9th Grade Composition and Literature

9th Grade Composition and Literature
Daily Bellringers 9th Grade Composition and Literature

Week 1 Freshman Academy

Bellringer: Unit 1 Freshman Academy Unit EQ: What skills do I need to succeed?
Monday, August 3, 2015 EOC Vocab: his is the message, usually about life or society, that an author wishes to convey through a literary work Theme Analogy Tired: exhausted:: ____furious A. calm, b. unhappy, c. angry, d. amused C. Angry (synonyms - to a greater degree) HW: MDG Prework; Annotate first page MDG

Tuesday, August 4, 2015 Vocab: to deal with successfully Surmount EOC Vocab: triangular plot diagram, which contains: exposition, rising action, climax, falling action, and resolution Freytag’s Pyramid Analogy Brake: _________:: hunter : hunt A. stop, b. increase, c. roll, d. ride A. Stop (action taken) HW: W&G pg ex. 1,2 (sentence combining) pg ex. 7-8 (TRI)

Excerpt from: Norse Mythology Part C Kate McConnaughey (22) They broke his body in pieces and made a planet. There may be a mistake in the way the sentence is written. If you find a mistake, choose the answer that corrects the mistake. If there is no mistake, choose 'Correct as is.' A) Correct as is. B) (22) They broke his body in peaces and made a planet. C) (22) They broke his body in pieces and make a planet. D) (22) They will break his body in pieces and make a planet. A) Correct as is. The “peaces” is spelled wrong/ “broke” and “made” correct verb tense

Wednesday, August 5, 2015 Vocab: unhealthy looking Sallow EOC Vocab: This refers to the way that ideas and details are arranged in a piece of writing Organization Analogy Dog: mammal :: ______ : tree Oak, Maple, Apple (type of)

Choose the sentence that shows correct semicolon usage.
I like; swimming, hiking, and camping. B) Swimming is my favorite form of exercise; it gives me energy. C) I am going swimming; and then I will lie in the sun and relax. D) Today I plan to go swimming; which is one of my favorite activities.

Thursday, August 6, 2015 Vocab: Hank is especially interested in motorcycle engines, so he talks ________ about them. zealously EOC Vocab: The main character in a narrative Protagonist Analogy Summon : dismiss :: _________ : __________ A. call : reply b. intend : try c. intervene : meddle d. gather: disperse D. Gather: Disperse (antonyms) HW: Study notes and vocab; anchor due

Friday, August 7, 2015 Vocab: The dog _______ in the corner after his owner talked harshly to him. cowered EOC Vocab: opposing force to the main character Antagonist Analogy Imprudent : unwise :: __________ : _____________ Help : assist, cry: sob, dream: wish (synonyms)

Monday, August 10, 2015 EOC Vocab: The opposing force to the protagonist in a narrative Antagonist Analogy Vaccine : prevent :: medicine : ________ A. Doctor B. illness C. impairment D. treatment D. treatment (cause : effect) HW: Cask of Amontillado annotate first page

Tuesday, August 11, 2015 Vocab: underground cemetery Catacombs EOC Vocab: The background information in a story (first stop on Freytag’s pyramid) Exposition Analogy Pacify : calm :: __________ : ________ A. identify: mysterious, b. fortify: strengthen, C. testify: suspicious, d. mortify: happy B. fortify : strengthen (synonyms) HW: W&G HW pg ex. 32, 35 (quotation marks) pg ex. 3,4 (combining)

Excerpt from: The Narrative of the Life of Frederick Douglass My mother and I were separated when I was but an infant--before I knew her as my mother. It is a common custom, in the part of Maryland from which I ran away, to part children from their mothers at a very early age. Frequently, before the child has reached its twelfth month, its mother is taken from it, and hired out on some farm a considerable distance off, and the child is placed under the care of an old woman, too old for field labor. For what this separation is done, I do not know, unless it be to hinder the development of the child's affection toward its mother, and to blunt and destroy the natural affection of the mother for the child. This is the inevitable result. When children are taken from their mothers at an early age, they become? A) weak and lazy. B) better workers. C) miserable and rude. D) indifferent to their mother’s affection. D) Indifferent to their mother’s affection.

Wednesday, August 12, 2015 Vocab: Mix Intermingle EOC Vocab: Sentence with 1 dependent (subordinate) clause and 1 Independent clause Complex Analogy Assent : disagree :: comprehend: __________ A. forget, b. learn, c. misunderstand, d. envision C. misunderstand (antonyms)

Excerpt from: Asthma: Information from the CDC 1 Asthma is a disease that affects your lungs. It is the most common long-term disease of children. It causes repeated episodes of wheezing, breathlessness, chest tightness, and nighttime or early morning coughing. 2 We know that family history contributes to susceptibility, but in most cases we don’t know what causes asthma to develop, and we don’t know how to cure asthma. You can control your asthma by knowing the warning signs of an attack, avoiding things that trigger an attack, and following the advice of your doctor. If a person suffering from asthma has determined that higher altitudes decrease symptoms, which source would be BEST for determining specific altitudes for various locations? A) Almanac B) Thesaurus C) Dictionary D) Reader's Guide A) Almanac An almanac is the best source for facts, figures and dates

Thursday, August 13, 2015 Vocab: These towers are called  Ramparts EOC Vocab: Group of lines in a poem Stanza Analogy Chef: food :: ________: clay Sculptor painter athlete dancer Sculptor (job : tool) HW: Study vocab and notes; anchor due

Which of these is the BEST way to rewrite the sentence in line 22?
Excerpt from: English Report: A Powerful Poet Camille Roberts 22 Dunbar did not despair and he continued to write doggedly. Which of these is the BEST way to rewrite the sentence in line 22? A) He continued to write doggedly, he did not despair. B) He continued to write doggedly and he did not despair. C) Dunbar did not despair he continued to write doggedly. D) Dunbar did not despair; he continued to write doggedly. D) Dunbar did not despair; he continued to write doggedly. Semi colons connect 2 independent clauses.

