's Modified Instructional Schedule
9:00 a.m.-11:55 a.m. - ELA Section 1 GAMS Testing
Lunch-12:00 p.m. to 12:55 p.m. (lunch pick up at 12:15 - 12:20 p.m.)
2nd period-1:00 - 1:45 p.m.
4th period-1:50 p.m. - 2:55 p.m.
6th period-3:00 p.m. - 3:55 p.m.
1st/7th period-No class due to GAMS testing.
4th/6th period-Student Work Day.
Thursday (4/18)
Announcements: Re: STEM Day @ Six Flags-Bus 1 and 2 are full. Three spots are left on Bus 3. All money and permission slips for Six Flag's STEM Day must be received by Friday (4/19).
Heads up: Today you will need headphones for today's interactive mission/lesson.
Note: This week, you will be taking Sections 1-3 of the ELA Georgia Milestones Assessment. You will not have 1st and 7th period today.
Wednesday-ELA Section 1
Thursday-ELA Section 2
Friday-ELA Section3.
Today's Modified Instructional Schedule
9:00 a.m.-11:55 a.m. - ELA Section 2 GAMS Testing
1st period/Lunch-12:00 p.m. to 12:55 p.m. (lunch pick up at 12:15 - 12:20 p.m.)
3rd period-1:00 - 1:45 p.m.
5th period-1:50 p.m. - 2:55 p.m.
7th period-3:00 p.m. - 3:55 p.m.
Acronym of the Day: M.U.V.E.
A multi-user virtual environment (MUVE) is an immersive 3D virtual learning environment in which an avatar, or graphic representation of the user interacts with other avatars or objects in an immersive visually-rich, simulated world in real time.
7th period-Introduction to M.U.V.E. education. (Watch the Trailer for "No Turning Back" (with Mr. Reed/Ms. Fauntleroy in class). In today's activity, you will use the information you learned earlier this year about the Civil Rights Movement in the 1960s. Your mission will be to accept the role (avatar) of 16-year-old Verna Baker, born and raised in the Mississippi Delta. The year is 1960 and you are moving to city of Greenwood to start high school. During your relocation, you notice that a movement for civil rights is gaining momentum. What will you do? How will you take part in the struggle for freedom and equality? The choice is yours!
How to get started?
Homework-None
Before beginning your mission:
Help from Mr. Reed: If you want to succeed in this mission ("No Turning Back"), consider watching Pamela's Part-by-Part Guide to "No Turning Back" for insight from an expert. In these short video commentaries, Pamela Walker, an associate professor of African American history at Texas A&M, gives her take on each part of Mission US: No Turning Back. Students who play Mission US's educational interactive, step into the role of fictional young people who face realistic challenges based upon history. In "No Turning Back," players become Verna Baker, an African American teen who becomes part of the 1960s civil rights movement in Mississippi.
Friday(4/19)
Announcements: Morning Announcements. Re: STEM Day @ Six Flags (5/10) - Bus 1 and 2 are full. Three spots are left on Bus 3. End of the Year 8th Grade Team Day Permission Slip and money due 5/9/24. GAMS Testing resumes on Tuesday (Math Section 1).
Today's Modified Instructional Schedule
9:00 a.m.-11:55 a.m. - ELA Section 3 GAMS Testing
1st period/Lunch-12:00 p.m. to 12:55 p.m. (lunch pick up at 12:15 - 12:20 p.m.)
2nd period-1:00 - 1:45 p.m.
4th period-1:50 p.m. - 2:55 p.m.
6th period-3:00 p.m. - 3:55 p.m.
4th/6th period-Introduction to MUVE Education. See Thursday's assignment for 7th period.
5th/7th period-No class due to GAMS testing.
Homework-None.
Announcements: We will collect Six Flags money until all seats have been filled or we have reached the deadline. (Click here to view the list of students attending the Six Flags STEM Day on 5/12/2024.) We roughly have 19 spots left on Bus 1. Bus 2 is for Team 8C. Bus 3 may be cancelled if we do not have enough students to fill it. This will help us to keep the cost at $70.00 with lunch for the field trip.
All periods-As a class, we reviewed this weekend's homework (Georgia Milestones Grade 8 ELA Study Guide). Question and answer segment over all sample items in the study guide. Played a few rounds of Quizlet Live over the assigned vocabulary sets.
Homework-Complete the Test-Taking Vocabulary and Test-Taking Strategies learning modules in Flocabulary. Review your Quizlet Vocabulary Sets: Literary/Reading Key Terms, Poetic Devices & Elements, and Argumentative Essay Key Terms.
Quizlet Vocabulary Sets
Literary/Reading Key Terms
Poetic Devices & Elements
Argumentative Essay Key Terms
Tuesday(4/16)
Can you define all of the following figurative language terms:
- Personification
- Simile
- Metaphor
- Extended Metaphor
- Hyperbole
- Idiom
- Alliteration
- Allusion
- Onomatopoeia
GAMS Practice Question 91
Read "Sarah Cynthia Sylvia Stout" by Shel Silverstein. Use the poem to identify examples of:
- Alliteration (multiple examples)
- Hyperbole (multiple examples)
- What is the tone of the poem? Provide examples from the poem that illustrate the tone.
Help from Mr. Reed: The tone of Sarah Silvia Cynthia Stout is humorous. Some examples include rubbery, blubbery, gloppy, globs of gluey bubble gum, gooey, and gristly. Sarah Silvia Cynthia Stout (SSCS) is an example of alliteration. Other examples of alliteration include: “Prune pits, peach pits…” “Black burned buttered toast.” SSCS is also filled with hyperboles:
“It raised the roof, it broke the wall…”
“That finally it touched the sky…”
“The garbage reached across the state…”
Each example exaggerates the ongoing growth of the garbage, starting first within the house, then outside of the house, and then crossing state lines. This is exaggeration because none of these things can really happen. Piles of garbage could never have the ability to reach the sky or break down walls.
Note-The impact of exaggeration is used to show time, progress of the plot, and humor.
Above and Beyond (Optional Activity for academic enrichment): There are ellipses strategically placed in the poem. Can you find examples of the ellipses and explain why the author used each in the poem?
- The first place where ellipses occur is in the line “Gristly bits of beefy roasts…The garbage rolled on down the hall,” which signals a break in the list of garbage and notes the consequence of the large amount of garbage as a whole.
- The second place it is noted is “It raised the roof, it broke the wall…Greasy napkins, cookie crumbs,” brings the reader back to the list of garbage.
- The third place it is noted, “By then, of course, it was too late…The garbage reached across the state,” it is used to show the consequence of so much garbage and ultimately the fate that cannot be related.
Homework-None. Relax and get a good night's rest.
Review the Figurative Language as well as the Alliteration and Assonance Flocabulary Learning Modules if needed.
Tip: If needed, review the following learning modules in BrainPop and Flocabulary: Allusions, Idioms, Similes and Metaphors
The literary passages in the English Language Arts test are used to identify main ideas and details, cite evidence, make inferences, determine themes, and understand vocabulary. You may be asked to write a narrative in response to a prompt based on a literary passage.
Key Ideas and Details
• Think about the passage and visualize, or make a mental picture, as you read.
• Look for ideas and details that tell you what the passage is about.
• Use these ideas and details when writing or speaking about the passage.
• Look for a theme and/or central idea as you read. Think about how the author develops and supports this theme or central idea over the course of the passage.
• Think about how particular lines of dialogue or incidents in the passage propel the action, reveal aspects of character, or provoke a decision.
• Summarize the passage in a way that makes it impossible to determine your personal feelings about the passage.
Wednesday(4/17)
Announcements: Today is the last day to turn in Six Flags STEM Day permission slips and money for confirmed seats. (Click here to view the list of students attending the Six Flags STEM Day on 5/10/2024.) Bus 1 is full.
Heads up: Due to GAMS Testing, we will be operating on a modified instructional schedule today. Also, Bus 1 for our upcoming Six Flags field trip is now closed. Students paying today and after will be placed on Bus 2 (if possible) or the tentative Bus 3. If Bus 3 is cancelled, funds will be returned to the students. (Click here to view the list of students attending the Six Flags STEM Day on 5/12/2024.)
Note: This week, you will be taking Sections 1-3 of the ELA Georgia Milestones Assessment. You will not have 1st and 7th period today.
Wednesday-ELA Section 1
Thursday-ELA Section 2
Friday-ELA Section3.
Today's Modified Instructional Schedule
9:00 a.m.-11:55 a.m. - ELA Section 1 GAMS Testing
Lunch-12:00 p.m. to 12:55 p.m. (lunch pick up at 12:15 - 12:20 p.m.)
2nd period-1:00 - 1:45 p.m.
4th period-1:50 p.m. - 2:55 p.m.
6th period-3:00 p.m. - 3:55 p.m.
1st/7th period-No class due to GAMS testing.
4th/6th period-Student Work Day.
Thursday (4/18)
Announcements: Re: STEM Day @ Six Flags-Bus 1 and 2 are full. Three spots are left on Bus 3. All money and permission slips for Six Flag's STEM Day must be received by Friday (4/19).
Heads up: Today you will need headphones for today's interactive mission/lesson.
Note: This week, you will be taking Sections 1-3 of the ELA Georgia Milestones Assessment. You will not have 1st and 7th period today.
Wednesday-ELA Section 1
Thursday-ELA Section 2
Friday-ELA Section3.
Today's Modified Instructional Schedule
9:00 a.m.-11:55 a.m. - ELA Section 2 GAMS Testing
1st period/Lunch-12:00 p.m. to 12:55 p.m. (lunch pick up at 12:15 - 12:20 p.m.)
3rd period-1:00 - 1:45 p.m.
5th period-1:50 p.m. - 2:55 p.m.
7th period-3:00 p.m. - 3:55 p.m.
Acronym of the Day: M.U.V.E.
A multi-user virtual environment (MUVE) is an immersive 3D virtual learning environment in which an avatar, or graphic representation of the user interacts with other avatars or objects in an immersive visually-rich, simulated world in real time.
7th period-Introduction to M.U.V.E. education. (Watch the Trailer for "No Turning Back" (with Mr. Reed/Ms. Fauntleroy in class). In today's activity, you will use the information you learned earlier this year about the Civil Rights Movement in the 1960s. Your mission will be to accept the role (avatar) of 16-year-old Verna Baker, born and raised in the Mississippi Delta. The year is 1960 and you are moving to city of Greenwood to start high school. During your relocation, you notice that a movement for civil rights is gaining momentum. What will you do? How will you take part in the struggle for freedom and equality? The choice is yours!
How to get started?
- Create an account by filling out all fields (Suggestion: use your S# and current Chromebook password).
- Click play. (You do not have to print out your username and password; it's optional).
- Select your mission (I recommend "No Turning Back" as it is directly related to content taught in 8th grade Social Studies)
- Click Start Mission
- Enter your username and password
- Select New Game if this is your first time playing the game.
- Start at the Prologue to learn background information about the mission.
- Get started on your mission. Pay close attention, you will have to write a reflection of your mission, which will be a test grade.
- Take your time, you do not have to finish this mission in one sitting. It will be due 4/29/24.
Homework-None
Before beginning your mission:
- Watch "Top 5 Things to Know Before You Play Mission US"
- For each section of the mission, watch Pamela's Part-by-Part Guide to "No Turning Back" for insight from an expert
- Watch Mission US: No Turning Back Overview
Help from Mr. Reed: If you want to succeed in this mission ("No Turning Back"), consider watching Pamela's Part-by-Part Guide to "No Turning Back" for insight from an expert. In these short video commentaries, Pamela Walker, an associate professor of African American history at Texas A&M, gives her take on each part of Mission US: No Turning Back. Students who play Mission US's educational interactive, step into the role of fictional young people who face realistic challenges based upon history. In "No Turning Back," players become Verna Baker, an African American teen who becomes part of the 1960s civil rights movement in Mississippi.
Friday(4/19)
Announcements: Morning Announcements. Re: STEM Day @ Six Flags (5/10) - Bus 1 and 2 are full. Three spots are left on Bus 3. End of the Year 8th Grade Team Day Permission Slip and money due 5/9/24. GAMS Testing resumes on Tuesday (Math Section 1).
Today's Modified Instructional Schedule
9:00 a.m.-11:55 a.m. - ELA Section 3 GAMS Testing
1st period/Lunch-12:00 p.m. to 12:55 p.m. (lunch pick up at 12:15 - 12:20 p.m.)
2nd period-1:00 - 1:45 p.m.
4th period-1:50 p.m. - 2:55 p.m.
6th period-3:00 p.m. - 3:55 p.m.
4th/6th period-Introduction to MUVE Education. See Thursday's assignment for 7th period.
5th/7th period-No class due to GAMS testing.
Homework-None.
Here are your assignments for the week of April 8-12, 2024
Monday (4/8)
Announcements: Today the school will be closed for an Independent Learning Day. If you choose to watch the partial solar eclipse, remember to be careful and watch as directed using the special glasses we gave you before Spring Break. Field trip to LHS 4/11/2024. (Heads up: We may pre-order pizza for Thursday.)
All periods-Redo Item Example 3 (Constructed-Response) and Item Example 4 (Extended Written Response).
