Monday, March 5, 2012

37 Days Until the CST! Using Context Clues (RW 1.3)

Objective: ASWBAT analyze and reflect on their quiz results. ASWBAT use context clues to determine the meaning of unknown words.


Hard work pays off. English is hard work. You can do it! I will not give up on you.


Announcements:
  • Remember that it's your job to ask questions if you don't understand something.
  • Skills Assessment #9 is Friday, March 9, 2012.
  • Vocabulary Competition for Quarter 3 is in effect! Don't fall behind!

1. Complete the Do Now.


2. Track Mr. Herrera as he presents Using Context Clues. Use the graphic organizer to take notes. Follow along as he models how to use transitions to add flow.

3. Read page 78 in The Pact with your small group and find the meaning of the unknown words using context clues.

4. Read pages 79-80 of The Pact by yourself find the meaning of the unknown words using context clues.

5. Summarize your understanding of today's key concepts. Complete today's Daily Assessment. Then submit your classwork here.


Options for Academic Free Time:
1. Check out the class website for things to do if you are finished early!


Homework:
  1. Complete personal reading for 20 minutes and complete an AR Book Response.