Friday, August 14, 2015 Vocab: The linebacker ________ the running back from making a touchdown. Go defense! precluded EOC Vocab: Repetition of ending sounds in words that are close together in a poem Rhyme Analogy Liar: untruthful :: ____________ : _____________ Saint : righteous; athlete : fit (characteristic of)

Monday, August 17, 2015 EOC Vocab: A person, place, thing, or idea that stands both for itself and for something beyond itself symbol Analogy Skater: rink :: _________ : ____________ A. climber : gear, b. explorer : adventure, c. runner : track, d. walker : shoe C. runner : track

Tuesday, August 18, 2015 Vocab: The inability to be wrong Infallibility EOC Vocab: Type of external conflict when a character fights a natural force Man vs. Nature Analogy Nudge: shove :: glance : _____________ Stare (to a greater degree) HW: W&G pg ex. 7, 14, 20, 21 (commas; semicolons)

In paragraph 1, the word appeal means
Excerpt from: Review of Sleeping Upside-Down Lee Washington 1 A backyard fruit bat watches, “Swinging mallets! Spinning balls in a host of colors! A croquet set straight from the fairest of three-dollar garage sales.” The bat, of course, has very poor eyesight. The bat tries to imagine happy backyard scenes through its blurry vision. Descriptions written by a bat only add to the appeal of Tim Ranch’s latest novel, Sleeping Upside-Down. In paragraph 1, the word appeal means A) charm. B) confusion. C) peculiarity. D) offensiveness. A) charm

Wednesday, August 19, 2015 Vocab: overwhelming whirlpool Vortex EOC Vocab: A writer’s or speaker’s choice of words. Diction Analogy Guardian : watch :: _________ : _________ A. firefighter : ignite, b. scribe : write, c. scout : follow, d. actor: imply B. scribe : write (characteristic of)

Which underlined section requires a colon?
When my father and I decided to take a motorcycle trip from Georgia to Maine we spent a great deal of time in preparation. First, we needed to chart a course and plot it on a map. Then, we needed to make a list of essential items to bring on the trip My list included some of the following items leather gloves, boots, jeans, a leather jacket, goggles and, of course, a map. A) trip: My B) Maine: we C) and: plot D) items: leather D. Items : leather (introduce items in a series)

Thursday, August 20, 2015 Vocab: fleet, usually of ships Armada EOC Vocab: The social or emotional meaning of a word. Connotation Analogy Hungry : __________ :: annoyed: outraged A. satiated, b. prepared, c. uncomfortable, d. ravenous D. ravenous (to a greater degree) HW: Study notes and vocab; anchor due

The preps always sit over at that table. B)
Which sentence is written using formal language? A) The preps always sit over at that table. B) Samantha has an appointment early Monday morning. C) That was a real bogus tale Charlie told the teacher. D) I don't think Tim will be here today, he's playing hookie. B) Samantha has an appointment early Monday morning. All the other choices contain slang.

Friday, August 21, 2015 Vocab: The title “The Scarlet Ibis” comes from a bright ______ bird, which becomes a symbol for violent death. Vermillion EOC Vocab: Dictionary definition of a word Denotation Analogy Carelessness: mistakes :: _________ : __________ Tiredness : sleep; hate : unhappiness (cause and effect)

Monday, August 24, 2015 EOC Vocab: When the outcome is the opposite of what is expected Irony Analogy ________: vision :: sage : wisdom A. chief, B. oracle, C. Rogue, D. Vagrant B. oracle (characteristic of)

Tuesday, August 25, 2015 Vocab: an earthquake would be an example of an ____. Upheaval EOC Vocab: MLA stands for what? Modern Language Association Analogy hammer : tool :: _________: ___________ A. garden: plant B. tributary : desert C. mast : warning D. automobile : vehicle D. automobile : vehicle HW: W&G pg ex. 27, 28, 31, 32 (Fragments and Run Ons)

According to the author, what effect do the mounds MOSTLY have on current society?
The Mounds Today - Elizabeth Kibler The Etowah mounds give scientists a wonderful view of life in America before recorded history. The state of Georgia currently owns the historic site, which many visitors enjoy each year. Future research at the mounds may uncover even more information about American history. A) The mounds tell researchers about the Creek tribe. B) The mounds give information about American history. C) The mounds give tourists a place to visit in Georgia. D) The mounds show people how to build ditches for protection. B) The mounds give information about American history.

