THE SCHWA WAS HERE

Week 1Bellwork

Monday, September 15, 2014

The Schwa Was Here Vocabulary: Copy the word and definition

1. schwa- (n)the faint vowel sound in many unstressed syllables in the English Language. Ex: the e in overlook, a in forgettable- sounds like “uh”2. mannequin- (n)a usually life-size model of the human body used to display or fit clothes3. capische- (v) slang for “Do you understand?”4. persistence- (n) the quality of continuing steadily despite problems or difficulties5. teflon- (n)a plastic with nonstick properties used to coat cookware

Monday, September 15th

Class Analysis: We just read “Cinder Edna.”1. What are three similarities between Cinderella and Cinder Edna? 2. What are three differences between the two? 3. Which do you think you would most like to be friends with and why?

Tuesday, September 16, 2014

Copy the word and definition.

6. pyrotechnics- (n)Making of fireworks7. asbestos- (n) Mineral used to make incombustible or fireproof material.8. bystander-(n) someone who observes without getting involved9. retainer- (n) a fee paid to reserve the services of a professional, especially an attorney or accountant, whenever needed10. decapitated- (v) the removal of one’s head causing sudden death

Tuesday, September 16, 2014

Write the entire sentence and complete it with the correct vocabulary word.

1. I thought that someone was watching me in the mall, but it was only a life-like __________________.

Dude, it’s reading time!

Create a new Two Column Journal and complete one TCJ while you read. That means choose and copy a meaningful quote from your novel on the left side, and respond with and example or anecdote in at least three sentences on

the right side.

Remember: Use quotation marks in the page number. Correct Format: Author’s name (Last, First.) Title of Book. City of Publication: Publisher, Year of Publication.

Wednesday, September 17

Write the entire sentence and complete it with the correct vocabulary word.

1. People once used flame retardant __________________ to coat products, however, the particles are dangerous for your lungs.

Dude, it’s reading time!

Create a new Two Column Journal and complete one TCJ while you read. That means choose and copy a meaningful quote from your novel on the left side, and respond with and example or anecdote in at

least three sentences on the right side.

Remember: Use quotation marks in the page number. Correct Format: Author’s name (Last, First.) Title of Book. City of Publication: Publisher, Year of Publication.

Wednesday, September 17

Answer the following questions. Be sure to rephrase the question in your answer. 1. Where might you see Teflon and what is it

used for?2. What do you know about asbestos?

Thursday, September 18, 2014

Copy the synonyms and complete the set with the correct vocabulary word.

1. determination, diligence, resolution,_______________

2. eyewitness, spectator, onlooker, _________________

3. deposit, fee, payment, _____________________ Dude, it’s reading time!

Create a new Two Column Journal and complete one TCJ while you read. That means choose and copy a

meaningful quote from your novel on the left side, and respond with and example or anecdote in at least three

sentences on the right side. Remember: Use quotation marks in the page number.

Correct Format: Author’s name (Last, First.) Title of Book. City of Publication: Publisher, Year of Publication

Thursday, September 18, 2014

Write the entire sentence and complete it with the correct vocabulary word.

1. The _________________ were amazing at the concert, but I was a little scared that a fire might start.

2. The e in overlook is called a _____________.

3. Old gangster movies have the word _____________ in them which is slang for- got it?

Friday, September 18, 2014

Write the entire sentence and complete it with the correct vocabulary word.

1. The Little Engine that Could’s _________________ made it possible to achieve its goal.

Dude, it’s reading time!

Create a new Two Column Journal and complete one TCJ while you read. That means choose and copy a meaningful quote from your novel on the left side, and respond with and example or anecdote in at

least three sentences on the right side.

Remember: Use quotation marks in the page number. Correct Format: Author’s name (Last, First.) Title of Book. City of Publication: Publisher, Year of Publication.

Friday, September 19

1. I have a lawyer on ______________, meaning that I pay her a monthly fee for always being available.

2. My job at the Gap involves changing the styles displayed by ________________ .

3. The _____________ at the magic show were an awe inspiring combination of flash and danger.

Seven Habits of Highly Effective Teens

Write the seven habits of highly effective teens. 1. Be Proactive- take responsibility for your life. 2. Begin with the end in mind- Define your mission and

goals in life 3. Put first things first- Prioritize and do the most

important things first. 4. Think: Win-Win- Have an “everyone can win”

attitude. 5. Seek first to understand, then to be understood-

Listen to people sincerely. 6. Synergize- Work together to achieve more 7. Sharpen the saw- Renew yourself regularly. http://www.amazon.com/The-Habits-Highly-Effective-Teens/dp/076241474X#reader_076241474X