English 4B: Week 84-5 weeks left!

Bell Ringer: Monday

#6:Which of the following alternatives to the underlined portion would NOT be acceptable?F. in addition toG. besidesH. also there isJ. and also

Reason:

The best answer is H. This question asks the test taker to find the word or phrase that would NOT be an acceptable replacement for the underlined portion. This choice is unacceptable because inserting the phrase "also there is" would create a run-on sentence with an awkward structure.

Today: 4.3

- We will be reading two articles about perspectives in the media and discussing them.

Learning Target: I can evaluate the effectiveness of two competing arguments.I can analyze the elements of argumentation in a text and evaluate its effectiveness.

As We Read How Media Twists the News

- Annotate/ highlight/ mark the text for the following items:- the argument- central claim- supporting ideas- evidence the author uses- How the author persuade the reader?- What is his call to action?

When We Finish:

- Fill in the column with examples/answers from the text.

- Then fill in a SOAPStone chart for the text.

As We Read Why Partisans View...:

- Annotate/ highlight/ mark the text for the following items:- the argument- central claim- supporting ideas- evidence the author uses- How the author persuade the reader?- What is his call to action?

When We Finish:

- Fill in the column with examples/answers from the text.

- Then fill in a SOAPStone chart for the text.

Next:

● Take 5 minutes to share your answers with a partner.

● Double check each other’s answers with evidence from the article. (Note where you found the information)

● Next, we will discuss the chart and SOAPSTone as a whole group. Be prepared to support your answers!

Tuesday: Bell Ringer

#7:A. NO CHANGEB. grab an eyeful ofC. check outD. pryHave worksheets on your desk for me to check.

Reason:

The best answer is A because it provides the most precise word choice for this sentence. The verb probe is best in this context because it suggests that the scholars were examining the museums' archives closely.

Today: 4.3

We are going to discuss and debate the two articles from yesterday.

Learning Target: I can evaluate the effectiveness of two competing arguments.I can analyze the elements of argumentation in a text and evaluate its effectiveness.

First:

Let’s go over the two articles and the worksheets you completed.

Next:

On a Post it Note answer the following, put your name on it:1. In your opinion, which article was more

persuasive?2. In your opinion, which article was more

correct?

Now:

- Liaugminas is more persuasive than Nisbet. - Place yourself on next to the missing names board if

you strongly agree. - Place yourself next to the Fire extinguisher if you

agree.- Place yourself near the Absent folder if you disagree.- Place yourself next to Mrs. Webster’s desk if you strongly disagree.

Take 2 Minutes in Your Group:

- Discuss your group opinion and come up with one reason why.

- Have one quote to support your group. - Write your reason and support on a piece of paper.- Elect one person as your spokesperson.

During Our Class Discussion1. We will speak in the following order:

a. Strongly Agreeb. Strongly Disagreec. Agreed. Disagree

2. We will then repeat if any groups have a rebuttal.3. Only one speaker may talk at a time4. Speaker should cite textual evidence for their reasoning5. After one round, students may regroup. 6. We will then repeat the debate.

Failure to comply to the rules will result in one warning, and then students will have to write a 1 page argument instead of discussing it.

Next:

- Liaugminas is more correct than Nisbet. - Place yourself on next to the missing names board if

you strongly agree. - Place yourself next to the Fire extinguisher if you

agree.- Place yourself near the Absent folder if you disagree.- Place yourself next to Mrs. Webster’s desk if you strongly disagree.

Take 2 Minutes in Your Group:

- Discuss your group opinion and come up with one reason why.

- Have one quote to support your group. - Write your reason and support on a piece of paper.- Elect one person as your spokesperson.

During Our Class Discussion1. We will speak in the following order:

a. Strongly Agreeb. Strongly Disagreec. Agreed. Disagree

2. We will then repeat if any groups have a rebuttal.3. Only one speaker may talk at a time4. Speaker should cite textual evidence for their reasoning5. After one round, students may regroup. 6. We will then repeat the debate.

Failure to comply to the rules will result in one warning, and then students will have to write a 1 page argument instead of discussing it.

Lastly:

● Answer the questions on page 254 under After Reading on a SEPARATE PIECE OF PAPER. o Answer the first 3 bullet points.

● Once you turn that in, start reading your IRA book. o First project is due Friday!!

Bell Ringer: Wednesday

#8:F. NO CHANGEG. Indeed,H. For instance,J. OMIT the underlined portion.

Reason:

The best answer is J. No transitional word is needed here because this paragraph focuses on a completely different topic, St. Peter's Basilica, than the preceding paragraph does.

Today: 4.4

We are going to look at news clips about the same event.

Learning Target: I can identify and examine evidence of bias in a media text.I can also analyze the role of bias in contrasting news reports.

First:

● With a partner, define the word I give you (use page 255 if you need help).

● Then come up with an example with your partner.

● You will share with the class in 5 minutes.

As Partners Present:

- Fill in the chart with each definition and example.

Next:

As we watch the following article/clips, fill in the chart on worksheet 4.4. - CIA Report

We will discuss after we watch.

ON YOUR OWN:

- Get a computer and find your own bias in the news.

- Fill in the second copy of charts. - Then answer the Writing Prompt based on

YOUR chart.

Bell Ringer: Thursday

#9:A. NO CHANGEB. foundations,C. foundations:D. foundations;

Reason:

The best answer is B. A comma is the best punctuation because it separates the introductory clause from the main clause of the sentence.

Reminders:- Cell phones- Drinks- Assigned seats- Expectations

- Bell Rings- Engagement

- Consequences- No more warnings. - 1 Low level, then referral.

ON YOUR OWN:

- Get a computer and find your own bias in the news.

- Fill in the second copy of charts. - Then answer the Writing Prompt based on

YOUR chart. - Be prepared to share your story.

As People Share:

Write down student’s name.Write down one question you come up with.Write down one example of bias they mention.

Bell Ringer: Friday#10:At this point, the writer is considering adding the following true statement:“In addition to being an architect and artist, Michelangelo wrote poetry, including more than 300 sonnets.”Should the writer make this addition here? F. Yes, because it provides further details about Michelangelo, who designed the dome at St. Peter’s.G. Yes, because it reinforces the paragraph’s implication that Michelangelo was extremely talented.H. No, because it distracts attention from the paragraph’s focus, which is on the architecture and visual art of St. Peter’s.J. No, because it adds more information about Michelangelo, who made only small contributions to Vatican City’s art and architecture.

Reason:

The best answer is H. The proposed sentence interrupts the logical flow of the paragraph because the main focus is St. Peter's Basilica and not the accomplishments of Michelangelo. The artist is mentioned in the paragraph only because some of his work is featured in St. Peter's Basilica.

Foundation Friday

- With marker, write on desk how you take notes.

- Are there other ways to take notes?- Read article.

- Pick one of the other note taking strategies and try it out on your desk.

- Share with a partner. - Let’s chat.

Practice:

As you listen to the ‘lecture’- Use one of the strategies you read about.

- Do this on a separate sheet of paper. - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jSzrZsOP

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