Wednesday, August 26, 2015 Vocab: The ________ of the dog made him seem menacing and scary. Belligerence EOC Vocab: a seemingly contradictory statement that, on closer examination, may be true. Paradox Analogy Mutiny : rebellion :: _________ : balm Medicine, medication, pacifier (synonyms)

Excerpt from: Newton Minow's Speech to National Association of Broadcasters
Why is so much of television so bad? I have heard many answers: demands of your advertisers; competition for ever higher ratings; the need always to attract a mass audience; the high cost of television programs; the insatiable appetite for programming material—these are some of them. Unquestionably these are tough problems not susceptible to easy answers. What is the BEST definition for the word insatiable, as it is used in section 8? A) unable to correct B) not able to repair C) unworthy of attention D) impossible to satisfy D. Impossible to satisfy -That appetite keeps going!

Thursday, August 27, 2015 Vocab: dangerous Perilous EOC Vocab: Characterization can be divided into _______ and ________. Direct and Indirect Analogy Pig : sty :: ____________ : ___________ Person : house; bird : nest (thing : location) HW: study notes and vocab; anchor due

Which explains the BEST way to organize the reasons for this claim?
CLAIM: The county council has done the community a disservice by mishandling money, focusing on frivolous causes, and failing to listen to community concerns. A) Provide your carefully considered opinions as well as general opinions from a many sources; be sure to cite your sources correctly. B) Provide evidence of mishandling funds, an example of community concerns being ignored, and testimony about the time spent on frivolous causes. C) Consider potential counterclaims and counterarguments to demonstrate your ability to defend your claim from opposing viewpoints. D) Keep your supporting evidence and reasons general so that a variety of evidence will convincingly support your claim. A. How to research, B. types of evidence, D. Totally wrong

Friday, August 28, 2015 Vocab: The cat was _____ about going outside, so she stuck her head out a little bit, to be sure their was no danger. Dubious EOC Vocab: The shell stands as a __________ for power and control in Lord of the Flies. Symbol Analogy Strident : shy :: reverent : ___________ Disrespectful; blasphemous (antonyms)

Monday, August 31, 2015 EOC Vocab: Type of writing that is meant to explain Informational; expository Analogy Architect : blueprint :: ___________:_________ A. gardener : fertilizer, B. watchdog : leash C. Navigator : map, D. detective : culprit C. Navigator : map (job : tool) HW: W&G pg. 503 ex. 25, 26; pg. 477 ex. 2; pg. 493 ex. 15 (punctuation)

Tuesday, September 1, 2015 Vocab: She looked sadly ________ after her mom took her phone away. crestfallen EOC Vocab: Type of writing that is meant to entertain Narrative Analogy Trickle: gush :: _________ ; ____________ Sip : gulp; nibble : gobble; walk : run (to a greater degree)

Wednesday, September 2, 2015 Vocab: extremely hot Torrid EOC Vocab: Character who is used as a contrast to another character. Piggy is Ralph’s _____ in Lord of the Flies. Foil Analogy Sentences: paragraph :: __________:___________ A. notes : melody B. books : scholar C. questions : inquiry D. flowers : menagerie A. notes : melody (Part to Whole)

Which organizational method is used to present the information in the passage?
Excerpt from: Marsupials by Carole Jenkins Tasmania is an island south of Australia and is the home of two marsupials the wombat and the Tasmanian devil. Some people think that wombats make good pets. They are about three feet long and live in borrows. As nocturnal vegetarians, they feed at night on leaves, roots, and vegetables. Tasmanian devils, on the other hand, are savage and do not make good pets. They resemble small bears, and they kill and eat other animals. A) spatial order B) cause and effect C) chronological order D) compare and contrast D) Compare and Contrast

Thursday, September 3, 2015 Vocab: When I came to MHS, I had to ______ into the schedule and atmosphere of the school. assimilate EOC Vocab: Character that does not change Static Analogy Barber : scissors :: baker : _______ Wisk, cup, pan, mixer, oven (job : tool) HW: Study Notes and Vocab

Which term is a related word of “hub” as it is used in the passage?
Excerpt from: The River Thames by Roberto Barerra Having the Thames flow through the city allowed trade ships from around the world to come and go with ease, making London the major transportation hub of England for centuries. A) center B) highlight C) seed D) town A) center

Friday, September 4, 2015 Vocab: The little mouse shivered ___________ with fear when the cat caught him behind the couch. Tremulously EOC Vocab: Figurative language that gives the characteristics of a person to an object, animal or idea Personification Analogy Enrich : fertile :: deplete : __________ A. futile B. useful C. barren D. renewed C. barren (characteristic of)

Bellringer: Unit 1 Freshman Academy Unit EQ: What Skills do I need to Succeed?
Tuesday, September 8, 2015 EOC Vocab: a set of books giving information on many subjects (typically arranged alphabetically) Encyclopedia Analogy Diver: pool :: _______ : ________ A. skater : ice B. skier : pole C. hiker : shoe D. swimmer : towel A. skater : ice (person : location) HW: W&G pg. 348 ex. 11; pg ex. 2; pg ex. 1,3 (phrases)

Choose the answer that is the most effective substitute for the underlined part of the sentence. If no substitute is necessary, choose ‘Leave as is.’ Good test-taking skills include reading each question carefully, thinking through each answer choice, and carefully marking the correct answer on the answer sheet. Leave as is. reading each question carefully, thinking through each answer choice, and carefully mark the correct answer on the answer sheet reading each question carefully, think through each answer choice, and carefully marking the correct answer on the answer sheet to read each question carefully, thinking through each answer choice, and carefully marking the correct answer on the answer sheet A) Leave as is - the items in the series are presented in parallel grammatical form. The test-taking skills (reading, thinking, marking) all end in “ing”

