{ I can use strong textual evidence to make inferences in an informational text. October 2-3, 2013
1 st : Answer in your own words. 2 nd : Find a quote to back up your answer 3 rd : EXPLAIN how the quote proves your answer true. Textual Evidence
Grab a book and open it to page 36 “Prepare to read Beowulf” Informational Text
MUST use textual evidence for each answer! 1: Why is Beowulf an important text? 2: What is SCOPS? What has replaced it in our society? 3: What are some things you could learn from Beowulf? 4: Do you think the version we are exposed to is exactly the same as the version that was first told? 5: Do you think you will life Beowulf?
Theme Review Leadership Revenge Generosity and Hospitality Heroism Loyalty Reputation
Vocabulary To Know The Epic Long narrative poem that celebrates the deeds of a legendary or heroic figure. Common Features: The hero battles forces that threaten the order of his world. The story Is told in a serious manner, often in special, elevated language Legendary Hero A larger-than-life character whose accomplishments are celebrated in traditional tales Beowulf Boastful self- confidence Feats of strengths Victories in battle
a Germanic inhabitant of England between the 5th century and the Norman Conquest. another term for Old English. Anglo-Saxon
Look at page 38. Based on the picture, how would you characterize Grendel? Grendel
Read Lines Create a summary REMEMBER: Topic Sentence! In the beginning of Beowulf The beginning of Beowulf is about Focus on main ideas! 5-7 Sentences! Let’s Read!