Week Five Opener: Directions- Use the definitions of the word parts to give the definitions of the word. -tele= distant-photo= light-phon= sound -Trans=across -form=shape-scribe= write 1.Transcribe 2.Telephoto 3.Telephone 4.Transform

Quick WriteMonday Write about a time that you had a disagreement with a friend. What was the disagreement about? How did you feel about it? What was the outcome? (75 words)

Response to Literature Explain how the conflict in the story “Amigo Brothers” affects the relationship between Antonio and Felix. What do they finally learn at the end of the story? (75 words)

OpenerTuesday Directions- Revise the following sentences by rewriting them correctly. 1.For exercise Robert lifted weights rode a bike and did push-ups. 2.Ann was scheduled to take English algebra earth science Spanish and gym. 3.This quiet obedient dog is a pleasure to have around. 4.We heard four sharp trumpet blasts signal the entrance of the royal visitors.

OpenerWednesday Directions: Revise the following sentences by writing them correctly. If correct as is then write CORRECT! 1.Taking a long bus ride is not at all like taking a long car ride. 2.Before three o’clock that afternoon a light rainfall began. 3.Wait Ron and Hugh until the elevator doors open. 4.The praying mantis on the other hand kills many harmful insects.

Without Transitions Antonio practiced his best fighting techniques. Felix watched a fighting movie that helped him to prepare for the fight. Both fighters were anxious and excited to begin the fight. Felix and Antonio were nervous about the outcome. It did not matter who would win.

With Transitions In the beginning of the story Antonio practiced his best fighting techniques. On the other side of town, Felix watched a fighting movie that helped him to prepare for the fight. Both fighters were anxious and excited to begin the fight. However, Felix and Antonio were nervous about the outcome. In the end, it did not matter who would win.

OpenerThursday Directions: Revise the following paragraph by putting filling the blanks with transitions that make the most sense. (YES, you have to rewrite the whole paragraph!!!) ______________, Margot is a young girl who lives on the planet Venus. On Venus it rains seven years straight. __________, scientists predict that the rain is going to stop for one hour. All of the classmates are excited about seeing the sun, but they bully Margot because she has already seen the sun. ____________ the sun comes out the classmates lock Margot in the closet. ____________, she misses seeing the sun.

The Main Idea Directions: Read the following passages and raise the correct finger (1,2,3,4, or 5) of the sentence that should not be included in the paragraph.

(1) The “Amigo Brothers” are close friends who live in New York City. (2) They share a common passion in boxing. (3) One day they learn that they will have to fight each other. (4) The fight is expected to be a big one(5) They fear that this fight may ruin their friendship. What is the main idea?

(1) Margot is a young girl who lives in Venus. (2) She remembers seeing the sun and misses it dearly. (3) The other kids are jealous because Margot has seen the sun. (4) Which is why they decide to lock her in a closet. (5) It is sad that Margot will not get to see the sun. What is the main idea?

(1) The third level is a special place at Grand Central Station. (2) Maybe you should look for it some time. (3) It is a place that allows a person to travel back to the past. (4) Where they can learn about how people used to live before technology was invented. What is the main idea?

(1)Growing a garden is a lot of work. (2) First, you need to plan out what you want to grow. (3) Second, you need to purchase the seeds you will need to plant. (4) Always buy organic seeds they are the best. (5) Finally, you will need to make sure that you have all the tools necessary to grow a successful garden. What is the main idea?

(1) Our solar system is very large. (2) It contains eight planets and one dwarf planet. (3) Pluto is the dwarf planet. (4) It also contains billions of stars and clusters that help to make up our milky way solar system. (5) Our own planet is just one of the many specs that make up the Milky Way. What would your next paragraph be about?

OpenerFriday Explain what the following quote means to you. (50 words or more) “You have brains in your head. You have feet in your shoes. You can steer yourself any direction you choose. You're on your own. And you know what you know. And YOU are the one who'll decide where to go...” ― Dr. Seuss, Oh, the Places You'll Go!Dr. SeussOh, the Places You'll Go!