Wednesday, September 9, 2015 Vocab: hatred; spite Rancor EOC Vocab: work written about a person’s life Biography Analogy Spark : ignite :: ____________ : change Catalyst, B. Experiment, C. Reaction, D. Exertion A. Catalyst (cause/effect) HW: Read! Novel Test tomorrow in Library

What is the main purpose of this passage?
Raise the Driving Age to Eighteen! After reading Mr. J. Brown's letter, dated August 15, I feel compelled to write and let your readers know how I feel about raising the driving age from 16 to 18. Teenagers should not be allowed to drive until they are 18. Only high school graduates should be given a driver's license, and only after successfully completing a driver's education class during high school. Right now, 15 year-olds can get a practice permit and try for their license at 16. Eighteen is a better age. At 18, people are more mature and better able to make mature decisions. Not all 18 year-olds are mature, but the majority of them are. At least we are more mature than 15 year-olds. What is the main purpose of this passage? A) to warn young drivers to be careful when they drive B) to convince readers to support raising the driving age C) to persuade teens to take driver's ed before getting a license. D) to support insurance claims against teens who get into accidents B) To convince readers to support raising the driving age.

Thursday, September 10, 2015 Vocab: enough; adequate Sufficient EOC Vocab: type of autobiographical writing dealing with one specific time period in a person’s life. Memoir Analogy Cease : __________ :: chase : pursue Halt impair converge claim Halt (synonyms) HW: Study Notes and Vocab; Anchor due

Which excerpt from a student essay below is an example of plagiarism?
An excerpt from page 219 of the book, Off to See the Wizard: A Biography of Alan Moore by Jonah Sinnott: "It was on his fortieth birthday that the famed comic book retiree decided to make an announcement that rocked the world of comics publishing: "I will no longer be writing comic books," said Alan Moore in one of his typically cryptic public statements, "I am retiring to become a full-time magician. Specifically, I have been converted to the religion of Glycon the Serpent God and want to pursue new avenues of knowledge that have been opened up to me recently through some intense, supernatural experiences.” Which excerpt from a student essay below is an example of plagiarism? Alan Moore claimed that he was giving up writing for comics because he had been converted to religion of a serpent god called Glycon. Writer Jonah Sinnott quoted Moore's retirement announcement that claimed Moore was leaving comics not to rest but to become a "magician" (219). Much to the comic book publishing world's astonishment, Moore announced he was leaving writing comics to "become a full time magician" (Sinnott 219). Alan Moore decided upon his fortieth birthday to give up writing comics and pursue a body of knowledge of more interest to him: magic (Sinnott 219).

A) Alan Moore claimed that he was giving up writing for comics because he had been converted to religion of a serpent god called Glycon. No citation is given. Citations must include author’s name, either as a lead in or in parentheses after the quote. Always use MLA format!

Friday, September 11, 2015 Vocab: a puzzle; a riddle Enigma EOC Vocab: Phrase that begins with a preposition and ends with an object of the preposition Prepositional Phrase Analogy Complainer : __________ :: climber : ascend A. gripe B. solve C. annoy D. assert A. gripe (characteristic of)

Week 7 The Hero’s Journey

Monday, September 14, 2015 EOC Vocab: Point of view that uses “I,” “We,” “Us,” etc. First Analogy _________: Rain :: drifts : snow A. sun, B. puddles, C. plows, D. umbrellas B. puddles (whole : part)

Bellringer: Unit 2 The Hero’s Journey Unit EQ: Is the journey more important than fulfilling the quest? Tuesday, September 15, 2015 EOC Vocab: Point of View that uses “you” Second HW: Odyssey Book 1; W&G pg. 21—24 Ex. 5-9 (or Anchor) Analogy Actor : cast :: singer : ____________ Chorus, quartet, choir (part : whole) Work Session: Correct this sentence - When a cyclops shivers, they increase the muscular activity in there bodys and that helps them warm up. When cyclops shiver, they increase the muscular activity in their bodies and that helps them warm up.

Bellringer: Unit 2 The Hero’s Journey Unit EQ: Is the journey more important than fulfilling the quest? Wednesday, September 16, 2015 Vocab: Short and to the point Succinct EOC Vocab: Point of View that uses “he,” “she,” “it,” etc. Third Analogy Surprise : shock :: ________: _________ A. stone : brick, B. miser : spendthrift C. Fear : terror, D. Happiness : sadness C. Fear: terror (synonyms)

Which source would provide the most relevant and reliable information about the Exxon oil spill of 1989? A)World Book Encyclopedia Year Book, 2005 B)California newspaper article, "Saving Wildlife During Oil Spills" C)Section 133 of California Boating Laws: Discharging oil upon navigable waters D)Research Journal article, "The Costliest Oil Spill of Our Time: The Exxon Spill of 1989” D) Research Journal article, "The Costliest Oil Spill of Our Time: The Exxon Spill of 1989” Most specific (relevant) When researching, try to narrow your search

Bellringer: Unit 2 The Hero’s Journey Unit EQ: Is the journey more important than fulfilling the quest? Thursday, September 17, 2015 Vocab: Without emotion Impassive EOC Vocab: phrase that is derived from a verb, but acts as a noun Gerund Analogy Embellish: decorate :: ___________ : ____________ Eat : consume, walk : stroll, help : assist (synonyms) HW: Study Vocab and Notes

Which of these citations is correct?
Jacobs, Richard. Applying for Federal and State Grants. \ 2009. B) Wolfe, Emily. "Smith County to Receive Government Grant." 13 May 2010. C) Greene, Mario. Journal of Government Resources. 5.3 (2007) 159–175. D) Neilson, Mia. "Creating a Charity." Journal of Philanthropy. 9 (2009) 23–35. D) Neilson, Mia. "Creating a Charity." Journal of Philanthropy. 9 (2009) 23–35. All parts of the citation are present: author, title, journal name, volume, year and pages.

