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Why is Earl rehearsing with his classmates in Scene 1 of Earl of Twirl?
Why is Earl rehearsing with his classmates in Scene 1 of Earl of Twirl?
- They are practicing a big dance number for the seventh-grade musical. (correct)
- They are preparing for a school play audition.
- They are rehearsing a song for the school talent show.
- They are practicing a monologue for a drama competition.
What is the role of the Director in Scene 1 of Earl of Twirl?
What is the role of the Director in Scene 1 of Earl of Twirl?
- The Director is a student in the play.
- The Director is giving instructions to the students. (correct)
- The Director is a parent of one of the students.
- The Director is a professional actor.
What is the purpose of the 'Notice and Wonder' activity in the lesson?
What is the purpose of the 'Notice and Wonder' activity in the lesson?
- To encourage students to think about the play and what they already know about it. (correct)
- To help students identify their friends' character traits.
- To have students describe a time when they overcame an obstacle.
- To help students develop a trait they want to improve.
What is the main topic of the Turn It Around lesson?
What is the main topic of the Turn It Around lesson?
What does Earl's dialogue repetition reveal about his character?
What does Earl's dialogue repetition reveal about his character?
What is the main purpose of comparing and contrasting characters in a story?
What is the main purpose of comparing and contrasting characters in a story?
What does Kevin's question 'Should we start with SS or math?' reveal about his character?
What does Kevin's question 'Should we start with SS or math?' reveal about his character?
What is Earl's initial reaction to being called 'Earl of Twirl'?
What is Earl's initial reaction to being called 'Earl of Twirl'?
How do character interactions reveal character traits in the story?
How do character interactions reveal character traits in the story?
What is the purpose of the chart in the 'Reread/Think' section?
What is the purpose of the chart in the 'Reread/Think' section?
What is Earl known as in the text?
What is Earl known as in the text?
How does Earl react when everyone chants his nickname in the hallway?
How does Earl react when everyone chants his nickname in the hallway?
What can be inferred about Earl's personality from his reaction to the teasing?
What can be inferred about Earl's personality from his reaction to the teasing?
How would Kevin most likely react to a situation where he is teased by his peers?
How would Kevin most likely react to a situation where he is teased by his peers?
Which statement best describes Earl's character development in the text?
Which statement best describes Earl's character development in the text?
How does Earl's behavior in the hallway contribute to the story's plot?
How does Earl's behavior in the hallway contribute to the story's plot?
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Study Notes
Turn It Around
- The topic is about solving problems with friends or classmates.
- The focus question is "How can people solve a problem with a friend or classmate?"
Notice and Wonder
- Students are asked to read a play and notice what they see, what they already know about plays, and what they wonder.
- Students are encouraged to discuss their ideas with a partner.
Opposite Connection
- Students are given a list of character traits and asked to match each trait with its opposite trait.
- Traits include shy, brave, hardworking, outgoing, fearful, lazy, nervous, serious, funny, and calm.
- Students are asked to discuss a trait they would like to develop and a trait they look for in a friend.
Lesson 4: Earl of Twirl
- The story is about Earl and his classmates rehearsing for a seventh-grade musical.
- Earl is playing the lead role and is practicing a big dance number.
- Kevin asks to study for a math test, but Earl is distracted, thinking about an idea.
Scene 2: Character Traits
- Students are asked to reread Scene 2 and complete a chart to identify character traits.
- Traits include worried, kind, thoughtful, not paying attention, unfocused, confused, focused on schoolwork, and helpful friend.
Compare and Contrast Characters
- Students are asked to compare and contrast Earl and Kevin using their completed charts.
- They are asked to identify similarities and differences between the two characters.
- Students are encouraged to explain why these differences are important to the story.
Scene 3: Turning It Around
- Earl arrives at school with a plan to deal with his nickname "Earl of Twirl".
- Cara sees him and chants his nickname, and soon everyone in the hallway is joining in.
- Earl takes a deep breath, smiles, and spins into a locker, then grins and takes a bow.
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