Unit 4 Week 4 Test Date: Tuesday, February 3, 2015 Test Date: Comprehension Strategy: Summarize -To check for understanding of plot events and characters, summarize the story as you read. -Summarizing is restating briefly, in your own words, the most important ideas or event in a selection. -You may use key details to find main ideas and summarize. Recall the information in your own words and in a logical order without judgments or your own opinions. -Even if the story is told in verse form, you can summarize the most important events to help you understand the plot. -For extra practice, refer to Practice Workbook pages 183-184. Also refer to The RWW book page 284.
Genre: Free-Verse Fiction
The following are key characteristics of free-verse fiction: -It is a story told in verse form. It includes characters, setting, and plot. It is organized like a poem, with lines and stanzas rather than paragraphs. Unlike many poems, free-verse fiction has no rhyme and meter. -It may include interior monologues, the characters' inner conversations, thoughts, or emotions, sometimes presented in an irregular way. -Dialogue in free-verse fiction may be shown differently. It may be shown with dashes, italics, and different fonts. - For extra practice, refer to Practice Workbook page 186. Also refer to The RWW book page 286.
Vocabulary Strategy: Homographs
-Homographs are words that are spelled alike but have different meanings. Examples: inclined, steer, shot -For extra practice, refer to Practice Workbook page 187. Also refer to The RWW book p. 287 and the Word Study Center.
Comprehension Skill: Theme
-The theme of a text is a statement or insight about life that the
author wants you to understand. Some examples are: True
friends are hard to find; Honesty is the best policy. -Theme in free-verse fiction is suggested through key details. -How characters feel about situations, events, and about other characters can provide clues to the author's message about life. -Understanding what causes a character to feel a certain way can help you determine the theme. -For extra practice, refer to Practice Workbook pages 183-185. Also refer to The RWW book page 285.
Vocabulary Menu Homework
adjustment nomadic
chattering ember rapport reunites
mentor sturdy
To get an A, complete 3 of the following,
To get a B, complete 2 of the following; To get a C, complete 1 of the following; To get a F, complete 0 of the following 1. Write a sentence using each of the vocabulary words. 2. Make a word search puzzle using all of the vocabulary words (list the words at the bottom). 3. Define all the words. 4. Make a crossword puzzle using all of the vocabulary words (with clues for each word). 5. Create some type of review game with the vocabulary words. 6. Create a vocabulary quiz (and answer key) with the vocabulary words. 7. Create vocabulary flashcards.