ERWC Packet 4

PACKET 4

ERWC

OCTOBER 2-14, 2014

DUE/QUIZZES OCTOBER 18, 2014

PACKET 4

DAY 1

OCTOBER 2, 2014

OBJECTIVES:

OBJECTIVE(S)

IWBAT identify main

ideas within a text

Learning Log

HOMEWORK

Due next Class

Ongoing

120 pages +IVF

GRAMMAR

TASK: RUN-ON SENTENCES NOTES DATE: OCT.

2, 2014

A run-on sentence occurs when two sentences (two main clauses) are punctuated as though they form a single sentence. There are two types of run-on sentences:

Two sentences that are joined with no punctuation

Two sentences that are joined with only a comma

The following sentences are examples of run-on sentences.

In our society celebrities are often seen as authorities this is an example of the power of image.

(Two sentences are joined together without any punctuation between them.)

We value logic and rationality, arguments based on logos are often persuasive.

(Two sentences are joined together with only a comma between them.)

GRAMMAR

TASK: RUN-ON SENTENCES NOTES DATE: OCT. 2,

2014

Correcting Run-On Sentences

1. Make a separate sentence out of each main clause:

We value logic and rationality. Arguments based on logos are often persuasive.

2. Combine the clauses with a comma and a coordinating conjunction.

This method is useful when you have two ideas of equal importance,

and you want to show the relationship between them:

We value logic and rationality, so arguments based on logos are often persuasive.

Coordinating conjunctions are and, for, yet, but, so, or, and nor.

GRAMMAR

TASK: RUN-ON SENTENCES NOTES DATE:

OCT. 2, 2014


3. Make one clause a subordinate clause. This is an effective way to solve the problem if one of the clauses is less important than the other.

Because we value logic and rationality, arguments based on logos are often persuasive.

Common subordinating words are because, since, when, whenever, even though, although, though, if, unless, while, before, where, as . . . as, who, which, that, whose, and whom.

4. Combine the clauses with a semicolon (;). This method is effective when the two clauses are very closely related and you dont want to break them up with another word. Be careful to use semicolons only when the ideas are closely related; dont use them simply as an alternative to periods.

We value logic and rationality; arguments based on logos are often persuasive.

GRAMMAR

TASK: RUN-ON SENTENCES NOTES DATE:

OCT. 2, 2014


5. Combine the clauses with a semicolon and a transition word

followed by a comma. This method is also useful when you have two

equally important ideas, and you want to show their logical relationship.

We value logic and rationality; consequently, arguments based on logos are often persuasive.

Common transition words are therefore, thus, however, nevertheless,

furthermore, consequently, and then.

IMPUTE VERB FORTITUDE NOUN

Definition: attribute or

credit to

Teacher Sentence:

Although a domestically

abundant energy source,

coal power is imputed as

being a major contributor

to smog, acid rain, and

global warming.

Synonyms: blame; assign

Antonyms: defend, praise

Definition: strength of mind that enables one to endure adversity with courage

Teacher Sentence: The new earthquake destroyed more buildings and once again tested the fortitude of the citizens.

Synonyms: bravery; determination

Antonyms: cowardice; laziness

VOCABULARY

JOURNAL

Do you believe all animals should have

rights?

Explain. Provide examples.

PACKET 4

DAY 2

OCTOBER 6, 2014

OBJECTIVES:

OBJECTIVE(S)

A. IWBAT analyze the features of a text (i.e. subtitles) through class discussion (RI 11-12.5a)

B. IWBAT clarify the meaning of unknown words. (RL 11-12.4)

C. IWBAT critique the authors stylistic choices (RI 11-12.3) through discussion.

Learning Log

HOMEWORK

Due next Class

Read and Complete PAPA Square for A Change of Heart about

Animals

Ongoing

120 pages + IVF

GRAMMAR

TASK: RHET. OP ED ACT. 2 DATE: OCT. 6, 2014


This activity is based on Jeremy Rifkin, A Change of Heart About Animals.

Correct the following run-on sentences. Use a different option to correct each.

1. Researchers are finding that many of our fellow creatures are more like us than we ever imagined, these findings are changing how we view animals.

1. Researchers are finding that many of our fellow creatures are more like us than we ever imagined. These findings are changing how we view animals.

2. Fast food companies are being pressured by animal-rights activists, they are financing research into animal emotions and behavior.

3. Pigs crave affection and are easily depressed the lack of mental or physical stimuli can result in deterioration of health.

4. In Germany farmers give pigs human contact each day, they also provide them with toys to prevent them from fighting.

5. New Caledonian crows make hooks from wire to snag food Koko, a gorilla in Northern California, understands several thousand English words.

6. We thought tool-making and sophisticated language skills are exclusively human attributes, self-awareness is another.

VOCABULARY

PERPETUAL ADJECTIVE

Definition: Enduring

forever

Example Sentence: If you

are a perpetual

procrastinator, your study

habits will never improve.

Synonyms: constant;

continuous

Antonyms: changing;

temporary

BELLIGERENCE NOUN

Definition: aggressive

behavior

Example Sentence: We

must understand the root of

our belligerence so we can

learn to live peacefully.