Homework-Make sure that you have all 84 journal entries completed. Random journal checks will occur this week for all class periods.
Resources
Quizlet Vocabulary Sets
Literary/Reading Key Terms
Poetic Devices & Elements
Argumentative Essay Key Terms
Tuesday(4/9)
Announcements: Field trip to LHS 4/11/2024. We will collect Six Flags money until all seats have been filled or we have reached the deadline. ( We're ordering pizza on Thursday; get your pre-orders in by Wednesday.)
Quickwrite 85a
What is an objective summary?
Objective summary: An objective summary is an overview of a passage that captures the main points but does not give every detail and does not include opinions.
GAMS Practice Question 85b.
Open your Georgia Milestones Grade 8 ELA Study Guide. Complete Sample Items 1-5 on pg. 19-24. Complete Item 5 for homework.
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5. Complete the Extended Constructed Response for homework. (Note: To view the four-point holistic rubric for a text-based narrative response, see pages 89 and 90.)
Google Class Docs (Spring 2024)
1st period-Click here to open the Google Class Doc for your period.
4th period-Click here to open the Google Class Doc for your period.
6th period-Click here to open the Google Class Doc for your period.
7th period-Click here to open the Google Class Doc for your period.
Wednesday(4/10)
Announcements: Field trip to LHS 4/11/2024. We will collect Six Flags money until all seats have been filled or we have reached the deadline. (We're may pre-order pizza for Thursday.
1st period-Review of yesterday's homework (Sample Items 1-5 in the Georgia Milestones Grade 8 ELA Study Guide). As a class, we worked through GAMS Sample Items 6-8. Students placed their answers in Digital Journals under GAMS Practice Question 86 (due tomorrow).
4th/6th/7th period-Review of yesterday's homework (Sample Items 1-5 in the Georgia Milestones Grade 8 ELA Study Guide). We focused on Sample Item 5 (writing an extended constructed response). Mr. Reed emphasized how students should have used details from the passage to create a continuation of the narrative. As a class, created an example narrative response and compared it with the (4 point) exemplar listed in the GAMS ELA Study Guide.
Homework-Complete GAMS Sample Items 6-8 in your Digital Journals under GAMS Practice Question 86 (due tomorrow).
GAMS Practice Question 86
Open your Georgia Milestones Grade 8 ELA Study Guide. Complete Sample Items 6-8 on pg. 33-35. Complete Items 6-8 for homework.
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Thursday(4/11)
Announcements: Field trip to LHS today! We will continue to collect Six Flags money until all seats have been filled or we have reached the 4/17/24 deadline. Pick up pizza pre-order at lunch.
1st/4th period-Field trip to LHS.
5th period-ELT/Foreign Language
6th/7th period-Connections.
GAMS Practice Question 87
Open your Georgia Milestones Grade 8 ELA Study Guide. Complete Sample Items 9-12 on pg. 47-58. Complete Items 9-12 for homework.
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Friday(4/12)
All periods-Review of Unit 3 (Writing) in Georgia Milestones Grade 8 ELA Study Guide.
GAMS Practice Question 88
Open your Georgia Milestones Grade 8 ELA Study Guide. Complete Sample Items 13-16 on pg. 54-59. Complete Items 13-16 for homework.
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Homework-See below for the remainder of your GAMS Practice Questions. (You will need to complete Unit 4 over the weekend so that we can review your work on Monday.)
GAMS Practice Question 89
Open your Georgia Milestones Grade 8 ELA Study Guide. Complete Sample Items 17-23 on pg. 60-64.
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GAMS Practice Question 90
Open your Georgia Milestones Grade 8 ELA Study Guide. Complete Sample Items 24-31on pg. 78-82.
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Announcements: Today the school will be closed for an Independent Learning Day. If you choose to watch the partial solar eclipse, remember to be careful and watch as directed using the special glasses we gave you before Spring Break. Field trip to LHS 4/11/2024. (Heads up: We may pre-order pizza for Thursday.)
All periods-Redo Item Example 3 (Constructed-Response) and Item Example 4 (Extended Written Response).
Homework-Make sure that you have all 84 journal entries completed. Random journal checks will occur this week for all class periods.
Resources
- Georgia Milestones Grade 8 ELA Study Guide (Narrative Writing 54-64)
- Georgia Milestones Grade 8 Writing Rubrics (pg. 7/8 for Narrative Writing)
- Georgia Milestones Grade 8 Writer's Checklist (pg. 3 for Narrative Writing)
- Georgia Milestones Resources (for Parents and Students)
- Click here to view Mr. Reed's Digital Journal
- R.A.P.P. Strategy
Quizlet Vocabulary Sets
Literary/Reading Key Terms
Poetic Devices & Elements
Argumentative Essay Key Terms
Tuesday(4/9)
Announcements: Field trip to LHS 4/11/2024. We will collect Six Flags money until all seats have been filled or we have reached the deadline. ( We're ordering pizza on Thursday; get your pre-orders in by Wednesday.)
Quickwrite 85a
What is an objective summary?
Objective summary: An objective summary is an overview of a passage that captures the main points but does not give every detail and does not include opinions.
GAMS Practice Question 85b.
Open your Georgia Milestones Grade 8 ELA Study Guide. Complete Sample Items 1-5 on pg. 19-24. Complete Item 5 for homework.
1.
2.
3.
4.
5. Complete the Extended Constructed Response for homework. (Note: To view the four-point holistic rubric for a text-based narrative response, see pages 89 and 90.)
Google Class Docs (Spring 2024)
1st period-Click here to open the Google Class Doc for your period.
4th period-Click here to open the Google Class Doc for your period.
6th period-Click here to open the Google Class Doc for your period.
7th period-Click here to open the Google Class Doc for your period.
Wednesday(4/10)
Announcements: Field trip to LHS 4/11/2024. We will collect Six Flags money until all seats have been filled or we have reached the deadline. (We're may pre-order pizza for Thursday.
1st period-Review of yesterday's homework (Sample Items 1-5 in the Georgia Milestones Grade 8 ELA Study Guide). As a class, we worked through GAMS Sample Items 6-8. Students placed their answers in Digital Journals under GAMS Practice Question 86 (due tomorrow).
4th/6th/7th period-Review of yesterday's homework (Sample Items 1-5 in the Georgia Milestones Grade 8 ELA Study Guide). We focused on Sample Item 5 (writing an extended constructed response). Mr. Reed emphasized how students should have used details from the passage to create a continuation of the narrative. As a class, created an example narrative response and compared it with the (4 point) exemplar listed in the GAMS ELA Study Guide.
Homework-Complete GAMS Sample Items 6-8 in your Digital Journals under GAMS Practice Question 86 (due tomorrow).
GAMS Practice Question 86
Open your Georgia Milestones Grade 8 ELA Study Guide. Complete Sample Items 6-8 on pg. 33-35. Complete Items 6-8 for homework.
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Thursday(4/11)
Announcements: Field trip to LHS today! We will continue to collect Six Flags money until all seats have been filled or we have reached the 4/17/24 deadline. Pick up pizza pre-order at lunch.
1st/4th period-Field trip to LHS.
5th period-ELT/Foreign Language
6th/7th period-Connections.
GAMS Practice Question 87
Open your Georgia Milestones Grade 8 ELA Study Guide. Complete Sample Items 9-12 on pg. 47-58. Complete Items 9-12 for homework.
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Friday(4/12)
All periods-Review of Unit 3 (Writing) in Georgia Milestones Grade 8 ELA Study Guide.
GAMS Practice Question 88
Open your Georgia Milestones Grade 8 ELA Study Guide. Complete Sample Items 13-16 on pg. 54-59. Complete Items 13-16 for homework.
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Homework-See below for the remainder of your GAMS Practice Questions. (You will need to complete Unit 4 over the weekend so that we can review your work on Monday.)
GAMS Practice Question 89
Open your Georgia Milestones Grade 8 ELA Study Guide. Complete Sample Items 17-23 on pg. 60-64.
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GAMS Practice Question 90
Open your Georgia Milestones Grade 8 ELA Study Guide. Complete Sample Items 24-31on pg. 78-82.
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Monday (4/24)
Tuesday (4/25)
4th/6th period-Quickwrite 137. Students read "Kaleidoscope" by Ray Bradbury. As a class, we discussed "Kaleidoscope" (setting, characters, conflicts, the resolution, and identifiable thematic messages). Reflection 138.
Homework-None (all assignments have extended due dates that start after GAMS has been completed). Kaleidoscope After Reading Questions. Kaleidoscope Extra Credit (4 options). Reflection 138 and Extended Thinking/Research It 139. Make sure that your Digital Journals are updated.
Quickwrite 137
If you were facing imminent death, how would you choose to spend your last few moments alive?
Reflection 138
1. Do you think Bradbury provided “Kaleidoscope” with a proper ending? (Explain your response.)
2. If you could create an alternate ending for the story, what would you change? (Remember to make your ending realistic, connected to the story, and supportive of Bradbury’s thematic messages.)
Extended Thinking/Research It 139
Recently, a movie with a similar concept was created. Can you identify the movie and how it is similar and different from “Kaleidoscope”?
Tuesday (4/25)
4th/6th period-Quickwrite 137. Students read "Kaleidoscope" by Ray Bradbury. As a class, we discussed "Kaleidoscope" (setting, characters, conflicts, the resolution, and identifiable thematic messages). Reflection 138.
Homework-None (all assignments have extended due dates that start after GAMS has been completed). Kaleidoscope After Reading Questions. Kaleidoscope Extra Credit (4 options). Reflection 138 and Extended Thinking/Research It 139. Make sure that your Digital Journals are updated.
Quickwrite 137
If you were facing imminent death, how would you choose to spend your last few moments alive?
Reflection 138
1. Do you think Bradbury provided “Kaleidoscope” with a proper ending? (Explain your response.)
2. If you could create an alternate ending for the story, what would you change? (Remember to make your ending realistic, connected to the story, and supportive of Bradbury’s thematic messages.)
Extended Thinking/Research It 139
Recently, a movie with a similar concept was created. Can you identify the movie and how it is similar and different from “Kaleidoscope”?
Fizzle Reads: Kaleidoscope by Ray Bradbury. (Also available via: Fizzle Reads: Kaleidoscope ~ A Short Story by Ray Bradbury - YouTube.)
Wednesday (4/26)
Announcements: GAMS Testing continues today for 8th grade only. 8th grade will take Section 2 of the Math GAMS. 13.5 Weeks grades for progress reports will be posted today. Our next and last Team Day will be on 5/9/2023. The cost will be $30.00 (includes lunch). Signed permission slips and money are due on 5/5/2023. The Cougar Carnival is this Saturday from 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. (Mr. Poff will be in the Dunk Tank.) Click here for directions and additional information. 8th Grade Award Ceremony is 5/3/23. 8th Grade Sneaker Ball is 5/5/23. 8th Grade STEM Day at Six Flags is 5/12/23.
Testing 9:30-11:55 (Math Section 2)
3rd period- 12:00-1:45 (lunch from 12:00 to 12:55)
5th period- 1:50-2:55 p.m.
7th period- 3:00-3:55
7th period-Quickwrite 137. Students read "Kaleidoscope" by Ray Bradbury. As a class, we discussed "Kaleidoscope" (setting, characters, conflicts, the resolution, and identifiable thematic messages). Reflection 138.
Homework-None (all assignments have extended due dates that start after GAMS has been completed). Kaleidoscope After Reading Questions. Kaleidoscope Extra Credit (4 options). Reflection 138 and Extended Thinking/Research It 139. Make sure that your Digital Journals are updated.
Quickwrite 137
If you were facing imminent death, how would you choose to spend your last few moments alive?
Reflection 138
1. Do you think Bradbury provided “Kaleidoscope” with a proper ending? (Explain your response.)
2. If you could create an alternate ending for the story, what would you change? (Remember to make your ending realistic, connected to the story, and supportive of Bradbury’s thematic messages.)
Extended Thinking/Research It 139
Recently, a movie with a similar concept was created. Can you identify the movie and how it is similar and different from “Kaleidoscope”?
Watch the following video:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ja-n5qUNRi8
“Everybody dies, but not everyone lives”
Thursday (4/27)
Announcements: Last day of GAMS Testing for 8th grade. Today, 8th graders will take Sections 1 and 2 of the Social Studies GAMS. Our next and last Team Day will be on 5/9/2023. The cost will be $30.00 (includes lunch). Signed permission slips and money are due on 5/5/2023. The Cougar Carnival is this Saturday from 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. (Mr. Poff will be in the Dunk Tank.) Click here for directions and additional information. 8th Grade Award Ceremony is 5/3/23. 8th Grade Sneaker Ball is 5/5/23. 8th Grade STEM Day at Six Flags is 5/12/23.
8th Grade GAMS Testing Schedule
SS GAMS Test-9:50-11:30/12:00
4th period- 11:50-1:15
5th period- 1:20-2:15
2nd period- 2:20-3:05 (Connections)
3rd- 3:10-3:55 (Connections)
Friday (4/28)
Announcements: Test over Kaleidoscope on Tuesday. Our last Team Day will be on 5/9/2023. The cost will be $30.00 (includes lunch). Signed permission slips and money are due on 5/5/2023. The Cougar Carnival is this Saturday from 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. (Mr. Poff will be in the Dunk Tank.) Click here for directions and additional information. MAP Testing next week. 8th Grade Award Ceremony is 5/3/23. 8th Grade Sneaker Ball is 5/5/23. 8th Grade STEM Day at Six Flags is 5/12/23.
