1. Entry Task Choose the definition for the bolded words from the options, then give a piece of evidence that shows it. 1. “In fact,” the Chief Elder continued, chuckling a little to herself, “we even gave a little thought to some retroactive chastisement for the one who had been Asher’s Instructor of Threes so long ago. At the meeting where Asher was discussed, we retold many of the stories that we all remembered from his days of language acquisition.” Pg. 54 a) In the past b) In the future c) In the present 2. Finally the Chief Elder paid tribute to the hard work of her committee, which had performed the observations so meticulously all year. The Committee of Elders stood and was acknowledged by applause. Jonas noticed Asher yawn slightly, covering his mouth politely with this hand. pg. 52 a) Sloppily b) Caring about details c) Fussy or finicky

2. Effects on Others  How does your main character act around different characters?  Look for STEAL that shows a change in attitude or behavior.  Speech  Thoughts  Effects on Others  Actions  Looks

3. What 4 major events would you include in a summary? A. Mike’s new car is yellow. B. Sully plays with some of the controls. C. Mike has trouble with his new car including the seat belt and doors. D. Sully tries to help but almost injures Mike. E. Sully lets Mike in. F. The car has six wheel drive. G. After kicking Sully out, Mike wrecks his car. H. The rearview mirror breaks. I. The car radio plays music that they can’t turn off.

4. The Answers Are: A. Mike’s new car is yellow. B. Sully plays with some of the controls. C. Mike has trouble with his new car including the seat belt and doors. D. Sully tries to help but almost injures Mike. E. Sully lets Mike in. F. The car has six wheel drive. G. After kicking Sully out, Mike wrecks his car. H. The rearview mirror breaks. I. The car radio plays music that they can’t turn off.

5. Two More Questions… 1. What is the conflict in “Mike’s New Car”? 2. What is the theme statement for “Mike’s New Car”? Include one piece of evidence.