Synonyms: combativeness;

hostility

Antonyms: None

JOURNAL

Describe an advertisement you have seen often and feel is

VERY persuasive.

What is being advertised?

What is the ethos used?

What is the logos used?

What is the pathos used?

Overall, what makes this advertisement persuasive? Is the

persuasion faulty or reasonable? Explain

PACKET 4

DAY 3

OCTOBER 8, 2014

OBJECTIVES:

OBJECTIVE(S)

F. IWBAT read critically,

citing strong textual

evidence to support my

predictions and analysis

(RI 11-12.1)

HOMEWORK

Due next Class

Ongoing

Reading: 120 pages of reading due each Packet

4; record on reading log.

GRAMMAR

TASK: CORRECTING SUBJECT-VERB

AGREEMENT ERRORS DATE: OCTOBER 8, 2014

Correcting Subject-Verb Agreement Errors

If two or more subjects are joined by the conjunctions and, or, or nor, the conjunction determines if you use a singular or a plural verb.

When the subject of a sentence is composed of two or more nouns or pronouns connected by and, use a plural verb.

Incorrect: Anger and pity is powerful emotions.

Correct: Anger and pity are powerful emotions.

When the subject of a sentence is composed of two or more singular nouns or pronouns connected by or or nor, use a singular verb.

Incorrect: Either anger or pity are an emotion that can cause us to take action.

Correct: Either anger or pity is an emotion that can cause us to take action.

When the subject of a sentence is composed of a singular and a plural noun connected by or or nor, the noun closest to the verb determines whether it is singular or plural.

Incorrect: In the commercial, neither the doctor nor the advertisers is being completely honest.

Correct: In the commercial, neither the doctor nor the advertisers are being completely honest.

GRAMMAR



If the subject and verb are separated by a phrase or clause, make sure the

verb still agrees with the true subject of the sentencenot with a noun or pronoun in the phrase or clause.

Examples

GRAMMAR



Some words that might sound plural are actually singular and take a singular verb. These words are each, each one, either, neither, everyone, everybody, anybody, anyone, nobody, somebody, someone, and no one.

Examples Each of these animals is Either of the philosophers is Everyone is

(Everyone seems plural, but the verb agrees with one, which is singular.)

In sentences beginning with there is or there are, be aware there is not the true subject. Therefore, the verb has to agree with the noun that follows the verb.

Examples There are many arguments There is an argument

Many words in English that were originally Greek end with an s but are singular. Some examples are ethos, pathos, logos, ethics, and mathematics. Other singular words that end in s include news and measles.

Examples

The ethos of a writer helps determine whether we believe his or her argument.

The ethics of doctors forbids them to do harm.

The good news is that toys prevent pigs from fighting.

VOCABULARY

OMNISCIENT ADJECTIVE

Definition: having complete or unlimited knowledge, awareness, or understanding; perceiving all things

Example Sentence: People think the Long Island Medium is completely omniscient because she tells people all about their lives without knowing them.

Synonyms: all-seeing; almighty

Antonyms: stupid; unknowing

CONCOMITANT ADJECTIVE

Definition: something that

naturally accompanies or

follows something

Example Sentence: Some

of us look at pain and illness

as concomitants of life that

simply cannot be avoided.

Synonyms: complementary;

joint

Antonyms: accidental;

unrelated

JOURNAL

PACKET 4

DAY 4

OCTOBER 10, 2014

OBJECTIVES:

OBJECTIVE(S)

D.

Learning Log

HOMEWORK

Due next Class

Packet 4 Quizzes & Packet 4

120 pages read + IVF

Ongoing

GRAMMAR

TASK: RHET. OP ED. ACT. 3 DATE: OCT. 10, 2014

Correcting Subject-Verb Agreement Errors

This activity is based on John Edlund, Three Ways to Persuade.

Identify the subject and verb. Then correct the subject-verb agreement problems. Double-underline the verb and underline the subject in these sentences. Note: All verbs should be in the present tense. When you are finished, compare your answers with a partner. If you are not sure about a sentence, ask your teacher for help.

1. For Aristotle, a speakers character contribute to whether the audience will believe the speakers argument.

1. Character contributes

2. There is several other reasons why an audience might believe an argument.

3. Advertising, both for products and in politics, depend on the ethos of the person in the advertisement.

4. One of the advertisements use a slender movie star to sell a new diet drug.

5. Each of the advertisements that rely on celebrities are really deceptive.

VOCABULARY

ABRIDGE VERB

Definition: to cut down; shorten.

Example Sentence: The publisher thought the dictionary was too long and abridged it, leaving only the most commonly used words.

Synonyms: abbreviate; condense

Antonyms: Expand; increase

OSTENTATIOUS ADJECTIVE

Definition: intended to

attract notice and impress

others

Example Sentence: The

ostentatious display of lights

was meant to attract attention

and draw in customers.

Synonyms: flashy;

extravagant

Antonyms: modest; tasteful

JOURNAL

Have you ever gone fishing? Did you catch a fish? What did the fish do? How did it behave? Did you eat

it?

What other experiences have you had with live fish? Do you have an aquarium at home? Have you been to a

public aquarium? What did you learn from these experiences?

From your experiences, do you think that fish feel pain? Why or why not?

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