2. Identify stylistic differences that establish voice! Pick 3 colors (any 3 that you want) and mark the text as we read. 1 st color: Academic language 2 nd color: Informal language 3 rd color: Words and phrases that help you establish cultural identity We will do the first 2 paragraphs together.

3. With your group, identify the following elements in the text. Be ready to discuss! Table 1: Inclusive pronouns Table 2: Active Verbs Table 3: In-text citations Table 4: Illustrative examples Table 5: Diverse punctuation Table 6: Rhetorical questions

4.  What is your understanding of cultural identity based on this text?  Reflect on invisible aspects of your culture. What differences exist between you and your culture?  What are some examples of your culture? Explain how these aspects are dynamic.

5. Identify stylistic differences that establish voice! Pick 3 colors (any 3 that you want) and mark the text as we read. 1 st color: Academic language 2 nd color: Informal language 3 rd color: Words and phrases that help you establish cultural identity We will do the first 2 paragraphs together.

6. With your group, identify the following elements in the text. Be ready to discuss! Table 1: First person point of view Table 2: Fragments for effect Table 3: Proper nouns Table 4: Vivid details and descriptions Table 5: Punctuation to create humor Table 6: Shifts in tone

7.  Complete all the questions 8-11 on p.13  Discuss!

8.  Log in to Reading Plus and complete the RPA (placement test). You have all week to do this. Log in through your student portal.  Vocabulary worksheet: Complete the vocabulary worksheet handed out in class.  Complete the Writing Prompt at the bottom of p. 13. Do this in the SpringBoard section of your notebook!