Week Six Vocabulary

 1.arsonist (p. 197) noun- a person who is setting fires  2. silhouette (5) noun- an outline of somebody or something filled in with black or a dark color on a light background,  3.bleak (248)- adj.- unwelcoming, providing little comfort, shelter, or encouragement  4.untimely (256)- adverb- coming at a wrong or bad time  5.smolder (262)-verb- burn slowly with smoke but no flame

 6.coverlet (262)-noun- a bedspread, typically less than floor-length  7.kindling (268)- noun- easily combustible small sticks or twigs used for starting a fire  8.insensible (294)- adj.- without one's mental faculties, typically a result of violence or sickness; unconscious  9.rouse (295)-verb- bring out of sleep; awaken OR to cause to feel angry or excited.  10.falter (297)- verb- to start to lose strength or momentum; move unsteadily or in a way that shows lack of confidence.

Write out the complete sentence and circle the vocabulary word. 1. Using brainstorming methods like a web, a list, or a bracket can be excellent kindling for great ideas. 2. A clear outline, with an introduction, body paragraphs, and a conclusion, will stop you from feeling bleak about the writing test!

Write out the complete sentence and circle the vocabulary word used.  1. The best way to rouse great ideas is to plan ahead with brainstorming and outlining.  2. Only an insensible person would fail to determine the topic, opinion, and reasoning needed for a strong thesis statement.  3. You will never falter if you include a theme or message in narrative writing.

Write the following :  Be sure to PLAN, write, and revise.  1. Read articles/resources and PLAN brainstorm/outline- 1 hour  2. Write – 1 hour  3. Revise – ½ hour

 Read the passage to understand the context. Then, read the sample student essay.  In the “notes” section, identify these key elements:  INTRO: setting, narrator, point of view  BODY: list key events and details  CONCLUSION: resolution and possible theme

Write the following word for word.  1. The writing test is an untimed test, so take all the time you need.  2. You may make notes, circle, and underline ideas within the reference material.  3. Remember to read and analyze the prompt very carefully and answer the question that is being asked.

 Narrative- A story real or imagined about a particular subject. List five elements that should be in a narrative.  1. Characters  2. Vivid setting  3. Plot in chronological order  4. Theme carried through narrative  5. Conclusion no loose ends (Unless it is a brilliantly written cliff hanger).

 1. Said is dead- write three salsa words for said.  2. Bad is BAD- write three salsa words for bad.  3. Good is NO good!- write three salsa words for good.

Dude, it’s reading time! Begin your two column journal. Remember: Use quotation marks in the page number. Correct Format: Author’s name (Last, First.) Title of Book. City of Publication: Publisher, Year of Publication. Source Type.

 Use the restroom before the test!  Bring a good book for after. Review-  PLAN, Write, and Revise. How long?  Planning includes a brainstorm and an outline. Parts of an outline?  Narrative- what should it contain?  Any questions?

1. List two synonyms for silhouette. 2. Draw a picture of a silhouette. Dude, it’s reading time! Begin your two column journal. Remember: Use quotation marks in the page number. Correct Format: Author’s name (Last, First.) Title of Book. City of Publication: Publisher, Year of Publication. Source Type.

Write out the three sentences. Underline the vocabulary words used. Pay attention to how the textual evidence is introduced, cited, and explained.  1. The fire was able to only _____________ because it did not have enough air.  2. A smoldering fire is a discouraging sight for an enthusiastic _______________.  3. A(n) _______________ rain put a damper on the arsonist’s big plans.

1. The news that I was allowed to go was ___________, because the movie had already started. 2. We try not to have fire drills on days that the weather is ___________ and cold. 3. It would be ____________ to schedule an outdoor activity when it is sleeting. Dude, it’s reading time! Begin your two column journal. Remember: Use quotation marks in the page number. Correct Format: Author’s name (Last, First.) Title of Book. City of Publication: Publisher, Year of Publication. Source Type.

1. Fire starter, burner, pyromaniac: _________ 2. Hesitate, waver, pause: ____________ 3. Stir, provoke, awaken: ________________ Dude, it’s reading time! Begin your two column journal. Remember: Use quotation marks in the page number. Correct Format: Author’s name (Last, First.) Title of Book. City of Publication: Publisher, Year of Publication. Source Type.

Write out the sentence and replace the vague pronoun with a vocabulary word that is more informative.  1. I used it ________________ to start the campfire.  2. She _________________ lit the fire and watched the flames from a distance.  3. Rodney pulled it______________ over his arms to keep him warm while asleep.