Note: Mr. Reed will be off campus today. Students: You already know the expectations; you also know the consequences for not meeting those standards. If Mr. Lee leaves your name, expect a severe consequence. (It's that simple.)
Pro Tip from Mr. Reed: Come into class. Do your work quietly and independently. Leave and enjoy the rest of your Friday. Have an amazing weekend.
Today's skill: Be resourceful. I know you guys are used to me holding your hands, coddling you, and even rereading/restating my directions/instructions at a slower pace . . . but today, you will have to assume the role of a rising 9th grader who is ready for high school. If you cannot access one of the video listed in today's lesson with the links I have posted, figure it out. Be resourceful. Use your cellphone. I've linked the direct YouTube links just in case you come across this issue.
All periods-Student Work Day. Reflection 140. Compare and Contrast Activity 141 (watch "Everyone Dies, But Not Everyone Lives" by Prince Ea. See below for embedded video/Safe Share link for students). Reflection 142. Watch the Kaleidoscope Mixed Media Presentation for a unique film adaptation of the short story. (This will help you to visualize all of the events, conflicts, etc.). Make sure that you have completed Digital Journal entries 137 to 142.
1st period-You are a few class periods behind, so you have a little catching up to do. 1) Quickwrite 137. 2) Read "Kaleidoscope" by Ray Bradbury. (If you do not have a copy of The Illustrated Man, I have linked the story to the word "Kaleidoscope.") Pro Tip: Play/read along to Fizzle Reads' audio reading of "Kaleidscope." (Scroll down for the embedded video. Here is the link if you are using another mobile device: Fizzle Reads: Kaleidoscope ~ A Short Story by Ray Bradbury - YouTube.) 3) Complete Digital Journal entries 138 to 142. 4) Complete the Kaleidoscope After Reading Questions. 5) If needed, take advantage of the Kaleidoscope Extra Credit opportunties.
Homework-Kaleidoscope After Reading Questions (due end of class on Monday). Kaleidoscope Extra Credit (4 optional extra credit activities). Digital Journal entries 137-142 (due Tuesday).
Note: Due dates for extra credit assignments are listed on the Kaleidoscope Extra Credit sheet.
Quickwrite 137
If you were facing imminent death, how would you choose to spend your last few moments alive?
Reflection 138
1. Do you think Bradbury provided “Kaleidoscope” with a proper ending? (Explain your response.)
2. If you could create an alternate ending for the story, what would you change? (Remember to make your ending realistic, connected to the story, and supportive of Bradbury’s thematic messages.)
Extended Thinking/Research It 139
Recently, a movie with a similar concept was created. Can you identify the movie and how it is similar and different from “Kaleidoscope”?
Reflection 140
Compare and Contrast Activity 141
Watch "Everyone Dies, But Not Everyone Lives" by Prince Ea.
Reflection 142
1) What is a character trait?
2) How do authors use and show character traits in a story? (Include an example from Bradbury’s “Kaleidoscope” to support your response.)
3) Why are character traits important?
Hint: Think about the methods of characterization.
Wednesday (4/26)
Announcements: GAMS Testing continues today for 8th grade only. 8th grade will take Section 2 of the Math GAMS. 13.5 Weeks grades for progress reports will be posted today. Our next and last Team Day will be on 5/9/2023. The cost will be $30.00 (includes lunch). Signed permission slips and money are due on 5/5/2023. The Cougar Carnival is this Saturday from 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. (Mr. Poff will be in the Dunk Tank.) Click here for directions and additional information. 8th Grade Award Ceremony is 5/3/23. 8th Grade Sneaker Ball is 5/5/23. 8th Grade STEM Day at Six Flags is 5/12/23.
Testing 9:30-11:55 (Math Section 2)
3rd period- 12:00-1:45 (lunch from 12:00 to 12:55)
5th period- 1:50-2:55 p.m.
7th period- 3:00-3:55
7th period-Quickwrite 137. Students read "Kaleidoscope" by Ray Bradbury. As a class, we discussed "Kaleidoscope" (setting, characters, conflicts, the resolution, and identifiable thematic messages). Reflection 138.
Homework-None (all assignments have extended due dates that start after GAMS has been completed). Kaleidoscope After Reading Questions. Kaleidoscope Extra Credit (4 options). Reflection 138 and Extended Thinking/Research It 139. Make sure that your Digital Journals are updated.
Quickwrite 137
If you were facing imminent death, how would you choose to spend your last few moments alive?
Reflection 138
1. Do you think Bradbury provided “Kaleidoscope” with a proper ending? (Explain your response.)
2. If you could create an alternate ending for the story, what would you change? (Remember to make your ending realistic, connected to the story, and supportive of Bradbury’s thematic messages.)
Extended Thinking/Research It 139
Recently, a movie with a similar concept was created. Can you identify the movie and how it is similar and different from “Kaleidoscope”?
Watch the following video:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ja-n5qUNRi8
“Everybody dies, but not everyone lives”
- How does the video connect to Ray Bradbury’s short story “Kaleidoscope”?
- What were some memorable quotes from the video?
Thursday (4/27)
Announcements: Last day of GAMS Testing for 8th grade. Today, 8th graders will take Sections 1 and 2 of the Social Studies GAMS. Our next and last Team Day will be on 5/9/2023. The cost will be $30.00 (includes lunch). Signed permission slips and money are due on 5/5/2023. The Cougar Carnival is this Saturday from 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. (Mr. Poff will be in the Dunk Tank.) Click here for directions and additional information. 8th Grade Award Ceremony is 5/3/23. 8th Grade Sneaker Ball is 5/5/23. 8th Grade STEM Day at Six Flags is 5/12/23.
8th Grade GAMS Testing Schedule
SS GAMS Test-9:50-11:30/12:00
4th period- 11:50-1:15
5th period- 1:20-2:15
2nd period- 2:20-3:05 (Connections)
3rd- 3:10-3:55 (Connections)
Friday (4/28)
Announcements: Test over Kaleidoscope on Tuesday. Our last Team Day will be on 5/9/2023. The cost will be $30.00 (includes lunch). Signed permission slips and money are due on 5/5/2023. The Cougar Carnival is this Saturday from 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. (Mr. Poff will be in the Dunk Tank.) Click here for directions and additional information. MAP Testing next week. 8th Grade Award Ceremony is 5/3/23. 8th Grade Sneaker Ball is 5/5/23. 8th Grade STEM Day at Six Flags is 5/12/23.
Note: Mr. Reed will be off campus today. Students: You already know the expectations; you also know the consequences for not meeting those standards. If Mr. Lee leaves your name, expect a severe consequence. (It's that simple.)
Pro Tip from Mr. Reed: Come into class. Do your work quietly and independently. Leave and enjoy the rest of your Friday. Have an amazing weekend.
Today's skill: Be resourceful. I know you guys are used to me holding your hands, coddling you, and even rereading/restating my directions/instructions at a slower pace . . . but today, you will have to assume the role of a rising 9th grader who is ready for high school. If you cannot access one of the video listed in today's lesson with the links I have posted, figure it out. Be resourceful. Use your cellphone. I've linked the direct YouTube links just in case you come across this issue.
All periods-Student Work Day. Reflection 140. Compare and Contrast Activity 141 (watch "Everyone Dies, But Not Everyone Lives" by Prince Ea. See below for embedded video/Safe Share link for students). Reflection 142. Watch the Kaleidoscope Mixed Media Presentation for a unique film adaptation of the short story. (This will help you to visualize all of the events, conflicts, etc.). Make sure that you have completed Digital Journal entries 137 to 142.
1st period-You are a few class periods behind, so you have a little catching up to do. 1) Quickwrite 137. 2) Read "Kaleidoscope" by Ray Bradbury. (If you do not have a copy of The Illustrated Man, I have linked the story to the word "Kaleidoscope.") Pro Tip: Play/read along to Fizzle Reads' audio reading of "Kaleidscope." (Scroll down for the embedded video. Here is the link if you are using another mobile device: Fizzle Reads: Kaleidoscope ~ A Short Story by Ray Bradbury - YouTube.) 3) Complete Digital Journal entries 138 to 142. 4) Complete the Kaleidoscope After Reading Questions. 5) If needed, take advantage of the Kaleidoscope Extra Credit opportunties.
Homework-Kaleidoscope After Reading Questions (due end of class on Monday). Kaleidoscope Extra Credit (4 optional extra credit activities). Digital Journal entries 137-142 (due Tuesday).
Note: Due dates for extra credit assignments are listed on the Kaleidoscope Extra Credit sheet.
Quickwrite 137
If you were facing imminent death, how would you choose to spend your last few moments alive?
Reflection 138
1. Do you think Bradbury provided “Kaleidoscope” with a proper ending? (Explain your response.)
2. If you could create an alternate ending for the story, what would you change? (Remember to make your ending realistic, connected to the story, and supportive of Bradbury’s thematic messages.)
Extended Thinking/Research It 139
Recently, a movie with a similar concept was created. Can you identify the movie and how it is similar and different from “Kaleidoscope”?
Reflection 140
- What is redemption?
- Why do you think Applegate attempts to end his “beef” (external conflict) with Hollis in “Kaleidoscope”?
- How does the author infuse the idea of redemption into “Kaleidoscope”?
Compare and Contrast Activity 141
Watch "Everyone Dies, But Not Everyone Lives" by Prince Ea.
- How does the video connect to “Kaleidoscope” (by Ray Bradbury)?
- What were some memorable quotes from the video?
Reflection 142
1) What is a character trait?
2) How do authors use and show character traits in a story? (Include an example from Bradbury’s “Kaleidoscope” to support your response.)
3) Why are character traits important?
Hint: Think about the methods of characterization.
"Everyone Dies, But Not Everyone Lives" by Prince Ea (Safe Share Link)
"Everyone Dies, But Not Everyone Lives" by Prince Ea. (Also available via: EVERYBODY DIES, BUT NOT EVERYBODY LIVES (2023) - YouTube)
"Everyone Dies, But Not Everyone Lives" by Prince Ea. (Also available via: EVERYBODY DIES, BUT NOT EVERYBODY LIVES (2023) - YouTube)
Click here to view the Kaleidoscope Mixed Media Presentation. (Also available at: www.youtube.com/watch?v=6CwZvCypsjI)
Here are your assignments for the week of April 17-21, 2023
Monday (4/17)
Announcements: GAMS Testing starts this Wednesday. We will post the testing and modified instructional schedule tomorrow.
Congrats on making the JV Cheerleading Squad at LHS: Evon, Heaven, Kherrington, Kimora, and Tyti. (Enjoy lunch on the Team today.)
All periods-We completed ELA Sample Questions Students 17-21 (pg. 63-65) in the Georgia Milestones English Language Arts Study Guide. Individually, students carefully read each question and selected the best answer choice from the available options. Mr. Reed shared the correct answers with an explanation.
Homework-Using your Digital Journal, complete GAMS Practice Questions 132-135 (Sample Questions 13-16 in the Georgia Milestones English Language Arts Study Guide). All Digital Journal entries should be completed by tonight. Use pgs. 77-82 in the GAMS Study Guide to review the correct answers for the practice questions.
GAMS Practice Question 132
Item 13
Evidence-Based Selected-Response Technology-Enhanced
This question has two parts. Answer Part A, and then answer Part B.
Part A
Which statement BEST describes a key claim the author makes in “Play Video Games, Solve Real World Problems”?
A. Scientists prefer to conduct research projects with the assistance of gamers.
B. Most gamers prefer to work on research projects that involve identifying animals.
C. Gamers who make research contributions should be compensated for their work.
D. Gamers willing to take part in online research can be extremely helpful to scientists.
Part B
Which sentence from the passage BEST supports the answer in Part A?
A. According to the Foldit website, “Since proteins are part of so many diseases, they can also be part of the cure.”
B. The website Zooniverse calls itself “the world’s largest and most popular platform for people-powered research.”
C. Volunteers went through 18 months’ worth of photos in three days, classifying over one million animals.
D. Some people think it is unethical to ask gamers to research for long hours without pay.
GAMS Practice Question 133
Item 14
Selected-Response
Read the sentence from “Careers in Video Games.”
"According to the U.S. Department of Labor, careers in video game design will continue to skyrocket, placing it among the fastest-growing careers in the United States."
What is the MOST LIKELY reason the author uses the word skyrocket in the sentence?
A. to indicate that experts believe video games are becoming too popular
B. to acknowledge that many famous video games have a space theme
C. to emphasize that the opportunities in the video game industry are exciting
D. to express concern that there are currently not enough video game designers
GAMS Practice Question 134
Item 15
Selected-Response
Which statement BEST contrasts the authors’ points of view in BOTH passages?
A. The author of “Play Video Games, Solve Real-World Problems” thinks that people should study science, while the author of “Careers in Video Games” thinks it is more important for people to study programming and art.
B. The author of “Play Video Games, Solve Real-World Problems” believes video games should focus on research, while the author of “Careers in Video Games” believes video games should simply be played for fun.
