Aim: How do we conjugate -ar, -er and -ir verbs in the present tense? If you did not finish the worksheet during class or were absent, you may turn it in tomorrow. Due date: Friday (9/12/14) [gview file="https://www.whsad.org/wp-content/uploads/2014/09/regular-verbs.docx"] … [Read more...]
“What makes a friend a friend”
Ms. Newton Name: ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ English Writing Date: September 12th 2014 Directions: You are going to write an essay titled “What Makes a friend a friend.” (PLEASE USE A BLACK/BLUE INK PEN) Scenario: “That’s what friends are for.” Most people know the word “friend,” but everyone has a different idea of what makes a person a friend. Write an essay that defines the word “friend.” Include clear examples and anecdotes to explain your … [Read more...]
HIIPANIC HERITAGE MONTH LINKS!
Hispanic Heritage Month begins on September 15, the anniversary of independence for five Latin American countries—Costa Rica, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras, and Nicaragua. In addition, Mexico declared its independence on September 16, and Chile on September 18. Check out these links for more information... Notable Hispanic Americans --> http://www.infoplease.com/spot/hhmbioaz.html Interactive Activities --> http://teacher.scholastic.com/activities/hispanic/ Fact Monster --> http://www.factmonster.com/hispanic-heritage-month/ … [Read more...]
First Writing Assignment and Fahrenheit 451 Text
Below you will find the reading we have done in Fahrenheit 451. You have a writing assignment that is attached to this as well: 10 Sentence Paragraph Explain how Ray Bradbury's use of descriptive language allows the reader to analyze the characters. Use the T-Chart attached to this post to help you document their characteristics. Aim: How can we use character description to analyze a character? Without further ado... IT WAS A PLEASURE TO BURN IT was a special pleasure to see things eaten, to see things blackened and changed. With the brass nozzle in his fists, with this great python spitting its venomous kerosene upon the world, the blood pounded in his head, and his hands were the hands of some amazing conductor … [Read more...]
Song: Pronoun paradise
Aim: What are the subject pronouns? Instructions: Google the song "Pronoun Paradise" and fill in the blanks to the chorus on the worksheet. Songs are great to help you memorize grammar points, even when you think they are silly. If you don't like this version of a subject pronoun song, find one you like and memorize the lyrics. [gview file="https://www.whsad.org/wp-content/uploads/2014/09/PRONOUN-PARADISE.docx"] … [Read more...]
Homework: -ER Verbs
Aim: How do we conjugate -er verbs in the present tense? Here is the homework worksheet from Tuesday (9/9/14). If you were absent, print it and turn it in as soon as possible. [gview file="https://www.whsad.org/wp-content/uploads/2014/09/er-verbs-worksheet.docx"] … [Read more...]
Research Project
Today we will be working on a small research project. For your project you will need to complete the following steps: Step 1: Research the different types of governments that exist in the world today and pick 5. For each of them you MUST describe the different governments and how they function. Here are some guiding questions to help you out: What countries have (or have had) these governments? (list at least 1) What type of leaders do they have? How does their economic system function? What type of rights do the citizens have? Do they have a constitution? What kind of information does it contain? If they do not have a constitution, what kind of documents do they have that govern their country? What kinds of information do … [Read more...]
Literary Element of Theme Video
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OUTSTANDING ASSIGNMENTS
Please be advised that the following assignments were due today September 10th 2014. Class Contract Self introduction letter Summer Writing Project Meet Me Packet Up Coming Due Dates If you received the "Meet Me" Packet after Friday September 5th 2014, your due date is Monday September 15th. Interview Questionnaire/Feature Article - Due Date Monday September 15th 2014 All Home work Assignments MUST be typed 1.5 spacing, 12 font or neatly written in blue or black ink. Please remember to include your name and class period on your work. … [Read more...]
9-10-14 Aim, Do Now, Class Notes
Aim: How do we tell time in Spanish? Do now: Answer the following questions with the written form of the Spanish number. Look on page 7 for help. 1. What is your house or apartment number? 2. What day (#) is your birthday? 3. How many eggs in a dozen? 4. What number do you dial in an emergency? 5. How many fingers would you have if 2 fall off? 6. How many months in a year? 7. How many people with black shirts today? 8. How many seasons are there? 9. How many kids would you like to have? 10. How many pets have you had? Numbers from 20 to 100 20. veinte 30. Treinta 21. … [Read more...]