Bellringer: Unit 2 The Hero’s Journey Unit EQ: Is the journey more important than fulfilling the quest? Friday, September 18, 2015 Vocab: Helen was _______ with her book, so she didn’t see the boy before he ran right into her. preoccupied EOC Vocab: phrase that renames the noun, set apart by commas Appositive Analogy Sharpener: ____:: megaphone : amplify A. glean, B. emphasize, C. point, D. hone D. hone (item : the action it takes)

Monday, September 21, 2015 EOC Vocab: (genre) A story that is written to be acted out in front of an audience. Drama Analogy Biologist : laboratory :: __________ : ___________ A. painter : studio, B. baker : oven C. engraver : metal, D. forecaster : weather A. Painter : studio

Bellringer: Unit 1 Freshman Academy Unit EQ: What Skills do I need to Succeed?
Tuesday, September 22, 2015 Vocab: very stubborn Intransigent EOC Vocab: (grammar) A dependent clause that modifies a verb, adjective, or another adverb in an independent clause Adverb Clause Analogy Trumpet : brass :: clarinet : _________ A. violin, B. orchestra C. woodwind, D. music C. woodwind HW: W&G pg ex. 23, 24, 30, 34 (clauses)

Which is expressed with the MOST precise language?
A) She will love her dog forever and ever. B) My appointment is at 3:00 p.m. in the afternoon. C) Any topic you choose for research must be manageable. D) There are seven students who have applied for the art class. D) There are seven students who have applied for the art class “forever and ever” and “any topic” are broad and vague. “p.m.” and “in the afternoon” are redundant (repetitive.)

Bellringer: Unit 1 Freshman Academy Unit EQ: What skills do I need to Succeed?
Wednesday, September 23, 2015 Vocab: The word "robot" is ___________ from the Czech word "robota," meaning "forced labor” Derived EOC Vocab: (grammar) a dependent clause that modifies a noun or pronoun in an independent clause Adjective Clause Analogy Launch : lift :: thwart : ________ A. incur, B. fail C. douse, D. remain B. fail (action: effect)

Which is a COMPOUND sentence?
A) While many senior citizens are involved in activities such as church groups and volunteer organizations, others remain isolated from the community. B) So, in conclusion, I’m asking all of you to think about the positive ways that this project will benefit our community and show your support for this initiative in November. C) Giving our seniors a place to gather and socialize will honor their lifelong commitment to this community, and it’s the least we can do to thank them for their years of service. D) A senior citizens center affords older community member the opportunity for daily social interaction, allowing them to maintain healthy and vibrant relationships outside the home. C) Giving our seniors a place to gather and socialize will honor their lifelong commitment to this community, and it’s the least we can do to thank them for their years of service. 2 Independent clauses – “, and” is a good clue! All the others are complex, containing dependent clauses

Thursday, September 24, 2015 Vocab: To transfix with wonder Fascinate EOC Vocab: (writing) Evidence used to back up your thesis Support/ Examples Analogy Supervisor : ________ :: interpreter : translate A. Oversee, B. Impair, C. Participate, D. Unite A. Oversee (job: action) HW: Study vocab and notes

Use the strategy of rereading to determine the BEST definition for lucid (line 12).
Excerpt from: That Old Straw Sojourner by David Matherne It saw with lucid eyes inhuman, divine 12 The tired man grew older, while his boy grew wise. Some said, ‘So tragic,’ the son said, ‘Fate’ When the lightning left a char on the elder’s pate 15 And they both did loving before too late. That hat...his special bequest. A) lost B) tired C) clear D) confused C) Clear “It” sees the old man and young man, their change over time. A “divine” or god-like view would not be confused, tired or lost, but clear.

Bellringer: Unit 2 The Hero’s Journey Unit EQ: Is the journey more important than fulfilling the quest? Friday, September 25, 2015 Vocab: To bubble or hiss Effervesce EOC Vocab: (writing) idea or opinion that a writer tries to prove or defend in an argument. Claim Analogy Enigma : mysterious :: comedy : _________ Funny, hilarious, humorous

Bellringer: Unit 2 The Hero’s Journey Unit EQ: Is the journey more important than fulfilling the quest? Monday, September 28, 2015 EOC Vocab: Punctuation used to create a possessive. Example: A fable’s theme is many times directly stated at the end. Apostrophe Analogy Grain : silo :: ________ : ____________ A. glass : jar, B. tire: automobile C. gasoline : tank, D. air : atmosphere C. gasoline : tank (thing : container / part : whole)

