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DLTs I can use commas in interrupters. I can apply knowledge of denotation to determine meanings of words. I can demonstrate comprehension of text. I can actively participate in discussions assuming various roles. I can apply active listening skills.

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Comma rule #4 Rule #4: Use a comma before and after an interrupter. Example: That boy, in fact, worked very hard. Linda, my friend who moved to Ecuador, sent me a long letter.

Grammar: Some common Interrupters after all in the first place perhaps generally speaking at least however for example in other words unfortunately of course

Vocabulary 1. gluttonous- excessive greed 2. haphazard- seemingly without any order 3. chuffs-puffing 4. delirium-very confused state of thinking 5. charred- burned or scorched 6. torrents- rushing flow of liquid 7. roiled- stirred up or disturbed 8. flitting-moving quickly and unevenly 9. stuporous- dulled sensibility 10. bile- body fluid that helps absorb fat 11. rivulets-small streams 12.quarry-an animal taken in hunting

Review of Chapter 5 Questions

Read Chapters 6 and 7 Write examples of simile, metaphor, and imagery on a piece of paper.

Socratic Seminar 101 Inside Circle: Outside Circle: Draw and read the question aloud to the inside circle Think about your answer to the question You must answer the question in more than just a yes or no- make sure to explain your answer. You must talk in the circle at least 3 times. You may only talk if you have the talking stick! Outside Circle: Write your thoughts and opinions of the question asked on your sheet of paper. You will be asked to share after the inside circle is finished. You must have 5 thoughts written down on your paper. We are keeping a tally of how many times you answer and how thoughtful your answers are!

Self Assessment Give yourself a score with 3 being awesome, 2 being okay, and 1 being not so good for each DLT and explain why you gave yourself that rating and what you can do better next time: I can actively participate in discussions assuming various roles. I can apply active listening skills. Be honest- this will not be the grade that you receive for Socratic Seminar.