Homework in our writing class has decreased, as homework in Math and Language Arts haS increased. Doing this will allow Students to juggle their many extra curricular activities while still preparing for their Math and ELA EOG's.
Great Job University of Madrid on your THEME QUiz taken on 5/20/15
BE SURE TO UTILIZE PLOT, SETTING, MOOD, THEME, CHARACTERS, CONFLICT/ RESOLUTION AND POINT OF VIEW
Vocabulary words week of 5/19/15 An Object at Rest: https://www.shortoftheweek.com/2015/05/04/object-rest/
tragedy-noun an event resulting in great loss and misfortune trickle- verb run or flow slowly, as in drops or in an unsteady stream trivial-adj. obvious and dull; of little substance or significance Uncertainty-noun the state of being unsure of something unscathed-adj.without suffering any injury, damage, or harm. upright-adj. in a vertical position; not sloping; of moral excellence; urgent-adj. compelling immediate action utmost– adj. the most extreme greatest Vengeance-nounpunishment inflicted or retribution exacted for an injury or wrong. vicious-adj. marked by deep ill will; deliberately harmful; (of persons or their actions) able or disposed to inflict pain or suffering
BE SURE TO UTILIZE PLOT, SETTING, MOOD, THEME, CHARACTERS, CONFLICT/ RESOLUTION AND POINT OF VIEW Vocabulary Words for "Spiro" (Link Below) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GJwKoIbBkZs
species - noun a group of living organisms consisting of similar individuals capable of exchanging genes or interbreeding. status - noun the relative position or standing of things or especially persons in a society stodgy - adj. dull and uninspired.; heavy, starchy and hard to digest substantial - adj. of considerable importance, size, or worth. subtle - adj. faint and difficult to analyze sullen - adj. bad-tempered and sulky; gloomy supervise - verb keep tabs on; keep an eye on; keep under surveillance; watch and direct Tamper - verb play around with or alter or falsify, usually secretively or dishonestly throb - noun a deep pulsating type of pain toxic - adj. of or relating to or caused by a toxin or poison
Previous Words for "The Egyptian Pyramids resume - noun a summary of your academic and work history retort – noun a quick reply to a question or remark (especially a witty or critical one) robust - adj. physically strong; strong enough to withstand or overcome intellectual challenges or adversity rupture - verb separate or cause to separate abruptly Saga - noun a narrative telling the adventures of a hero or a family sequel - noun a part added to a book or play that continues and extends it; something that follows something else sham - adj. adopted in order to deceive; noun something that is a counterfeit; not what it seems to be shirk - verb avoid dealing with; avoid (one's assigned duties) simultaneously - adv. at the same instant snare - noun a surgical instrument consisting of wire hoop that can be drawn tight around the base of polyps or small tumors to sever them; used especially in body cavities trap
Previous words for "The Color of Evil" predatory – adj. living by or given to victimizing others for personal gain presume – verb take to be the case or to be true; accept without verification or proof preview - noun an inspection or viewing of something before it is bought or becomes generally known and available. prior - adj. earlier in time prowess - noun a superior skill that you can learn by study and practice and observation Radiant - adj. sending out light; shining or glowing brightly. random - adj. lacking any definite plan or order or purpose rant - noun pompous or pretentious talk or writing; a loud bombastic declamation expressed with strong emotion recede - verb move back and away from; retreat; pull back or move away or backward reprimand - noun an act or expression of criticism and censure
Previous words for monkey Symphony notorious - adj. having an exceedingly bad reputation nurture - verb help develop, help grow; provide with nourishment; bring up Obnoxious - adj. causing disapproval or protest oration - noun a formal speech, especially one given on a ceremonial occasion. orthodox - adj. adhering to what is commonly accepted; of or pertaining to or characteristic of Judaism; of or relating to or characteristic of the Eastern Orthodox Church overwhelm - verb charge someone with too many tasks; cover completely or make imperceptible Pamper - verb treat with excessive indulgence patronize - verb be a regular customer or client of; treat condescendingly; *Condescending:to behave as if one is conscious of descending from a superior position, rank, or dignity. peevish - adj. easily irritated or annoyed pelt - noun body covering of a living animal
University of Madrid: Essay Grading system: Meet Deadline (40) Correct Header (5) Topic/ Question included at the top of paper (5) Size 12 Font Times New Roman If typed or In ink- If written (5) Double Spaced (5), 5 paragraphs-Intro, Body Conclusion (10) At Least 2 Sources (10) grammar and Mechanics (20)