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1 Ms. Levy English II Room 120

2 Warm up Directions: Write at least one paragraph about one of the prompts below. Take Me Home Family vacations are supposed to be fun. Write about one that wasn't. Laugh and Learn Share a funny experience that made your day so much more enjoyable.

3 Agenda Intro & Warm up (15 minutes)
Exploring Cultural Identity (30-40 minutes) Vocabulary practice (30-40 minutes) Fun Activities (Remaining time)

4 Objective & Homework Objective: We will be able to explore the concept of culture in order to analyze the communication process to develop collaborative discussion norms. Homework: Unique Vocabulary Sentences.

5 Question 6 & Writing prompt Pg 6-7
Answer question 6 and give a paragraph response to the writing prompt on your own. Example list: Jewish star(religion), Ticket to Ride(board gamer), Ipod(musically inclined), Harry Potter (bookworm), picture of my family (family oriented). Example prompt: One of the items I picked that I feel represents an aspect of my culture is Ticket to Ride the board game. I chose this item because I feel that it really represents my place in boardgaming culture…My dad had raised me to play obscure board games like this while I was growing up. This helped me learn a lot about strategy and helped me become closer to my dad; so, board games are a really important part of my life.

6 Page 7, Questions 7-9 Let us answer questions 7-9 together.
Write a response to the check for understanding prompt on your own. This response needs to be in complete sentences.

7 Vocabulary Chart Vocabulary Word Definition Sentence Example Synthesis
It was clear that the educational articles were a synthesis of many different subjects. Perspective Most guidebook history is written from the editor's perspective. Argument I am so excited that I get use argument in my writing for class. Claim He claimed that he came from a wealthy, educated family

8 Vocabulary Chart Vocabulary Word Definition Sentence Example
Counterclaim During the heated argument, I made many counterclaims to prove my point. Concession While most of the time I disagree with my parents, I had to make a concession that being responsible would ultimately help me in life. Refutation I had to explain my refutation to my debate coach. Voice I really love the voice in this story, it makes it so realistic!

9 Vocabulary Chart Vocabulary Word Definition Sentence Example Syntax
When the editor of the press had improved the syntax and the spelling, we were well received. Theme The theme of the story ended up being about the importance of love. Thematic Statement I tried my best to think of a thematic statement for the story. Allusions Many writers make allusions to The Bible in their stories.

10 Vocabulary Chart Vocabulary Word Definition Sentence Example Symbol
The limousine was another symbol of his wealth and authority. Image There were so many images in the book, that the story seemed real. Figurative Language There is a lot of figurative language in poems that is hard to understand. Conflict The main conflict in the story was between Cinderella and her step family.

11 Match the definitions! In pencil, write down which number of each definition goes with which word in your chart! the act of combining ideas from different sources to create, express, or support a new idea. imaginative language or figures of speech not meant to be taken literally. the way a writer or speaker uses words and tone to express ideas as well as his or her persona or personality.

12 Match the definitions! 4. the arrangement of words and the order of grammatical elements in a sentence; the way in which words are put together to make meaningful elements such as phrases, clauses, and sentences. 5. a way of looking at the world or a mental concept about things or events, one that judges relationships within or among things or events.

13 Match the definitions! 6. a word or phrase that appeals to one or more of the five senses and creates a picture. 7. anything that represents itself but also stands for something else on a figurative level. 8. a form of writing that presents a particular opinion or idea and supports it with evidence. 9. a reference made to a well­-known person, event, or place from history, music, art, or another literary work.

14 Match the definitions! 10) a position statement that asserts an idea or makes an argument for a specific position. 11) an interpretive statement articulating the central meaning or message of a text. 12) a position taken by someone with an opposing view-point. 13) a writer's central idea or main message about life.

15 Match the definitions! 14) an admission in an argument that the opposing argument has valid points. 15) a struggle or problem in a story. 16) the reasoning used to disprove an opposing point. Answer Key: 1, 5, 8, 10, 12, 14, 16, 3, 4, 15, 11, 13, 9, 7, 6, 2.

16 Homework Explanation Create your own unique sentences with all of your vocabulary words. Do not copy anyone else’s work! You should have 16 unique sentences in all.


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