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Homework for Week of 11/10/08

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Subject
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Reading Complete Reading Actively worksheet.

 

 

In The Outsiders the characters use the words "tuff" and "tough". Describe the difference between these words in your own words.

"What Is It" worksheet None
Language 7

Use the notes on Veterans Day and write a summary paragraph (6-10 sentences) on the notes given. Be sure to use your own words!!:).

 

 

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For the Four-corner Character Chart find 4 statements in the book that describe the character's (T.J. or Cassie) appearance. Be sure to record the page number where the description occurs.

For the Four-corner Character Chart find 4 statements in the book that describe how the other characters feel about your character. Be sure to record the page number where the description occurs. Finish Chapter 12 - record the three most important facts in this section.

For the Four-corner Character Chart find 4 statements in the book that show thoughts or actions made by your character that give you a better understanding of the character. Be sure to record the page number where the description occurs.

 

 

Language 8

Vocabulary Unit 4 "Completing the Sentence"; Compare/contrast paragraph (9-15 sentences) on Multiple Choice vs. Short Answer tests.

 

 

Vocabulary Unit 4 "Synonyms & Antonyms"; Complete essay organization chart as discussed in class (either feature by feature or subject by subject)

 

 

Vocabulary Unit 4 "Choose the Right Word", quiz tomorrow. Write the body paragraph for Kevin for your compare/contrast essay.

 

 

Write the body paragraph for Max for your compare/contrast essay.

 

Homework for Week of 11/17/08

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Subject
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Reading None

"A Letter Home"

 

 

 

 

 

Language 7

Unit 5 Vocabulary "Completing the Sentence"; Reading Packet due Wednesday - review for test tomorrow.

Unit 5 Vocabulary "Synonyms and Antonyms"; complete ROTHMC Packet.

 

 

 

Language 8

Body Paragraph 3 - Freak the Mighty; Comma Packet p. 1

Introductory Paragraph; Comma Packet p. 105-106

 

 

 

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