Content Guide Strategies for Unit 2
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What is the focus of the content guide for Unit 2?

  • Improving writing skills
  • Enhancing knowledge retention and reading skills (correct)
  • Learning grammar rules
  • Developing vocabulary

    • Students should remember to save their work after filling out each section of the guide.

    True

    What is one strategy mentioned for PRE-reading?

    Taking background information and applying it to the current reading.

    In Module 6, students learn about ______ strategies.

    <p>Before-Reading</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following strategies with their descriptions:

    <p>Taking background information = Helps relate new content to previous knowledge Reading headings = Provides clues about the text structure Looking up challenging words = Enhances vocabulary and understanding Reading the back of a book = Gives an overview of the content</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a benefit of filling out the content guide during the course?

    <p>It helps become a better reader.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Reading the paragraph at the back of a book is a strategy that can help with comprehension.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What do students do with challenging words or topics?

    <p>Look them up.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary focus of the content?

    <p>Attributes of humility</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The content suggests that not remembering things well is a positive attribute.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What sentiment does the speaker try to embody when understanding another person's feelings?

    <p>Empathy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The content primarily emphasizes acting with more __________.

    <p>humility</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following attributes with their descriptions:

    <p>Humility = Acting with modesty and openness to others' experiences Empathy = Understanding and sharing feelings of another Communication = The act of conveying messages or emotions Reflection = Thinking back on experiences for better understanding</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What method did the speaker use to improve their understanding of another person's feelings?

    <p>By focusing on empathy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The content reflects on the speaker's ability to remember things well.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What emotion does the speaker wish to feel while understanding others?

    <p>What she was feeling</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the term 'metaphor' signify in Spanish?

    <p>Too many letters</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The term 'parole' refers to an unconditional release from imprisonment.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the meaning of the word 'hack'?

    <p>Cut or chop away</p> Signup and view all the answers

    To become limp is to ______.

    <p>wilt</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following vocabulary words with their definitions:

    <p>Parole = A conditional release from imprisonment Hack = Cut or chop away Wilt = Become limp Trowel = A small hand tool with a handle and a metal blade</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which character's truthfulness is being evaluated concerning Susie Derkins?

    <p>Calvin</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Calvin told the truth about how he feels about Susie Derkins.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does a trowel typically consist of?

    <p>A handle and a metal blade</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Calvin claim about Susie's name?

    <p>He didn't know her name.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Calvin is portrayed as a reliable narrator in the comic.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why does the author believe Calvin is not a reliable narrator?

    <p>Because he lied about knowing Susie's name and misled the readers.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Calvin did not tell the _____ about knowing Susie's name.

    <p>truth</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following statements to their meaning:

    <p>Calvin claimed ignorance = Pretended not to know Used Susie's name = Demonstrated dishonesty Lied to readers = Not trustworthy Reliable narrator = Consistently truthful</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main theme of Calvin's narration in the comic?

    <p>Truth and honesty</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Calvin told the truth at the beginning about knowing Susie's name.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Identify a character trait of Calvin based on his narration.

    <p>Dishonesty</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the narrator's initial reaction upon seeing the person watering the beans?

    <p>Surprise</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The narrator felt confident that the person was there to help with the plants.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the person doing with the pitcher?

    <p>Watering the beans</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The narrator was _____ when he saw the person watering the beans.

    <p>frozen</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the actions with the narrator's feelings:

    <p>Watering the beans = Surprise Backing away = Confusion Standing up = Uncertainty Froze = Fear</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What uncertainty does the narrator express about the person's actions?

    <p>Whether the person's intentions are good</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How long should the narrator's written response be?

    <p>At least four or five sentences</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The narrator expected to see someone watering his beans.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was Wendell afraid of in the beginning?

    <p>When the phone rang</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Wendell’s act of watering beans behind a refrigerator was considered a wise action.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What quality did Wendell show towards Kim?

    <p>Kindness</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Wendell proved to be _____ when he followed Ana's request.

    <p>reliable</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match Wendell's actions with their corresponding qualities:

    <p>Opened up about fear = Emotional vulnerability Showed kindness to Kim = Empathy Followed Ana's request = Reliability Watered beans behind a refrigerator = Irresponsibility</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What did Wendell's experience demonstrate about him?

    <p>He had real-world experience</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The narrative suggests that one should acknowledge the circumstances someone is in.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What emotion did Wendell express regarding the phone ringing?

    <p>Fear</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Module 10 Content Guide

    • This guide helps remember thinking strategies for the course.
    • Filling it out helps deepen knowledge, improve assignments, and enhance reading skills.
    • The modules have note-taking areas, and boxes expand as you type.
    • Save the file regularly to prevent data loss.
    • Submit the guide at the end of Module 10.

    Pre-Reading Strategies

    • Taking background information and applying it to the current reading.
    • Reading headings and paragraphs.
    • Looking up challenging words/topics.
    • Understanding the author's background/culture to analyze what is being read.
    • Researching the author/checking for books by the same author to learn their writing style.

    Novel Selection

    • The novel chosen for this unit is Seedfolks.
    • Reasons for choosing this novel include the plot twists within the descriptions and the way the story shows characters together.

    Reading Goals

    • Gain a deeper understanding of challenging texts.
    • Improve comprehension levels.
    • Improve knowledge and remembering.
    • Improve clarity with remembering information.

    Clause vs. Phrase

    • A clause contains both a subject and a verb.
    • A phrase has either only a subject or a verb.
    • Examples include "I went to the store" (clause) and "The very happy squirrel" (phrase).

    Direct vs. Indirect Characterization

    • Direct characterization showcases personality.
    • Indirect characterization shows personality through actions.
    • The acronym "STEAL" (Speech, Thoughts, Effect on others, Action, Looks) helps in identifying characterizations.

    Reading Roadblocks

    • Identifying roadblocks when they occur.
    • Practicing strategies for fixing these roadblocks by slowing down and considering the reading material.
    • Asking Questions and bringing in background information.

    Figurative Language

    • Five types of figurative language are identified.
    • Simile (e.g., "Life is like a box of chocolates"), metaphor, personification, hyperbole, and allusion.
    • These help in reading and writing.
    • Examples are given for clarity.

    Examining Figurative Language

    • Identify the types of figurative language in the text(e.g., the video of "My Name").

    Vocabulary

    • Learning new words through practice sessions.
    • Understanding words like "parole" (conditional release from imprisonment), "hack" (cut), "wilt" (become limp), and "trowel" (hand tool).
    • Summarizing frequently used words learned during sessions.

    Reliability of a Narrator

    • Determining reliable and unreliable narrators in a text (e.g. Calvin).
    • Consider if the narrator is too self-interested, lacks experience or knowledge, and if their actions match the words.

    Theme

    • A theme is a concept, subject or idea. (topic of the text).
    • It can be worded as a sentence.
    • Theme is backed by the character, story, and plot.
    • Examples of theme are kindness, trust, and growing.

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