Bellringer: Unit 2 The Hero’s Journey Unit EQ: Is the journey more important than fulfilling the quest? Tuesday, September 29, 2015 Vocab: long, narrative poem Epic EOC Vocab: repetition of the same pattern of words or phrases within a sentence or passage to show that two or more ideas have the same level of importance. Parallel Structure; parallelism (also known as “magic three” in Dailies, when it comes in 3’s) Analogy Botanist : plants :: ______ : rocks A. meteorologist, B. geologist C. astronomer, D. anthropologist B. geologist (scientist : area of study) HW: Study for Benchmark

Bellringer: Unit 2 The Hero’s Journey Unit EQ: Is the journey more important than fulfilling the quest? Wednesday, September 30, 2015 Vocab: exceed expectations; go beyond somebody’s ability. Surpass EOC Vocab: Implied Main Idea; lesson learned. Aesop’s Fables usually have a moral at the end, which give clues to this literary term. Theme Analogy ________ : congress :: player : team Congressman, senator, representative

Bellringer: Unit 2 The Hero’s Journey Unit EQ: Is the journey more important than fulfilling the quest? Thursday, October 1, 2015 Vocab: something contradictory or absurd. Paradox EOC Vocab: Reference to a work, usually a seminal work. Example: “The Cave” makes references to The Odyssey. Allusion Analogy Exploration : discovery :: inquiry : ________ A. understanding, B. frustration C. implication, D. perfection A. understanding (characteristic of)

Suspense is the Spice of Life
Week 10 Suspense is the Spice of Life

Bellringer: Unit 2 The Hero’s Journey Unit EQ: Is the journey more important than fulfilling the quest? Tuesday, October 14, 2014 EOCT Vocab: statement that reflects a writer's belief (it cannot be proved) Opinion HW: Finish Learning Menu Analogy Water: soak :: ______ : _______ A. air : inflate B. Soil: grow C. concrete : dwell D. sun : bathe Work Session: Grab a Chromebook, a learning menu, and start working!

Bellringer: Unit 2 The Hero’s Journey Unit EQ: Is the journey more important than fulfilling the quest? Wednesday, October 15, 2014 EOCT Vocab: Type of organization that defines an issue, then gives a possible remedy Problem/Solution Homework: Mythology Game Analogy Dollar : currency :: ______ : flower A. petal B. stem C. Lily D. flowerbed Work Session: Correct this – Odysseus, said “step off my woman Antinous”! Odysseus said, “Step off my woman, Antinous!”

Bellringer: Unit 2 The Hero’s Journey Unit EQ: Is the journey more important than fulfilling the quest? Thursday, October 16, 2014 EOC Vocab: type of writing that shows a relationship between 2+ events where 1 event brings about another. Cause/Effect HW: Study Notes and Vocab Analogy Soothe : pacify :: _______ : annoy A. Endanger B. assail C. irk D. calm Work Session: Vocab Application Would a wise person be a sage? Would you like to be around a haughty person? What kind of information might you see in an almanac? Tell an interesting anecdote.

Bellringer: Unit 2 The Hero’s Journey Unit EQ: Is the journey more important than fulfilling the quest? Friday, October 17, 2014 EOCT Vocab: dictionary definition of a word. Denotation HW: Go Tigers! Homecoming! Analogy Orator : __________ :: builder : construct A. speak B. fly C. run D. finish Work Session : Study Vocab

Bellringer: Unit 3 Suspense is the Spice of Life Unit EQ: How does adding suspense spice up a story?
Monday, October 20, 2014 EOC Vocab: Suggested meaning; not direct. Montessor does not tell Fortunado his plans, but these could be _________ if he was in his right mind. Implied HW: Finish Learning Menu Analogy Annoyed: irate :: confused : _________ A. bewildered B. mad C. sweet D. understood A. Bewildered (to a greater degree)

Tuesday, October 21, 2014 EOC Vocab: Figure of speech that compares two unlike things, where one thing actually becomes the other. “He turned towards me, and looked into my eyes with two filmy orbs” – Here, eyes are orbs. Metaphor HW: W&G topic bank pg. 51 choose 1-4 (intro only) Analogy Composer : music :: choreographer : _______ A. dance B. stage C. exercise D. art A. Dance (job: area of study)

Wednesday, October 22, 2014 EOC Vocab: Work done prior to writing, to get ideas flowing. When writing, this is your first step! Brainstorming; prewriting; graphic organizer HW: Happy Wednesday! Analogy clear : ______ :: strict : lax A. rich B. murky C. substantial D. able B. Murky (antonymns)

Thursday, October 23, 2014 EOC Vocab: the explanation that goes with a picture. The _____ below the picture read, “Picture of the catacombs of Paris.” Caption HW: Study vocab and notes Analogy Compress : smaller :: enlarge : _________ A. Better B. Bigger C. Colder D. Simpler B. Bigger (cause : effect)

Friday, October 24, 2014 EOC Vocab: a statement that can be proved (not an opinion.) “The Cask of Amontillado” was written by Edgar Allan Poe. Fact HW: Happy Weekend! Analogy Happiness : emotion :: ________ : ________ A. Horror : glee B. soft : rough C. Sight : sense D. taste : sweet C. sight : sense (example : topic)

Monday, October 27, 2014 EOCT Vocab: origin of word; taking apart for meaning Etymology HW: Finish Learning Menu Analogy Beginner : inexperience :: skeptic : ___________ A. courage B. hope C. disbelief D. happiness Work Session: Grab a Chromebook, a learning menu, and start work!

