10-6-09

= Test! Unit 1: Cluster Test 3 vocabulary, Friday 10/9 =

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==== **REMINDER: Make-Up Test (Unit 1, Cluster 2) Friday: 10/9. Room 1100, after school.** If you missed the test or scored below 60 you must attend this make-up test. This is the only make-up date offered for this test. ==== =Directions:=
 * Get your **textbook**.
 * Get your **notebook**.
 * Get your **Interactive Practice** Book. (I need to stamp your HW)
 * Get your **Grammar and Writing** Practice Book.
 * Copy today's Learning Objectives in your planner.
 * Complete **Grammar & Writing** activity 14 (pages 27-28).

=__**Learning Objectives**__ (copy in your planner)=
 * Students will:**
 * Understand the elements of complete sentences.
 * Understand that writers use characters and events to reveal themes.
 * Use reading strategies in order to increase comprehension.

= = =__Agenda__ (do not copy)= 2. New Seating Chart 3. Complete Grammar & Writing activity 14 (pages 27-28).**
 * 1. DOL
 * 4. Begin Reading "Skins" p. 72-76**
 * Group members take turns reading out loud.
 * Use the strategy __Clarify Vocabulary__ (page 69) and/or a dictionary when you find unfamiliar words.
 * Find and write the main idea for **each paragraph**. Make a "__Main Idea Outline__" page on a sticky note. Put the sticky next to the paragraph.
 * 5. Complete Table of Contents**