C. The author of “Play Video Games, Solve Real-World Problems” claims that there is a decrease in career opportunities because of games that collect data, while the author of “Careers in Video Games” claims that the video game industry is growing.
D. The author of “Play Video Games, Solve Real-World Problems” believes members of the video game industry can be helpful with no training, while the author of “Careers in Video Games” thinks that people need a great deal of training to succeed in the video game industry.
GAMS Practice Question 135
Item 16
Extended Constructed-Response
Imagine that you and a friend join a video game club and the teacher asks you to create a video game that makes a positive change in the world. Write a story describing what happens when you and your friend create the new game. Use ideas from the passages to develop your story.
Tuesday (4/18)
Announcements: On GAMS testing days, all students will eat lunch in their classroom. I have listed the tentative testing schedule for this week. All students will complete Sections 1-3 of the GAMS ELA Assessment.
All periods-Literary Analysis 136.
Literary Analysis 136
Select a personal narrative to read and review. Did you find any characteristics of a good/great personal narrative in your selected story? Create a bulleted list that presents those components and be prepared to share your analysis.
Personal Narratives
Conquering Your Fears
Keep an Eye on the Sky
My First Talent Show
Racist Warehouse
The Great Paw Paw
Giving Life
Silent But Deadly
Right Place, Right Time-Grade 8 Personal Narrative Reading Passage (GAMS) and Scoring Rubric Activity (Constructed Response)
Homework-None. Charge your Chromebook, relax, and get a good night's rest. Remember to apply the test-taking skills you learned tomorrow. (Note: If you want to do a quick review of ELA key terms, use the following Quizlet Vocabulary Set for quick refreshers.
Quizlet Vocabulary Sets
Literary/Reading Key Terms
Poetic Devices & Elements
Argumentative Essay Key Terms
Wednesday (4/19)
Tentative Testing Schedule (2nd/4th/6th period only)
ELA GAMS Section 1-9:00 a.m. to 11:55 a.m.
Lunch-12:00 p.m. to 12:55 p.m. (Lunch pick up between 12:15 p.m. and 12:20 p.m.)
2nd period-1:00 p.m. to 1:45 p.m.
4th period-1:50 p.m. to 2:55 p.m.
6th period-3:00 p.m. to 3:55 p.m.
Thursday (4/20)
3rd/5th/7th
ELA GAMS Section 2-9:00 a.m. to 11:55 a.m.
Lunch-12:00 p.m. to 12:55 p.m. (Lunch pick up between 12:15 p.m. and 12:20 p.m.)
3rd period-1:00 p.m. to 1:45 p.m.
5th period-1:50 p.m. to 2:55 p.m.
7th period-3:00 p.m. to 3:55 p.m.
Friday (4/21)
2nd/1st/6th
ELA GAMS Section 3-9:00 a.m. to 11:55 a.m.
Lunch-12:00 p.m. to 12:55 p.m. (Lunch pick up between 12:15 p.m. and 12:20 p.m.)
2nd period-1:00 p.m. to 1:45 p.m.
1st period-1:50 p.m. to 2:55 p.m.
6th period-3:00 p.m. to 3:55 p.m.
Announcements: GAMS Testing starts this Wednesday. We will post the testing and modified instructional schedule tomorrow.
Congrats on making the JV Cheerleading Squad at LHS: Evon, Heaven, Kherrington, Kimora, and Tyti. (Enjoy lunch on the Team today.)
All periods-We completed ELA Sample Questions Students 17-21 (pg. 63-65) in the Georgia Milestones English Language Arts Study Guide. Individually, students carefully read each question and selected the best answer choice from the available options. Mr. Reed shared the correct answers with an explanation.
Homework-Using your Digital Journal, complete GAMS Practice Questions 132-135 (Sample Questions 13-16 in the Georgia Milestones English Language Arts Study Guide). All Digital Journal entries should be completed by tonight. Use pgs. 77-82 in the GAMS Study Guide to review the correct answers for the practice questions.
GAMS Practice Question 132
Item 13
Evidence-Based Selected-Response Technology-Enhanced
This question has two parts. Answer Part A, and then answer Part B.
Part A
Which statement BEST describes a key claim the author makes in “Play Video Games, Solve Real World Problems”?
A. Scientists prefer to conduct research projects with the assistance of gamers.
B. Most gamers prefer to work on research projects that involve identifying animals.
C. Gamers who make research contributions should be compensated for their work.
D. Gamers willing to take part in online research can be extremely helpful to scientists.
Part B
Which sentence from the passage BEST supports the answer in Part A?
A. According to the Foldit website, “Since proteins are part of so many diseases, they can also be part of the cure.”
B. The website Zooniverse calls itself “the world’s largest and most popular platform for people-powered research.”
C. Volunteers went through 18 months’ worth of photos in three days, classifying over one million animals.
D. Some people think it is unethical to ask gamers to research for long hours without pay.
GAMS Practice Question 133
Item 14
Selected-Response
Read the sentence from “Careers in Video Games.”
"According to the U.S. Department of Labor, careers in video game design will continue to skyrocket, placing it among the fastest-growing careers in the United States."
What is the MOST LIKELY reason the author uses the word skyrocket in the sentence?
A. to indicate that experts believe video games are becoming too popular
B. to acknowledge that many famous video games have a space theme
C. to emphasize that the opportunities in the video game industry are exciting
D. to express concern that there are currently not enough video game designers
GAMS Practice Question 134
Item 15
Selected-Response
Which statement BEST contrasts the authors’ points of view in BOTH passages?
A. The author of “Play Video Games, Solve Real-World Problems” thinks that people should study science, while the author of “Careers in Video Games” thinks it is more important for people to study programming and art.
B. The author of “Play Video Games, Solve Real-World Problems” believes video games should focus on research, while the author of “Careers in Video Games” believes video games should simply be played for fun.
C. The author of “Play Video Games, Solve Real-World Problems” claims that there is a decrease in career opportunities because of games that collect data, while the author of “Careers in Video Games” claims that the video game industry is growing.
D. The author of “Play Video Games, Solve Real-World Problems” believes members of the video game industry can be helpful with no training, while the author of “Careers in Video Games” thinks that people need a great deal of training to succeed in the video game industry.
GAMS Practice Question 135
Item 16
Extended Constructed-Response
Imagine that you and a friend join a video game club and the teacher asks you to create a video game that makes a positive change in the world. Write a story describing what happens when you and your friend create the new game. Use ideas from the passages to develop your story.
Tuesday (4/18)
Announcements: On GAMS testing days, all students will eat lunch in their classroom. I have listed the tentative testing schedule for this week. All students will complete Sections 1-3 of the GAMS ELA Assessment.
All periods-Literary Analysis 136.
Literary Analysis 136
Select a personal narrative to read and review. Did you find any characteristics of a good/great personal narrative in your selected story? Create a bulleted list that presents those components and be prepared to share your analysis.
Personal Narratives
Conquering Your Fears
Keep an Eye on the Sky
My First Talent Show
Racist Warehouse
The Great Paw Paw
Giving Life
Silent But Deadly
Right Place, Right Time-Grade 8 Personal Narrative Reading Passage (GAMS) and Scoring Rubric Activity (Constructed Response)
Homework-None. Charge your Chromebook, relax, and get a good night's rest. Remember to apply the test-taking skills you learned tomorrow. (Note: If you want to do a quick review of ELA key terms, use the following Quizlet Vocabulary Set for quick refreshers.
Quizlet Vocabulary Sets
Literary/Reading Key Terms
Poetic Devices & Elements
Argumentative Essay Key Terms
Wednesday (4/19)
Tentative Testing Schedule (2nd/4th/6th period only)
ELA GAMS Section 1-9:00 a.m. to 11:55 a.m.
Lunch-12:00 p.m. to 12:55 p.m. (Lunch pick up between 12:15 p.m. and 12:20 p.m.)
2nd period-1:00 p.m. to 1:45 p.m.
4th period-1:50 p.m. to 2:55 p.m.
6th period-3:00 p.m. to 3:55 p.m.
Thursday (4/20)
3rd/5th/7th
ELA GAMS Section 2-9:00 a.m. to 11:55 a.m.
Lunch-12:00 p.m. to 12:55 p.m. (Lunch pick up between 12:15 p.m. and 12:20 p.m.)
3rd period-1:00 p.m. to 1:45 p.m.
5th period-1:50 p.m. to 2:55 p.m.
7th period-3:00 p.m. to 3:55 p.m.
Friday (4/21)
2nd/1st/6th
ELA GAMS Section 3-9:00 a.m. to 11:55 a.m.
Lunch-12:00 p.m. to 12:55 p.m. (Lunch pick up between 12:15 p.m. and 12:20 p.m.)
2nd period-1:00 p.m. to 1:45 p.m.
1st period-1:50 p.m. to 2:55 p.m.
6th period-3:00 p.m. to 3:55 p.m.
Here are your assignments for the week of April 10-14, 2023
Monday (4/10)
Announcements: Field trip to Lakeside High School this Thursday (4/13). Book Talks start this Friday (4/14/2023). Last week before GAMS testing.
All periods-Submit a link to your Book Talk novel on your period's Google Class Doc. Quickwrite 115. Class discussed their answers for QW 115, watched a BrainPop's "Main Idea" video, and completed the interactive quiz to assess whole group comprehension. Next, students opened their Georgia Milestones English Language Arts Study Guide and as a class, we worked through Sample Questions 6-8 on Informational Text.
Homework-Reflection 116-119. Practice for your April Book Talk; presentations start this Friday. Make sure that you have submitted a link for your April Book Talk on your period's Google Class Doc.
Today's Strategies/Skills-Using context clues/synonyms to find the meaning of a word.
Quickwrite 115 (completed in class)
1. What is main idea?
2. What is central idea?
3. What is theme?
4. Explain how main idea differs from central idea and theme.
Reflection 116 (due 4/12/2023)
1. Use Clever to access BrainPop and watch their video on "Reading Skills."
2. Create a bulleted list of skills you should use to successfully read and comprehend literary texts.
Reflection 117 (due 4/12/2023)
1. Use Clever to access BrainPop and watch their video on "Test Preparation."
2. Create a bulleted list of things you should do to prepare for taking a big test.
Reflection 118 (due 4/12/2023)
1. Use Clever to access BrainPop and watch their video on "Test Taking Skills."
2. Create a bulleted list of skills you should use when taking a big test.
Reflection 119 (due 4/13/2023)
1. Use Clever to access BrainPop and watch their video on "Public Speaking."
2. Create a bulleted list of things you should do when speaking in public or to prepare for a public speaking activity.
Resources
Book Talk Rubric for 1st/6th/7th period
Book Talk Rubric for 4th period
Google Class Doc Link
1st period-Click here to open the Google Class Doc for your period.
4th period-Click here to open the Google Class Doc for your period.
6th period-Click here to open the Google Class Doc for your period.
7th period-Click here to open the Google Class Doc for your period.
Tuesday (4/11)
Announcements: Today is your last chance to update your Digital Journal (DJ). I have given you a very long extension on this assignment. I will begin grading DJ tomorrow. All grades are final-no make up opportunities or late work will be submitted. If you plan on ordering Chik-Fil-A for Thursday, your order and money is due by Wednesday (4/12) to Mr. Reed. 4th period, I did not forget about your reward for having the highest overall average in our last round of CommonLit assignments.
Friendly Reminders: If you have not submitted a link for your April Book Talk on your period's Google Class Doc. do it now! (Consider this your last reminder and warning.)
All periods-As a class, we continued working through the Georgia Milestones English Language Arts Study Guide. Today, we completed GAMS Practice Questions 120-125 in our Digital Journals. (Remember to highlight (yellow) the correct answer.)
Homework-Make sure your Digital Journal is updated and ready for a March and April check. (Remember, Digital Journal checks are test grades.) Practice for your Book Talk. They will start this Friday or Monday (4/17/21).
GAMS Practice Question 120
Item 24 (Selected Response)
Which sentence is the BEST way to revise the underlined sentence so that the paragraph is consistently written in the active voice?
We spent many of our summers on the Georgia Sea Islands. The music played by the residents there was inspiring. I would give anything to play that well.
A. The music was played by residents, and it was inspiring.
B. Music was played that was inspired by the residents.
C. Inspiring music was played by the residents.
D. The residents played inspiring music.
GAMS Practice Question 121
Item 25 (Selected Response)
What is the function of the underlined word in the sentence?
Reading is my favorite way to spend a quiet afternoon.
A. adjective
B. noun
C. preposition
D. verb
GAMS Practice Question 122
Item 26 (Selected Response)
Read the sentence.
The Harlem Renaissance an important period of artistic expression allowed for great cultural expression.
Which revision shows the correct use of commas to indicate a pause?
A. The Harlem Renaissance, an important period, of artistic expression allowed for great cultural expression.
B. The Harlem Renaissance an important period of, artistic expression, allowed for great cultural expression.
C. The Harlem Renaissance an important period of artistic expression, allowed for great, cultural expression.
D. The Harlem Renaissance, an important period of artistic expression, allowed for great cultural expression.
GAMS Practice Question 123
Item 27 (Selected Response)
Which underlined word contains a spelling error?
His facial reaction was quite quizical in nature.