Tuesday, October 28, 2014 EOCT Vocab: make changes to written work based on comments or new evidence Edit HW: “The Man From the South” w/questions Analogy Leave : return :: initiate : ____________ A. Pass B. imply C. Anger D. conclude Work Session: Annotate and Complete Dailies

Wednesday, October 29, 2014 EOCT Vocab: written communication usually sent by mail Letter Analogy Douse : fire :: ___________ : thirst A. sharpen B. glass C. quench D. milk Work Session: Annotate and Complete Dailies

Thursday, October 30, 2014 EOCT Vocab: to strengthen an argument by providing facts, details and examples Support; supporting evidence HW: Study vocab and notes Analogy Journalist : report :: Doctor : ____________ Work Session: Annotate and Complete Dailies

Friday, October 31, 2014 EOCT Vocab: the meaning of a word is NOT literal Figurative Analogy Large : immense :: __________ : __________ A. man : human B. unkind : cruel C. tiny : enormous D. inform : know Work Session: Study Vocab and Notes

Monday, November 3, 2014 EOCT Vocab: contain collections of facts updated from year to year, including calendars and dates Almanac Analogy Disheveled : ________ :: abrupt : curt A. polished B. angry C. tousled D. troubled C. tousled (synonyms)

Tuesday, November 4, 2014 EOC Vocab: attitude that an author takes toward the audience, the subject, or a character; Author’s voice Tone HW: “The Sniper” ½ page summary Analogy Monarch : monarchy :: _______ : ________ A. president : democracy B. criminal : penitentiary C. serf : plantation D. player : opponent

Wednesday, November 5, 2014 EOC Vocab: kind of language with longer sentences and a greater variety of words than everyday speech. Slang, contractions, and jargon are avoided. Formal Analogy walk : __________ :: tiff: riot

Thursday, November 6, 2014 EOC Vocab: the beginning of a written work that explains what will be found in the main part Preface, Prologue, Exposition HW: Study vocab and notes Analogy Sailor : ship : _______ : _______ A. soldier: army B. astronaut : rocket C. commuter : traffic D. farmer : field

Friday, November 7, 2014 EOC Vocab: a false or mistaken idea or statement. Fallacy Analogy Praise : deride :: ______ : avoid A. affect B. embezzle C. confront D. insist

Love, Light and Darkness
Week 14 Love, Light and Darkness

Bellringer: Unit 4 Love, Light and Darkness Unit EQ: What Beauty Exists in Language?
Monday, November 10, 2014 EOC Vocab: A group of related words, with a subject and predicate, that acts to modify a noun or pronoun. Adjective clause Analogy Astronomer : telescope :: ___________ : _________ Doctor : Stethoscope, Judge : gavel (job : tool)

Tuesday, November 11, 2014 EOC Vocab: This type of text attempts to convince a reader to adopt a particular opinion. Shakespeare’s purpose is to entertain, but he includes elements of this as well. Persuasive HW: W&G pg. 85 Topic Bank choose 1-4 Analogy Alter : change :: ______ : scale A. pass B. fly C. mark D. climb D. Climb (Synonyms)

Wednesday, November 12, 2014 EOC Vocab: reference to a person, place, or event from history, literature, or religion with which a reader is likely to be familiar. Shakespeare made many references to the Bible, and he also referenced established histories. Allusion Analogy Fish : school :: ________ : _________ A. cow : pasture B. sheep : flock C. eagle : nest D. frog : toad B. sheep : flock (animal : group)

Thursday, November 13, 2014 EOC Vocab: character that does not change throughout the story. Mercutio, although a round character, does not change much in the play. Static HW: Study notes and vocab Analogy Skater : ice :: skier : _______ A. snow B. pole C. winter D. lodge A. snow (person : location of activity)

Friday, November 14, 2014 EOC Vocab: When the outcome of the situation is the opposite of what is expected. It is not expected that Romeo and Juliet will fall in love, since their families hate each other. Irony Analogy Collect : hoard :: _________ : __________ A. travel : sightsee B. Remind : nag C. suspect : believe D. honor : obey B. remind : nag (to a greater degree)

Monday, November 17, 2014 EOC Vocab: The language of a specialized type (deals with a specialized area of study.) The _______ in a science book may include words like “experiment,” “classification,” and “molecule.” Jargon Analogy Famine : food :: drought : ____________ A. supply B. feast C. air D. water D. Water

Tuesday, November 18, 2014 EOC Vocab: An author's intention or reason for writing. Shakespeare’s __________ is to entertain. Purpose EOC Tip: Eliminate 1 answer, odds are 1:3; eliminate 2 answers, odds are 50/50. Guess the best! HW: Shakesbook Assignment (choose character) Analogy Turtle : reptile :: _________ : mammal Many! Bear, tiger, giraffe, raccoon, etc.

