10-30-08

=October 30, 2008=


 * Test Tomorrow! Unit 2, Cluster 1 (vocabulary on page 124, "Viva La Vida Robot", and "Reading, Writing, and Recreation?") **

=Directions:=
 * Get your notebook.
 * Get your textbook.
 * Get your **Grammar and Writing Book.**
 * Get your **Interactive Practice Book**. (Homework Check)
 * Copy today's **Learning Objectives** and **Homework** in your planner.
 * __Complete pages 39 and 40 in your Grammar and Writing Book.__

=__**Learning Objectives**__=
 * Students will:**
 * Develop a familiarity of and be able to use key vocabulary.
 * Review the content of Unit 2.
 * Review the Reading Strategies learned in Unit 2.


 * Homework:** Interactive Practice Book pages 49 and 55 (answer all questions).

= = =__Agenda__ (do not copy)=
 * 1. Grammar and Writing pages 39-40.**
 * 2. Practice the Unit 2 Cluster 1 Quizlet.**
 * 3. Reflection in pairs or individually:**
 * Page 153 Critical Thinking 2-5.
 * Page 153 Key Vocabulary Review 1-8.
 * Answer in your notebook: What is a **news feature**? (hint: see page 149)
 * Answer in your notebook: What is a **caption**?
 * Answer in your notebook: What is a **subhead**?
 * Answer in your notebook: Describe how to use the "Details and Main Ideas" chart.
 * Answer in your notebook: Describe how to use the "5Ws" chart. What are the "5Ws"?
 * 4. Interactive Practice Book pages 49 & 55.**