What’s Going On? For each picture, write what you think is going on Be prepared to share and have a reason for what is going on.

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What’s Going On? For each picture, write what you think is going on Be prepared to share and have a reason for what is going on

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Answers 1. Guys arguing 2. Mom made a weird sound (she blew her nose) 3. Just bought a new car! 4. Last day of school 5. Girl feels left out from her group of friends 6. They just scored a touchdown! 7. New Year’s Kiss 8. Dog feels guilty (ate cat treats) 9. Pregnancy Announcement Picture 10. She just won gold at the Olympics!

What’s Going On?

Vocabulary for Today Inference-making a prediction/educated guess about what is happening based on evidence Theme-the message or lesson about human life/society presented to the reader Imagery-Words that create mental images for the reader Literary Device-elements of literature (examples: symbolism, imagery, metaphor, simile, etc.)

Summary As you watch, take notes on any details you think are important. U&index=2&list=PL1487B0A90D0B66E5 U&index=2&list=PL1487B0A90D0B66E5

Key to Good Summary States the author and the title of the piece in the first sentence States the purpose or the theme of the work in the first 1-2 sentences Does not reveal your opinion. Only facts from the text Does not talk about other issues. Only the text.

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