A. facial
B. reaction
C. quizical
D. nature
GAMS Practice Question 124
Item 28 (Selected Response)
Jordan wants to use a quotation from the school principal in an article she is writing for the school newspaper about the sale of food on campus.
“We’ve explored a number of different options, from outside vendors to clubs that want to hold food sales, and we think there are some ways we can make this work.”
—Principal Gonzalez
Jordan has a strict word limit for her article, so she needs to omit a few words from the quotation.
Which sentence shows the BEST way to punctuate the omission?
A. “We’ve explored a number of different options, ... and we think there are some ways we can make this work.”
B. “We’ve explored a number of different options. And we think there are some ways we can make this work.”
C. “We’ve explored a number of different options, and we think there are some ways we can make this work.”
D. “We’ve explored a number of different options! And we think there are some ways we can make this work.”
GAMS Practice Question 125
Item 29 (Selected Response)
Read the sentence.
We _________ to go to the store again if we _______ out of milk.
Which words correctly complete the sentence with the appropriate verb mood?
A. might have/run
B. may have/ran
C. could have/had run
D. will have/were running
Resources
Book Talk Rubric for 1st/6th/7th period
Book Talk Rubric for 4th period
Google Class Doc Link
1st period-Click here to open the Google Class Doc for your period.
4th period-Click here to open the Google Class Doc for your period.
6th period-Click here to open the Google Class Doc for your period.
7th period-Click here to open the Google Class Doc for your period.
Wednesday
Announcements: If you plan on ordering Chik-Fil-A for Thursday, your order and money is due by Wednesday (4/12) to Mr. Reed. If you do not have a working Chromebook, please let any of your teachers know ASAP! 4th period, I did not forget about your reward for having the highest overall average in our last round of CommonLit assignments.
Apology from Mr. Reed: I always try to make sure you all have clear and concise directions/lesson summaries on our class website. However, the outline and instructions for today's class did not update for some unknown reason. This led to my learners having to rely on audio/verbal instructions in some classes until the information was updated this evening. Today was REALLY busy and my students were EXTREMELY NEEDY (insert fake smile), so I did not get a chance to make the adjustments in a timely manner. If you need extra time to complete any of the work from Monday to Wednesday, please get it done by Friday (or over the weekend at the latest).
Friendly Reminder: If you placed a CFA order for Thursday, please verify it (below) by today. I will send over your orders this afternoon for a Thursday pick up.
Note: Please come to class prepared. This includes having a charged Chromebook every day. If needed, bring your charger with you to school. Being unable to do your work because you are unprepared for class is your problem. It is not a Mr. Reed, your friend, or any of your peers type of problem. It's time to take ownership of your learning as well as your academic performance. You all are rising 9th graders and cannot use the excuse of having a dead Chromebook as a valid reason for missing/late/incomplete work.
All periods-Student Work Day. Complete the assignments listed below by the due date.
1. Complete the assessment over Mary Shelley's Frankenstein (links below). This test needs to be completed before the end of the period.
2. Read the section for Unit 3: Writing in the Georgia Milestones English Language Arts Study Guide (pg. 42-44). This will refresh your memory on types of writing (narrative) and essays (argumentative, informational, explanatory, etc.). Review the Key Terms (pg. 44-48) as needed. Carefully study the section on Important Tips for writing Argumentative/Informational/Explanatory Essays and Narrative Writing (pg. 49).
3. Complete Study Guide Sample Items 9-12 in your Digital Journal (pg. 53-56). Highlight (yellow) the correct questions for Item 9 & 10. Sample Item 11-use the R.A.P.P. or R.A.C.E. Strategy. If you are a great writer, you can also create a paragraph with a topic sentence and supporting details to complete this task.
4. Item 12 is an Extended Writing-Response that requires students to write an argumentative essay. Use the information you learned from reading Unit 3 and the Writer's Checklist to complete this task.
Homework-Make sure your Digital Journal is updated and ready for a March and April check. (Remember, Digital Journal checks are test grades.) Practice for your Book Talk.
Frankenstein Assessment
1st period-Click here to complete your assessment over Frankenstein.
4th period-Click here to complete your assessment over Frankenstein.
6th period-Click here to complete your assessment over Frankenstein
7th period (Group A)-Click here to complete your assessment over Frankenstein.
7th period (Group B)-Click here to complete your assessment over Frankenstein.
GAMS Practice Question 126
Item 9 (Selected Response)
How does the passage “Label the Meals” make a connection between labeling nutritional information in restaurants and people making healthy food choices?
A. by suggesting that healthy people are happy and lead more productive lives
B. by supplying statistics on the percentage of calories Americans consume while eating at restaurants
C. by highlighting the fact that the Affordable Care Act of 2010 mandates restaurant food labeling
D. by citing research that shows customers now consume an average of 400 fewer calories than prior to labeling
GAMS Practice Question 127
Item 10 (Selected Response)
Which evidence does the author of “We Don’t Need Labels” include to contradict the claim that customers order foods with fewer calories when restaurants post nutritional information?
A. personal stories about eating out with family and friends
B. an analysis of cash register records for restaurant customers
C. interviews with restaurant patrons talking about food
D. explanations and statistics from the Food and Drug Administration
GAMS Practice Question 128
Item 11 (Constructed Response)
Analyze how the authors of “Label the Meals” and “We Don’t Need Labels” each present conflicting arguments about requiring restaurants to label their foods.
Use details from BOTH passages to support your analysis. Write your answer on the lines on your answer document.
GAMS Practice Question 129
Item 12 (Extended Writing-Response)
Writing Task
There is currently a debate about labeling menu choices with nutritional information. Think about BOTH sides of the debate. Should restaurants and fast-food establishments be required to publish nutritional information on their menus? Write an argumentative essay in your own words supporting either side of the debate.
Be sure to use information from BOTH passages in your argumentative essay. (See the Writer's Checklist.)
Now write your argumentative essay on your answer document (inside of your Digital Journal). Refer to the Writer’s Checklist as you write and proofread your essay.
Chik-Fil-A Orders
Thursday (4/13)
Announcements: All 8th grade students will visit Lakeside High School from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. If you ordered lunch from Chik-Fil-A, your food will be ready for pickup before lunch. If you do not have a working Chromebook, please let any of your teachers know ASAP!
The following students need to see Mr. Reed during their class period: Ray (6th), Brooke (7th), MaKenzie (7th), and Zariyah (7th).
1st/4th period-Lakeside High School field trip.
5th/6th/7th period-Student Work Day. Please use these class periods to complete any previously assigned work or to conference/get assistance from your teacher.
Homework-Make sure your Digital Journal is updated and ready for a March and April check. (Remember, Digital Journal checks are test grades.) Practice for your Book Talk.
Friday (4/14)
All periods-Weekly recap.
Reflection 130
Create a list of skills/strategies that you will use to do your best on your upcoming Georgia Milestones assessments. (Refer to Reflection 116 (Reading Skills), Reflection 117 (Test Preparation), and Reflection 118 (Test Taking Skills).
Reflection 131
After watching BrainPop's video on Public Speaking, what skills/strategies will you use to prepare for/present your upcoming Book Talk?
Announcements: Field trip to Lakeside High School this Thursday (4/13). Book Talks start this Friday (4/14/2023). Last week before GAMS testing.
All periods-Submit a link to your Book Talk novel on your period's Google Class Doc. Quickwrite 115. Class discussed their answers for QW 115, watched a BrainPop's "Main Idea" video, and completed the interactive quiz to assess whole group comprehension. Next, students opened their Georgia Milestones English Language Arts Study Guide and as a class, we worked through Sample Questions 6-8 on Informational Text.
Homework-Reflection 116-119. Practice for your April Book Talk; presentations start this Friday. Make sure that you have submitted a link for your April Book Talk on your period's Google Class Doc.
Today's Strategies/Skills-Using context clues/synonyms to find the meaning of a word.
Quickwrite 115 (completed in class)
1. What is main idea?
2. What is central idea?
3. What is theme?
4. Explain how main idea differs from central idea and theme.
Reflection 116 (due 4/12/2023)
1. Use Clever to access BrainPop and watch their video on "Reading Skills."
2. Create a bulleted list of skills you should use to successfully read and comprehend literary texts.
Reflection 117 (due 4/12/2023)
1. Use Clever to access BrainPop and watch their video on "Test Preparation."
2. Create a bulleted list of things you should do to prepare for taking a big test.
Reflection 118 (due 4/12/2023)
1. Use Clever to access BrainPop and watch their video on "Test Taking Skills."
2. Create a bulleted list of skills you should use when taking a big test.
Reflection 119 (due 4/13/2023)
1. Use Clever to access BrainPop and watch their video on "Public Speaking."
2. Create a bulleted list of things you should do when speaking in public or to prepare for a public speaking activity.
Resources
Book Talk Rubric for 1st/6th/7th period
Book Talk Rubric for 4th period
Google Class Doc Link
1st period-Click here to open the Google Class Doc for your period.
4th period-Click here to open the Google Class Doc for your period.
6th period-Click here to open the Google Class Doc for your period.
7th period-Click here to open the Google Class Doc for your period.
Tuesday (4/11)
Announcements: Today is your last chance to update your Digital Journal (DJ). I have given you a very long extension on this assignment. I will begin grading DJ tomorrow. All grades are final-no make up opportunities or late work will be submitted. If you plan on ordering Chik-Fil-A for Thursday, your order and money is due by Wednesday (4/12) to Mr. Reed. 4th period, I did not forget about your reward for having the highest overall average in our last round of CommonLit assignments.
Friendly Reminders: If you have not submitted a link for your April Book Talk on your period's Google Class Doc. do it now! (Consider this your last reminder and warning.)
All periods-As a class, we continued working through the Georgia Milestones English Language Arts Study Guide. Today, we completed GAMS Practice Questions 120-125 in our Digital Journals. (Remember to highlight (yellow) the correct answer.)
Homework-Make sure your Digital Journal is updated and ready for a March and April check. (Remember, Digital Journal checks are test grades.) Practice for your Book Talk. They will start this Friday or Monday (4/17/21).
GAMS Practice Question 120
Item 24 (Selected Response)
Which sentence is the BEST way to revise the underlined sentence so that the paragraph is consistently written in the active voice?
We spent many of our summers on the Georgia Sea Islands. The music played by the residents there was inspiring. I would give anything to play that well.
A. The music was played by residents, and it was inspiring.
B. Music was played that was inspired by the residents.
C. Inspiring music was played by the residents.
D. The residents played inspiring music.
GAMS Practice Question 121
Item 25 (Selected Response)
What is the function of the underlined word in the sentence?
Reading is my favorite way to spend a quiet afternoon.
A. adjective
B. noun
C. preposition
D. verb
GAMS Practice Question 122
Item 26 (Selected Response)
Read the sentence.
The Harlem Renaissance an important period of artistic expression allowed for great cultural expression.
Which revision shows the correct use of commas to indicate a pause?
A. The Harlem Renaissance, an important period, of artistic expression allowed for great cultural expression.
B. The Harlem Renaissance an important period of, artistic expression, allowed for great cultural expression.
C. The Harlem Renaissance an important period of artistic expression, allowed for great, cultural expression.
D. The Harlem Renaissance, an important period of artistic expression, allowed for great cultural expression.
GAMS Practice Question 123
Item 27 (Selected Response)
Which underlined word contains a spelling error?
His facial reaction was quite quizical in nature.
A. facial
B. reaction
C. quizical
D. nature
GAMS Practice Question 124
Item 28 (Selected Response)
Jordan wants to use a quotation from the school principal in an article she is writing for the school newspaper about the sale of food on campus.
“We’ve explored a number of different options, from outside vendors to clubs that want to hold food sales, and we think there are some ways we can make this work.”
—Principal Gonzalez
Jordan has a strict word limit for her article, so she needs to omit a few words from the quotation.
Which sentence shows the BEST way to punctuate the omission?
A. “We’ve explored a number of different options, ... and we think there are some ways we can make this work.”
B. “We’ve explored a number of different options. And we think there are some ways we can make this work.”
C. “We’ve explored a number of different options, and we think there are some ways we can make this work.”
D. “We’ve explored a number of different options! And we think there are some ways we can make this work.”
GAMS Practice Question 125
Item 29 (Selected Response)
Read the sentence.
We _________ to go to the store again if we _______ out of milk.
Which words correctly complete the sentence with the appropriate verb mood?
A. might have/run
B. may have/ran
C. could have/had run
D. will have/were running
Resources
Book Talk Rubric for 1st/6th/7th period
Book Talk Rubric for 4th period
Google Class Doc Link
1st period-Click here to open the Google Class Doc for your period.
4th period-Click here to open the Google Class Doc for your period.
6th period-Click here to open the Google Class Doc for your period.
7th period-Click here to open the Google Class Doc for your period.
Wednesday
Announcements: If you plan on ordering Chik-Fil-A for Thursday, your order and money is due by Wednesday (4/12) to Mr. Reed. If you do not have a working Chromebook, please let any of your teachers know ASAP! 4th period, I did not forget about your reward for having the highest overall average in our last round of CommonLit assignments.