Wednesday, November 19, 2014 EOC Vocab: The ordering of words in a sentence. Shakespeare sometimes inverts word order, changing the structure of his sentences for interest. Syntax EOC Tip: Enjoy yourself! Think of this as you vs. them and you're going to come out on top! Analogy Trigger : reaction :: ________ : _______ A. Triumph : competition B. explain : question C. aspire : hope D. ignite : fire D. ignite : fire

Thursday, November 20, 2014 EOC Vocab: To correct a piece of writing. Remember to ______ your essays before turning them in. Edit EOC Tip: Read all answer choices first, then go back to the reading passage HW: Study Notes and Vocab Analogy ________ : head :: shoe : foot A. hat B. boot C. eyes D. hide A. Hat

Friday, November 21, 2014 EOC Vocab: Sentence type that contains one independent clause. Romeo compares Juliet to the sun. Simple EOC Tip: Absolutes (all, every, none) are weak, and usually wrong. Analogy Expert : knowledge :: _________ : __________ A. police : evidence B. lion : cubs C. saint : virtue D. thief : goods C. saint : virtue

Monday, December 1, 2014 EOC Vocab: A ___ novel is a book in which the story is told using a series of pictures, with dialogue shown in them. Graphic EOC Tip: Know what your grade is before the test, and set your goal for the test. Analogy Armor : protects :: food : ___________ D. nourishes, fuels, fills

Tuesday, December 2, 2014 EOC Vocab: author's use of brevity when writing Concise EOC Tip: Relax! Coming to the test with a calm, happy attitude goes far. Analogy Timid : bold :: _______ : industrious A. brave B. unproductive C. indispensable D. embarrassed B. unproductive

Wednesday, December 3, 2014 EOC Vocab: Directions that are clearly stated are also called ______. Explicit EOC Tip: If one question seems particularly difficult, skip it and come back to it at the end. Analogy Sketch : painting :: ______ : ________ A. paper : brush B. outline : essay C. contrast : light D. concept : attempt B. outline : essay

Thursday, December 4, 2014 EOC Vocab: Ending of a narrative is called the ___. Resolution/Denouement EOC Tip: If you have time at the end, go back and make sure you have not skipped any. Guess on those that are blank. Analogy Tree : orchard :: bird : ________ A. Flock

Friday, December 5, 2014 EOC Vocab: Repeated vowel sounds, not at the beginning of a sentence. Assonance EOC Tip: When writing, don’t forget your topic sentences and 2-4 supports. Analogy Tiger : feline :: _______ : _______ A. bear : canine B. ant : marsupial C. owl : lupine D. cow : bovine D. cow : bovine

Monday, December 8, 2014 EOC Vocab: category of information including books, magazines, charts, graphs, diagrams, dictionaries, encyclopedias, atlases, and thesauruses Reference; print sources Analogy Diamond : gem :: bacon : ______ A. meat B. ham C. cook D. eat A. Meat

Tuesday, December 9, 2014 EOC Vocab: Type of writing that is meant to inform Expository; informational Analogy Hunter : prey :: ______ : ________ A. swimmer : lane B. miner : ore C. competitor : defeat D. student : school B. miner : ore

Wednesday, December 10, 2014 EOC Vocab: Documents such as resumes, car care instructions, recipes, DVD manuals Technical Documents Analogy Wedge : pie :: leaf : __________ A. coconut B. tree C. bark D. grass B. tree

Thursday, December 11, 2014 EOC Vocab: Highest point of action in the plot; turning point Climax Analogy Sip : guzzle :: ______ : gulp A. gobble B. prepare C. nibble D. nudge C. nibble

Friday, December 12, 2014 EOC Vocab: Only type of conflict that is internal Man vs. self Analogy Sailor : ocean :: ________ : _______ A. farmer : field B. doctor : prescription C. banker : money D. tailor : clothes A. farmer : field

Monday, December 15, 2014 EOCT Vocab: a traditional tale about gods, goddesses, heroes, and other characters Myth EOCT Tip: Eat a good breakfast! HW: EOCT Wednesday Analogy Compass :: ________ :: sundial : time direction

Tuesday, December 16, 2014 EOCT Vocab: Type of writing that is meant to entertain Narrative EOCT Tip: Leave nothing blank. Guessing will not hurt you. HW: EOCT Wednesday Analogy Frequent : often :: remorseful : __________ A. happy B. angry C. sorry D. amused C. sorry

Wednesday, December 18, 2014 EOCT Vocab: The main character in a narrative Protagonist EOCT Tip: Celebrate! You’re Done! HW: None Analogy ______ : spry :: juvenile : young A. weak B. hurt C. nimble D. aged C. nimble

Thursday, December 19, 2014 EOCT Vocab: book of synonyms. Thesaurus EOCT Tip: There are 3 cognitive levels of questions on the test: Low, Medium and High. HW: Finish Criterion (due Friday); Read Novel (Independent test tomorrow) Analogy _______: glass :: scrap : fabric A. drink B. shard C. metal D. clothing

Friday, August 8, 2014 EOCT Vocab: A figure of speech that is an exaggeration Hyperbole EOCT Tip: Celebrate! You’re Done! HW: Happy Weekend! Analogy Barber : scissors :: baker : _______ Wisk, cup, pan, mixer, oven

Tuesday, September 16, 2014 EOC Vocab: Spoken words between two characters in a play Dialogue HW: W&G ch. 3 pg Exercises 1-4 Analogy Desert : arid :: rainforest : ____________ Wet; rainy; tropical Work Session: Turn in Elder Project to back box How do I avoid plagiarizing? How do I use search engines effectively? How do I find accurate information on my topic?

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