1. Do Now
How can scientists use observations to learn more about our world? Give at least one specific example.

2. CCQ: Group A & B #1-3; Group C #1-4; Group D #1-5
(Lines ) According to the text, what is one reason people get rid of old TV sets?
(Lines ) What is the difference between “systemic context” and archaeological context”?
(Lines ) How has the proliferation of media technology had a “profound influence on American lifestyles”?
(Lines ) What conclusion can you draw about owners’ preferences based on evidence in garbage layers?
(Lines ) What is significant about the adoption rate of flat-panel sets? Cite at least one observation from the graph on pg. 227 to support your answer.

3. Writing
Look at the graph on pg. 227 and reread lines Write a paragraph answering the following:
Explain to a reader how to analyze the chart (i.e. What does the horizontal bar represent?)
What trends in TV preferences are revealed by the chart (i.e. color vs. black & white, size, rear projection vs. flat panel)?
What style TV’s were most and least popular?

4. Eliminate Redundancy (pg. 232) Groups A & B: 1-3 Groups C & D: 1-4
Language
Eliminate Redundancy (pg. 232)
Groups A & B: 1-3
Groups C & D: 1-4

5. Project
Continue your cause and effect chart based on this text. Remember you need at least three causes and three effects on your chart!
If you finish early, please revisit other unfinished assignments and/or read quietly.

6. Exit Ticket
Review the chart on page Where did the precipitous decline in the sales CRT models begin?