Apology from Mr. Reed: I always try to make sure you all have clear and concise directions/lesson summaries on our class website. However, the outline and instructions for today's class did not update for some unknown reason. This led to my learners having to rely on audio/verbal instructions in some classes until the information was updated this evening. Today was REALLY busy and my students were EXTREMELY NEEDY (insert fake smile), so I did not get a chance to make the adjustments in a timely manner. If you need extra time to complete any of the work from Monday to Wednesday, please get it done by Friday (or over the weekend at the latest).
Friendly Reminder: If you placed a CFA order for Thursday, please verify it (below) by today. I will send over your orders this afternoon for a Thursday pick up.
Note: Please come to class prepared. This includes having a charged Chromebook every day. If needed, bring your charger with you to school. Being unable to do your work because you are unprepared for class is your problem. It is not a Mr. Reed, your friend, or any of your peers type of problem. It's time to take ownership of your learning as well as your academic performance. You all are rising 9th graders and cannot use the excuse of having a dead Chromebook as a valid reason for missing/late/incomplete work.
All periods-Student Work Day. Complete the assignments listed below by the due date.
1. Complete the assessment over Mary Shelley's Frankenstein (links below). This test needs to be completed before the end of the period.
2. Read the section for Unit 3: Writing in the Georgia Milestones English Language Arts Study Guide (pg. 42-44). This will refresh your memory on types of writing (narrative) and essays (argumentative, informational, explanatory, etc.). Review the Key Terms (pg. 44-48) as needed. Carefully study the section on Important Tips for writing Argumentative/Informational/Explanatory Essays and Narrative Writing (pg. 49).
3. Complete Study Guide Sample Items 9-12 in your Digital Journal (pg. 53-56). Highlight (yellow) the correct questions for Item 9 & 10. Sample Item 11-use the R.A.P.P. or R.A.C.E. Strategy. If you are a great writer, you can also create a paragraph with a topic sentence and supporting details to complete this task.
4. Item 12 is an Extended Writing-Response that requires students to write an argumentative essay. Use the information you learned from reading Unit 3 and the Writer's Checklist to complete this task.
Homework-Make sure your Digital Journal is updated and ready for a March and April check. (Remember, Digital Journal checks are test grades.) Practice for your Book Talk.
Frankenstein Assessment
1st period-Click here to complete your assessment over Frankenstein.
4th period-Click here to complete your assessment over Frankenstein.
6th period-Click here to complete your assessment over Frankenstein
7th period (Group A)-Click here to complete your assessment over Frankenstein.
7th period (Group B)-Click here to complete your assessment over Frankenstein.
GAMS Practice Question 126
Item 9 (Selected Response)
How does the passage “Label the Meals” make a connection between labeling nutritional information in restaurants and people making healthy food choices?
A. by suggesting that healthy people are happy and lead more productive lives
B. by supplying statistics on the percentage of calories Americans consume while eating at restaurants
C. by highlighting the fact that the Affordable Care Act of 2010 mandates restaurant food labeling
D. by citing research that shows customers now consume an average of 400 fewer calories than prior to labeling
GAMS Practice Question 127
Item 10 (Selected Response)
Which evidence does the author of “We Don’t Need Labels” include to contradict the claim that customers order foods with fewer calories when restaurants post nutritional information?
A. personal stories about eating out with family and friends
B. an analysis of cash register records for restaurant customers
C. interviews with restaurant patrons talking about food
D. explanations and statistics from the Food and Drug Administration
GAMS Practice Question 128
Item 11 (Constructed Response)
Analyze how the authors of “Label the Meals” and “We Don’t Need Labels” each present conflicting arguments about requiring restaurants to label their foods.
Use details from BOTH passages to support your analysis. Write your answer on the lines on your answer document.
GAMS Practice Question 129
Item 12 (Extended Writing-Response)
Writing Task
There is currently a debate about labeling menu choices with nutritional information. Think about BOTH sides of the debate. Should restaurants and fast-food establishments be required to publish nutritional information on their menus? Write an argumentative essay in your own words supporting either side of the debate.
Be sure to use information from BOTH passages in your argumentative essay. (See the Writer's Checklist.)
Now write your argumentative essay on your answer document (inside of your Digital Journal). Refer to the Writer’s Checklist as you write and proofread your essay.
Chik-Fil-A Orders
- Regular Chicken Sandwich Meal ($8) -Martha, Judah, Max, Everett, Dylan, Vivianna, Emily V. M., Isabella V., Kim M. (no pickles), Kim R., Forrest, Henry, Alejandro, Jack M. (CFA), Dustin, Elena, Leah K., Kimora, Ava K., Valeria, Braydon, and Melina.
- Spicy Chicken Sandwich Meal ($9) - Lil Dee, Crissith (no pickles), Michelle, Danna V., Serena, Danna C., Nataly, Zaria, Jose, Andy G., Makayla, Raeille, Tyti, Devon, Tyasia (HM), Evon (CFA), Daniel, Emily S. Jack M., and Heaven
- 8ct. Nugget Meal ($8) -Andrea (ketchup), Ismarlin (ketchup), Jhuenseo (CFA sauce), Brooke (Poly), Kherrington (Poly), Daniel (CFA/nuggets only), Emily S. (ketchup/nuggets only), and MacKenzie (Poly/CFA)
- 12 ct. Nugget Meal ($10) - Kimora (nuggets only/CFA)
Thursday (4/13)
Announcements: All 8th grade students will visit Lakeside High School from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. If you ordered lunch from Chik-Fil-A, your food will be ready for pickup before lunch. If you do not have a working Chromebook, please let any of your teachers know ASAP!
The following students need to see Mr. Reed during their class period: Ray (6th), Brooke (7th), MaKenzie (7th), and Zariyah (7th).
1st/4th period-Lakeside High School field trip.
5th/6th/7th period-Student Work Day. Please use these class periods to complete any previously assigned work or to conference/get assistance from your teacher.
Homework-Make sure your Digital Journal is updated and ready for a March and April check. (Remember, Digital Journal checks are test grades.) Practice for your Book Talk.
Friday (4/14)
All periods-Weekly recap.
- Remember main idea and central idea are synonymous; they mean the same thing. (You may see questions on the GAMS assessment that use the terms interchangeably.) If you need help understanding Main Idea, refer to your notes in QW115, watch BrainPop's interactive video on Main Idea, or ask Mr. Reed for assistance.
- Theme and main idea are not the same. BrainPop also have a very helpful video on Theme which does a great job of explaining what it is and what it is not (plot or main/central idea).
- Active voice is . . . and passive voice is . . . Remember the BrainPop video on Active and Passive Voice we watched earlier this week; it's a great visual learning support.
- Review the Parts of Speech to be able to identify how words function in a section. (Resource: BrainPop's Parts of Speech video. BrainPop also has individual videos on specific parts of speech.)
- Review punctuation marks. It's important to understand which items create a pause, end a sentence, ask a question, express excitement, etc. (Resource: BrainPop's has individual videos on specific parts of speech.)
Reflection 130
Create a list of skills/strategies that you will use to do your best on your upcoming Georgia Milestones assessments. (Refer to Reflection 116 (Reading Skills), Reflection 117 (Test Preparation), and Reflection 118 (Test Taking Skills).
Reflection 131
After watching BrainPop's video on Public Speaking, what skills/strategies will you use to prepare for/present your upcoming Book Talk?
Here are your assignments for the week of April 25-29, 2022
Monday (4/25)
Friendly Reminder: Today, 8th grade students will take the Georgia Milestones Science Test (Sections 1 & 2).
1st period (11:30 a.m. – 1:10 p.m.) - No class due to GAMS Science Testing.
Lunch-12:15 p.m.
2nd period (1:15 p.m. – 1:55 p.m.) - Connections
6th period (2:00 p.m. – 2:55 p.m.) - Student Work Day.
7th period (3:00 p.m. – 3:55 p.m.) - Student Work Day.
Dismissal - 4:00 p.m.
Tuesday (4/26)
Friendly Reminder: Today, 8th grade students will take the Georgia Milestones Social Studies Test (Sections 1 & 2).
1st period -11:30 a.m. – 1:10 p.m.
Lunch-12:15 p.m.
3rd period-1:15 p.m. – 1:55 p.m.
6th period- 2:00 p.m. – 2:55 p.m.
7th period- 3:00 p.m. – 3:55 p.m.
Dismissal - 4:00 p.m.
Wednesday (4/27)
Announcements: Morning Announcements. Today will be a regular instructional day. Welcome back! Grades for the 13.5 Progress Report will be posted this Friday. Due to GAMS Testing, we have not assigned any new homework assignments during your testing days. We have also been very lenient and allowed extended time (in and outside of class) to complete missing/late work. I will be grading all outstanding work in CommonLit and Flocabulary over the next day or so. If you receive a zero, the grade is permanent. Those assignments are at least one month old and I do not have time to grade these assignments for a third time. (See me if you have any issues or need further assistance/explanation.) Note: This evening (4/27) is Parent-Teacher Conference Night.
1st/4th period-Student Work Day. Students worked on completing missing work in CommonLit and Flocabulary. I will repost grades tomorrow for the 13.5 Progress Report. (Students who finished their work in 4th period, completed the Sorry, Wrong Number Quizizz for a bonus grade.)
6th/7th period-Students completed the Sorry, Wrong Number Quizizz. Afterwards, we logged into Quizlet and reviewed The Hitchhiker Vocabulary Set. We concluded class by playing a few rounds of Quizlet Live in teams.
Homework-Review The Hitchhiker Vocabulary Set in Quizlet to prepare for tomorrow interactive reading of "The Hitchhiker" by Lucille Fletcher.
Thursday (4/28)
1st period-Introduction to Suspense by Lucille Fletcher Learning Module. Discussion about the 1930s, radio plays, and women authors of the time period. Class began reading Fletcher's famous radio play "Sorry, Wrong Number."
4th/6th/7th period-Briefly review The Hitchhiker Vocabulary Set on Quizlet. The class played a few rounds of Quizlet Live over The Hitchhiker Vocabulary Set. We completed an interactive reading of "The Hitchhiker" by Lucille Fletcher. (Click here for a dramatic reading of the radio play "The Hitchhiker.") Class discussion over the elements used in the story and how the author incorporated them to create a classic work.
Homework-None.
Friday(4/29)
1st period-Class recapped the plot of Lucille Fletcher's "Sorry, Wrong Number. Next, we watched the final scene of Sorry, Wrong Number and identified moments of suspense and similarities/differences between the radio play and its film adaptation.
4th/6th/7th period-Recap of the plot of Lucille Fletcher's "The Hitchhiker." Next, we watched the film adaptation (teleplay) of "The Hitchhiker" (The Twilight Zone/S1 E16). As a class, we compared the similarities and differences between the radio play and its film adaptation.
Homework-None
Friendly Reminder: Today, 8th grade students will take the Georgia Milestones Science Test (Sections 1 & 2).
1st period (11:30 a.m. – 1:10 p.m.) - No class due to GAMS Science Testing.
Lunch-12:15 p.m.
2nd period (1:15 p.m. – 1:55 p.m.) - Connections
6th period (2:00 p.m. – 2:55 p.m.) - Student Work Day.
7th period (3:00 p.m. – 3:55 p.m.) - Student Work Day.
Dismissal - 4:00 p.m.
Tuesday (4/26)
Friendly Reminder: Today, 8th grade students will take the Georgia Milestones Social Studies Test (Sections 1 & 2).
1st period -11:30 a.m. – 1:10 p.m.
Lunch-12:15 p.m.
3rd period-1:15 p.m. – 1:55 p.m.
6th period- 2:00 p.m. – 2:55 p.m.
7th period- 3:00 p.m. – 3:55 p.m.
Dismissal - 4:00 p.m.
Wednesday (4/27)
Announcements: Morning Announcements. Today will be a regular instructional day. Welcome back! Grades for the 13.5 Progress Report will be posted this Friday. Due to GAMS Testing, we have not assigned any new homework assignments during your testing days. We have also been very lenient and allowed extended time (in and outside of class) to complete missing/late work. I will be grading all outstanding work in CommonLit and Flocabulary over the next day or so. If you receive a zero, the grade is permanent. Those assignments are at least one month old and I do not have time to grade these assignments for a third time. (See me if you have any issues or need further assistance/explanation.) Note: This evening (4/27) is Parent-Teacher Conference Night.
1st/4th period-Student Work Day. Students worked on completing missing work in CommonLit and Flocabulary. I will repost grades tomorrow for the 13.5 Progress Report. (Students who finished their work in 4th period, completed the Sorry, Wrong Number Quizizz for a bonus grade.)
6th/7th period-Students completed the Sorry, Wrong Number Quizizz. Afterwards, we logged into Quizlet and reviewed The Hitchhiker Vocabulary Set. We concluded class by playing a few rounds of Quizlet Live in teams.
Homework-Review The Hitchhiker Vocabulary Set in Quizlet to prepare for tomorrow interactive reading of "The Hitchhiker" by Lucille Fletcher.
Thursday (4/28)
1st period-Introduction to Suspense by Lucille Fletcher Learning Module. Discussion about the 1930s, radio plays, and women authors of the time period. Class began reading Fletcher's famous radio play "Sorry, Wrong Number."
4th/6th/7th period-Briefly review The Hitchhiker Vocabulary Set on Quizlet. The class played a few rounds of Quizlet Live over The Hitchhiker Vocabulary Set. We completed an interactive reading of "The Hitchhiker" by Lucille Fletcher. (Click here for a dramatic reading of the radio play "The Hitchhiker.") Class discussion over the elements used in the story and how the author incorporated them to create a classic work.
Homework-None.
Friday(4/29)
1st period-Class recapped the plot of Lucille Fletcher's "Sorry, Wrong Number. Next, we watched the final scene of Sorry, Wrong Number and identified moments of suspense and similarities/differences between the radio play and its film adaptation.
4th/6th/7th period-Recap of the plot of Lucille Fletcher's "The Hitchhiker." Next, we watched the film adaptation (teleplay) of "The Hitchhiker" (The Twilight Zone/S1 E16). As a class, we compared the similarities and differences between the radio play and its film adaptation.
Homework-None
Here are your assignments for the week of April 18-22, 2022
Monday (4/18)
Friendly Reminders: All grade levels will complete Section 1 of the Georgia Milestones English Language Arts Assessment. See below for today's modified instructional schedule. (You will only have 2nd, 4th, and 6th period today.) Also, grades for the 13.5 Progress Report will be posted on 4/22/2022. And lastly, Happy Birthday Chris M. and Soriyah. Click here for your morning announcements.
Lunch (12:00 p.m. - 12:55 p.m.) - Students will eat lunch on team during this time period.
2nd period (1:00 p.m. - 1:45 p.m.) - Connections.
4th period (1:50 p.m. - 2.55 p.m.) - Class Discussion over upcoming assignments, activities, and events.
6th period (3:00 p.m. - 3:55 p.m.) - Introduction to Suspense by Lucille Fletcher Learning Module. Discussion about the 1930s, radio plays, and women authors of the time period. Class began reading Fletcher's famous radio play "Sorry, Wrong Number."
Homework- Continue reviewing/studying the English Language Arts Georgia Milestone Practice Assessment and your notes/practice questions in your Digital Journal. You will take Section 2 and 3 of the Georgia Milestone English Language Arts Assessment this week.
Georgia Milestones End-of-Grade Testing Schedule
Monday, April 18-ELA Section 1
Tuesday, April 19-ELA Section 2
Wednesday, April 20-ELA Section 3
Thursday, April 21-Mathematics Section 1
Friday, April 22-Mathematics Section 2
Monday, April 25 (8th grade only)-Science Sections 1 & 2
Tuesday, April 26 (8th grade only)-Social Studies Sections 1& 2
Wednesday, April 27-Make-up Day
Thursday, April 28-Make-up Day
Friday, April 29-Material Check-in/No Testing
Tuesday (4/19)
Lunch (12:00 p.m. to 1:10 p.m.): Lunch may not start on time due to GAMS Testing.
3rd period (1:00 to 1:45 p.m.) : Connections
5th period (1:50 p.m. to 2:55 p.m.) - Student Work Day.
7th period (3:00 p.m. to 3:55 p.m.) -Introduction to Suspense by Lucille Fletcher Learning Module. Discussion about the 1930s, radio plays, and women authors of the time period. Class began reading Fletcher's famous radio play "Sorry, Wrong Number."
Resource
Georgia Milestone Practice Test (All subjects)
Wednesday (4/20)
Lunch (12:00 p.m. - 12:55 p.m.) - Students will eat lunch on team during this time period.
2nd period (1:00 p.m. - 1:45 p.m.) - Connections.
4th period (1:50 p.m. - 2.55 p.m.) - Introduction to Suspense by Lucille Fletcher Learning Module. Discussion about the 1930s, radio plays, and women authors of the time period. Class began reading Fletcher's famous radio play "Sorry, Wrong Number."
6th period (3:00 p.m. - 3:55 p.m.) - Introduction to Suspense by Lucille Fletcher Learning Module. Discussion about the 1930s, radio plays, and women authors of the time period. Class began reading Fletcher's famous radio play "Sorry, Wrong Number."
Resource
Sorry, Wrong Number (Radio Play)
Sorry, Wrong Number (Movie-final scene)
Friendly Reminders: All grade levels will complete Section 1 of the Georgia Milestones English Language Arts Assessment. See below for today's modified instructional schedule. (You will only have 2nd, 4th, and 6th period today.) Also, grades for the 13.5 Progress Report will be posted on 4/22/2022. And lastly, Happy Birthday Chris M. and Soriyah. Click here for your morning announcements.
Lunch (12:00 p.m. - 12:55 p.m.) - Students will eat lunch on team during this time period.
2nd period (1:00 p.m. - 1:45 p.m.) - Connections.
4th period (1:50 p.m. - 2.55 p.m.) - Class Discussion over upcoming assignments, activities, and events.
6th period (3:00 p.m. - 3:55 p.m.) - Introduction to Suspense by Lucille Fletcher Learning Module. Discussion about the 1930s, radio plays, and women authors of the time period. Class began reading Fletcher's famous radio play "Sorry, Wrong Number."
Homework- Continue reviewing/studying the English Language Arts Georgia Milestone Practice Assessment and your notes/practice questions in your Digital Journal. You will take Section 2 and 3 of the Georgia Milestone English Language Arts Assessment this week.
Georgia Milestones End-of-Grade Testing Schedule
Monday, April 18-ELA Section 1
Tuesday, April 19-ELA Section 2
Wednesday, April 20-ELA Section 3
Thursday, April 21-Mathematics Section 1
Friday, April 22-Mathematics Section 2
Monday, April 25 (8th grade only)-Science Sections 1 & 2
Tuesday, April 26 (8th grade only)-Social Studies Sections 1& 2
Wednesday, April 27-Make-up Day
Thursday, April 28-Make-up Day
Friday, April 29-Material Check-in/No Testing
Tuesday (4/19)
Lunch (12:00 p.m. to 1:10 p.m.): Lunch may not start on time due to GAMS Testing.
3rd period (1:00 to 1:45 p.m.) : Connections
5th period (1:50 p.m. to 2:55 p.m.) - Student Work Day.
7th period (3:00 p.m. to 3:55 p.m.) -Introduction to Suspense by Lucille Fletcher Learning Module. Discussion about the 1930s, radio plays, and women authors of the time period. Class began reading Fletcher's famous radio play "Sorry, Wrong Number."
Resource
Georgia Milestone Practice Test (All subjects)
Wednesday (4/20)
Lunch (12:00 p.m. - 12:55 p.m.) - Students will eat lunch on team during this time period.
2nd period (1:00 p.m. - 1:45 p.m.) - Connections.
4th period (1:50 p.m. - 2.55 p.m.) - Introduction to Suspense by Lucille Fletcher Learning Module. Discussion about the 1930s, radio plays, and women authors of the time period. Class began reading Fletcher's famous radio play "Sorry, Wrong Number."
6th period (3:00 p.m. - 3:55 p.m.) - Introduction to Suspense by Lucille Fletcher Learning Module. Discussion about the 1930s, radio plays, and women authors of the time period. Class began reading Fletcher's famous radio play "Sorry, Wrong Number."
Resource
Sorry, Wrong Number (Radio Play)
Sorry, Wrong Number (Movie-final scene)
Here are your assignments for the week of April 11-15, 2022
Monday (4/11)
Friendly Reminder: Six Flags permission slip and money due this Friday (4/15/22).
All periods-Students continued working on practice questions for the English Language Arts Georgia Milestone Practice Assessment (start on page 14). Today in class, we covered practice questions 2, 3, & 4. Practice question 2 was done in class. Practice questions 3 & 4 should be done in your Digital Journals (DJ) as GAMS Practice Question 50 and 51 (see my DJ to copy and paste).
During today's lesson, we focused on using the following test-taking strategies:
1. Read the question first before reading long passages.
2. Use the R.A.P.P. Strategy to create great constructed responses.
Homework-Complete GAMS Practice Questions 50-51 in your DJ (due tomorrow). Complete Flocabulary learning modules: Test-Taking Vocabulary and Test-Taking Strategies (due Wednesday).
GAMS Practice Question 50
Explain how paragraph 4 of “Houdini” develops the concept that Houdini relied on his own abilities rather than trickery. Use details from the passage to support your answer. Write your answer on the lines on your answer document. (DOK 2)
GAMS Practice Question 51
Harry Houdini achieved fame and success in his work as an illusionist. Think about the ideas in BOTH passages. Then write an informational essay in your own words explaining how Houdini achieved success as an illusionist. Be sure to use information from BOTH passages in your informational essay.
Resources
English Language Arts Georgia Milestone Practice Assessment
Click here to view Mr. Reed's Digital Journal
R.A.P.P. Strategy
Google Class Doc
1st period, click here to open your period's Google Class Doc.
4th period, click here to open your period's Google Class Doc.
6th period, click here to open your period's Google Class Doc.
7th period, click here to open your period's Google Class Doc.
Progress Check
Tuesday (4/12)
All periods-Open my Digital Journal (DJ). Scroll down to GAMS Practice Question 53. Copy and paste the entire prompt into your DJ. Follow the instructions and use the Writing Trait (1 & 2) rubrics (pgs. 97-98) in the English Language Arts Georgia Milestone Practice Assessment to identify why the student example received maximum (all 7) points.
Pro Tip: Use the Comments feature in Word to highlight text and add comments that explain the student's ability to create a coherent/organized work while executing proper use of language/writing conventions.
During today's lesson, we focused on using the following test-taking strategies:
1. Do not waste valuable time reading the entire rubric. Focus on the contents of the highest scoring category/categories.
2. When producing rubric-based work, try your best to ensure your product contains all of the requirements/elements listed in the highest scoring category/categories.
Task for GAMS PQ 52
1. Read the Student Model Example of a Seven-Point Response (Informational Essay)
2. Review the Criteria column for 4 points in the Writing Trait 1 rubric (pg. 97).
3. Review the Criteria column for 3 points in the Writing Trait 2 rubric (pg. 98).
4. Explain why the student model received the maximum (7) points by presenting text-based examples that validate the scoring.
Homework-See Monday's Progress Check. Complete all GAMS Practice Question examples in your Digital Journal.
Resources
English Language Arts Georgia Milestone Practice Assessment
Click here to view Mr. Reed's Digital Journal
R.A.P.P. Strategy
Google Class Doc
1st period, click here to open your period's Google Class Doc.
4th period, click here to open your period's Google Class Doc.
6th period, click here to open your period's Google Class Doc.
7th period, click here to open your period's Google Class Doc.
Wednesday (4/13)
All periods-Focus lesson on Understanding Figurative Language. Today we reviewed the definitions of the types of figurative language and identified examples in literary texts (stories, dramas, and poems).
Figurative language: To understand figurative language, you need to distinguish between literal and figurative meanings of words and phrases. Literal refers to the actual meaning of a word or phrase. For example, if someone tells you to open the door, you can open a physical door. If someone tells you to open the door to your heart, you are not expected to find a door in your chest. Instead, you open up your feelings and emotions.
GAMS Practice Question 53a
Define any unknown literary terms:
(Note: Most can be found on pgs. 25-27 in the English Language Arts Georgia Milestone Practice Assessment)
GAMS Practice Question 53b
Define any unknown figurative language terms:
(Note: Most can be found on pgs. 25-27 in the English Language Arts Georgia Milestone Practice Assessment)
GAMS Practice Question 53c
Read "Sarah Cynthia Sylvia Stout" by Shel Silverstein. Use the poem to identify examples of:
“It raised the roof, it broke the wall…”
“That finally it touched the sky…”
“The garbage reached across the state…”
Each example exaggerates the ongoing growth of the garbage, starting first within the house, then outside of the house, and then crossing state lines. This is exaggeration because none of these things can really happen. Piles of garbage could never have the ability to reach the sky or break down walls.
Note-The impact of exaggeration is used to show time, progress of the plot, and humor.
Above and Beyond (Optional Activity for academic enrichment): There are ellipses strategically placed in the poem. Can you find examples of the ellipses and explain why the author used each in the poem?
Homework-Complete Figurative Language as well as the Alliteration and Assonance Flocabulary Learning Modules (due Thursday).
Tip: If needed, review the following learning modules in BrainPop and Flocabulary: Allusions, Idioms, Similes and Metaphors
The literary passages in the English Language Arts test are used to identify main ideas and details, cite evidence, make inferences, determine themes, and understand vocabulary. You may be asked to write a narrative in response to a prompt based on a literary passage.
Key Ideas and Details
• Think about the passage and visualize, or make a mental picture, as you read.
• Look for ideas and details that tell you what the passage is about.
• Use these ideas and details when writing or speaking about the passage.
• Look for a theme and/or central idea as you read. Think about how the author develops and supports this theme or central idea over the course of the passage.
• Think about how particular lines of dialogue or incidents in the passage propel the action, reveal aspects of character, or provoke a decision.
• Summarize the passage in a way that makes it impossible to determine your personal feelings about the passage.
Thursday (4/14)
Announcement: Tomorrow is the last day to turn in Six Flags permission slips and money. Also, do not forget your ice cream truck money; they'll be here tomorrow at 12:30 p.m.
All periods-Recapped this week's GAMS practice questions. Mini-lesson on Figurative Language. We watched a video by BrainPop on Figurative Language. As a class, we completed the interactive quiz on BrainPop. Students used the remainder of class to work on their Digital Journals and Flocabulary assignments.
Homework-Complete any incomplete/missing/late work assignments from this week.
Friday(4/15)
All periods-Create KWL Chart 54 (Test-Taking Skills and Strategies). Class watched Test Preparation and Test-Taking Skills on BrainPop. While watching the videos, the students added test-taking skills and strategies learned in their KWL Chart. Next, we watched Flocabulary's Test-Taking Strategies video. As a class, we discussed how we were going to prepare to take the test, and what skills/strategies we would use to do our best of the assessment. (Check our Mr. Reed's KWL Chart 54 for a listing of the best skills and strategies from today's videos.)
KWL Chart 54 (Test-Taking Skills and Strategies)
Create a 3x2 KWL Chart. Name it KWL Chart 54 (Test-Taking Skills and Strategies). In the What I Know column, list valuable test-taking skills and strategies that you have learned. Under What I Want to Know, list anything that you want to know regarding preparing for/taking a big test.
Homework-Hopefully, you have been working on the English Language Arts Georgia Milestone Practice Assessment as directed. I reviewed questions up to page 28 (Pony Express) in class. Work through the rest of the sample questions individually, with a partner, or in a study group (Item 31 ends on page 76). Pro Tip: Break up your study sessions over the weekend. Do a few questions tonight, some tomorrow (Saturday), and finish on Sunday.
Friendly Reminder: Six Flags permission slip and money due this Friday (4/15/22).
All periods-Students continued working on practice questions for the English Language Arts Georgia Milestone Practice Assessment (start on page 14). Today in class, we covered practice questions 2, 3, & 4. Practice question 2 was done in class. Practice questions 3 & 4 should be done in your Digital Journals (DJ) as GAMS Practice Question 50 and 51 (see my DJ to copy and paste).
During today's lesson, we focused on using the following test-taking strategies:
1. Read the question first before reading long passages.
2. Use the R.A.P.P. Strategy to create great constructed responses.
Homework-Complete GAMS Practice Questions 50-51 in your DJ (due tomorrow). Complete Flocabulary learning modules: Test-Taking Vocabulary and Test-Taking Strategies (due Wednesday).
GAMS Practice Question 50
Explain how paragraph 4 of “Houdini” develops the concept that Houdini relied on his own abilities rather than trickery. Use details from the passage to support your answer. Write your answer on the lines on your answer document. (DOK 2)
GAMS Practice Question 51
Harry Houdini achieved fame and success in his work as an illusionist. Think about the ideas in BOTH passages. Then write an informational essay in your own words explaining how Houdini achieved success as an illusionist. Be sure to use information from BOTH passages in your informational essay.
Resources
English Language Arts Georgia Milestone Practice Assessment
Click here to view Mr. Reed's Digital Journal
R.A.P.P. Strategy
Google Class Doc
1st period, click here to open your period's Google Class Doc.
4th period, click here to open your period's Google Class Doc.
6th period, click here to open your period's Google Class Doc.
7th period, click here to open your period's Google Class Doc.
Progress Check
- You have submitted a working link to your DJ on your period's Spring 2022 Google Class Doc
- Your DJ IS up-to-date (includes all entries up to GAMS 51)
- You completed the Test-Taking Vocabulary Learning Module in Flocabulary (due 4/13/2022)
- You completed the Test-Taking Strategies Learning Module in Flocabulary (due 4/13/2022)
Tuesday (4/12)
All periods-Open my Digital Journal (DJ). Scroll down to GAMS Practice Question 53. Copy and paste the entire prompt into your DJ. Follow the instructions and use the Writing Trait (1 & 2) rubrics (pgs. 97-98) in the English Language Arts Georgia Milestone Practice Assessment to identify why the student example received maximum (all 7) points.
Pro Tip: Use the Comments feature in Word to highlight text and add comments that explain the student's ability to create a coherent/organized work while executing proper use of language/writing conventions.
During today's lesson, we focused on using the following test-taking strategies:
1. Do not waste valuable time reading the entire rubric. Focus on the contents of the highest scoring category/categories.
2. When producing rubric-based work, try your best to ensure your product contains all of the requirements/elements listed in the highest scoring category/categories.
Task for GAMS PQ 52
1. Read the Student Model Example of a Seven-Point Response (Informational Essay)
2. Review the Criteria column for 4 points in the Writing Trait 1 rubric (pg. 97).
3. Review the Criteria column for 3 points in the Writing Trait 2 rubric (pg. 98).
4. Explain why the student model received the maximum (7) points by presenting text-based examples that validate the scoring.
Homework-See Monday's Progress Check. Complete all GAMS Practice Question examples in your Digital Journal.
Resources
English Language Arts Georgia Milestone Practice Assessment
Click here to view Mr. Reed's Digital Journal
R.A.P.P. Strategy
Google Class Doc
1st period, click here to open your period's Google Class Doc.
4th period, click here to open your period's Google Class Doc.
6th period, click here to open your period's Google Class Doc.
7th period, click here to open your period's Google Class Doc.
Wednesday (4/13)
All periods-Focus lesson on Understanding Figurative Language. Today we reviewed the definitions of the types of figurative language and identified examples in literary texts (stories, dramas, and poems).
Figurative language: To understand figurative language, you need to distinguish between literal and figurative meanings of words and phrases. Literal refers to the actual meaning of a word or phrase. For example, if someone tells you to open the door, you can open a physical door. If someone tells you to open the door to your heart, you are not expected to find a door in your chest. Instead, you open up your feelings and emotions.
GAMS Practice Question 53a
Define any unknown literary terms:
(Note: Most can be found on pgs. 25-27 in the English Language Arts Georgia Milestone Practice Assessment)
- Literary texts
- Inference
- Theme
- Central Idea
- Objective Summary
- Characterization
- Setting
- Plot
- Resolution
- Dialogue
- Incident
- Propel the action
- Connotative Language
- Denotation
- Tone
- Analogy
- Structure
- Point of View
- Dramatic Irony
- Situational Irony
- Verbal Irony
- Genre
- Foreshadowing
- Flashback
- Chronological Order
- Cause and Effect
- Compare and Contrast
- Juxtaposition
- Synopsis
GAMS Practice Question 53b
Define any unknown figurative language terms:
(Note: Most can be found on pgs. 25-27 in the English Language Arts Georgia Milestone Practice Assessment)
- Personification
- Simile
- Metaphor
- Extended Metaphor
- Hyperbole
- Idiom
- Alliteration
- Allusion
- Onomatopoeia
GAMS Practice Question 53c
Read "Sarah Cynthia Sylvia Stout" by Shel Silverstein. Use the poem to identify examples of:
- Alliteration (multiple examples)
- Hyperbole (multiple examples)
- What is the tone of the poem? Provide examples from the poem that illustrate the tone.
“It raised the roof, it broke the wall…”
“That finally it touched the sky…”
“The garbage reached across the state…”
Each example exaggerates the ongoing growth of the garbage, starting first within the house, then outside of the house, and then crossing state lines. This is exaggeration because none of these things can really happen. Piles of garbage could never have the ability to reach the sky or break down walls.
Note-The impact of exaggeration is used to show time, progress of the plot, and humor.
Above and Beyond (Optional Activity for academic enrichment): There are ellipses strategically placed in the poem. Can you find examples of the ellipses and explain why the author used each in the poem?
- The first place where ellipses occur is in the line “Gristly bits of beefy roasts…The garbage rolled on down the hall,” which signals a break in the list of garbage and notes the consequence of the large amount of garbage as a whole.
- The second place it is noted is “It raised the roof, it broke the wall…Greasy napkins, cookie crumbs,” brings the reader back to the list of garbage.
- The third place it is noted, “By then, of course, it was too late…The garbage reached across the state,” it is used to show the consequence of so much garbage and ultimately the fate that cannot be related.
Homework-Complete Figurative Language as well as the Alliteration and Assonance Flocabulary Learning Modules (due Thursday).
Tip: If needed, review the following learning modules in BrainPop and Flocabulary: Allusions, Idioms, Similes and Metaphors
The literary passages in the English Language Arts test are used to identify main ideas and details, cite evidence, make inferences, determine themes, and understand vocabulary. You may be asked to write a narrative in response to a prompt based on a literary passage.
Key Ideas and Details
• Think about the passage and visualize, or make a mental picture, as you read.
• Look for ideas and details that tell you what the passage is about.
• Use these ideas and details when writing or speaking about the passage.
• Look for a theme and/or central idea as you read. Think about how the author develops and supports this theme or central idea over the course of the passage.
• Think about how particular lines of dialogue or incidents in the passage propel the action, reveal aspects of character, or provoke a decision.
• Summarize the passage in a way that makes it impossible to determine your personal feelings about the passage.
Thursday (4/14)
Announcement: Tomorrow is the last day to turn in Six Flags permission slips and money. Also, do not forget your ice cream truck money; they'll be here tomorrow at 12:30 p.m.
All periods-Recapped this week's GAMS practice questions. Mini-lesson on Figurative Language. We watched a video by BrainPop on Figurative Language. As a class, we completed the interactive quiz on BrainPop. Students used the remainder of class to work on their Digital Journals and Flocabulary assignments.
Homework-Complete any incomplete/missing/late work assignments from this week.
Friday(4/15)
All periods-Create KWL Chart 54 (Test-Taking Skills and Strategies). Class watched Test Preparation and Test-Taking Skills on BrainPop. While watching the videos, the students added test-taking skills and strategies learned in their KWL Chart. Next, we watched Flocabulary's Test-Taking Strategies video. As a class, we discussed how we were going to prepare to take the test, and what skills/strategies we would use to do our best of the assessment. (Check our Mr. Reed's KWL Chart 54 for a listing of the best skills and strategies from today's videos.)
KWL Chart 54 (Test-Taking Skills and Strategies)
Create a 3x2 KWL Chart. Name it KWL Chart 54 (Test-Taking Skills and Strategies). In the What I Know column, list valuable test-taking skills and strategies that you have learned. Under What I Want to Know, list anything that you want to know regarding preparing for/taking a big test.
Homework-Hopefully, you have been working on the English Language Arts Georgia Milestone Practice Assessment as directed. I reviewed questions up to page 28 (Pony Express) in class. Work through the rest of the sample questions individually, with a partner, or in a study group (Item 31 ends on page 76). Pro Tip: Break up your study sessions over the weekend. Do a few questions tonight, some tomorrow (Saturday), and finish on Sunday.
Here are your assignments for the week of April 4-8, 2022
Enjoy your Spring Break! All DeKalb County schools will be closed the week of April 4th to the 8th for Spring Break.
Here are your assignments for the week of March 28-April 1, 2022
Friday (4/1)
All periods-Students began reading, studying, and working on the practice questions for the English Language Arts Georgia Milestone Practice Assessment (start-page 12, end-page 102). Note: Mr. Reed will assign specific questions each day to specific periods. We will work through the problems and provide evidence to support our answer choices.
Example Item 1
Selected-Response DOK Level 1: This is a DOK level 1 item because it requires students to recognize an infinitive and how it functions in the sentence.
English Language Arts (ELA) Grade 8 Content Domain II: Writing and Language Standard: ELAGSE8L1a. Demonstrate command of the conventions of standard English grammar and usage when writing or speaking. a. Explain the function of verbals (gerunds, participles, infinitives) in general and their function in particular sentences.
How does the underlined phrase function in the sentence? Because field trips are educational, the class wanted to visit the museum.
A. verb
B. subject
C. direct object
D. predicate nominative
Correct Answer: C
Explanation of Correct Answer: The correct answer is choice (C) direct object. The words to visit are an infinitive, which functions as a noun. In this sentence, they are the direct object of the verb wanted. Choice (A) is incorrect because, although visit can function as a verb in other sentences, wanted is actually the verb in this sentence. Choice (B) is incorrect because class is the subject of the sentence. Choice (D) is incorrect because the sentence does not contain a verb of being.
All periods-Students began reading, studying, and working on the practice questions for the English Language Arts Georgia Milestone Practice Assessment (start-page 12, end-page 102). Note: Mr. Reed will assign specific questions each day to specific periods. We will work through the problems and provide evidence to support our answer choices.
Example Item 1
Selected-Response DOK Level 1: This is a DOK level 1 item because it requires students to recognize an infinitive and how it functions in the sentence.
English Language Arts (ELA) Grade 8 Content Domain II: Writing and Language Standard: ELAGSE8L1a. Demonstrate command of the conventions of standard English grammar and usage when writing or speaking. a. Explain the function of verbals (gerunds, participles, infinitives) in general and their function in particular sentences.
How does the underlined phrase function in the sentence? Because field trips are educational, the class wanted to visit the museum.
A. verb
B. subject
C. direct object
D. predicate nominative
Correct Answer: C
Explanation of Correct Answer: The correct answer is choice (C) direct object. The words to visit are an infinitive, which functions as a noun. In this sentence, they are the direct object of the verb wanted. Choice (A) is incorrect because, although visit can function as a verb in other sentences, wanted is actually the verb in this sentence. Choice (B) is incorrect because class is the subject of the sentence. Choice (D) is incorrect because the sentence does not contain a verb of being.