Identify stylistic differences that establish
voice! Pick 3 colors (any 3 that you want)
and mark the text as we read.
1st color: Academic language
2nd color: Informal language
3rd color: Words and phrases that help you
establish cultural identity
We will do the first 2 paragraphs together.
With your group, identify the following
elements in the text. Be ready to discuss!
Table
Table
Table
Table
Table
Table
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2:
3:
4:
5:
6:
Inclusive pronouns
Active Verbs
In-text citations
Illustrative examples
Diverse punctuation
Rhetorical questions
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What is your understanding of cultural
identity based on this text?
Reflect on invisible aspects of your culture.
What differences exist between you and your
culture?
What are some examples of your culture?
Explain how these aspects are dynamic.
Identify stylistic differences that establish
voice! Pick 3 colors (any 3 that you want) and
mark the text as we read.
1st color: Academic language
2nd color: Informal language
3rd color: Words and phrases that help you
establish cultural identity
We will do the first 2 paragraphs together.
With your group, identify the following
elements in the text. Be ready to discuss!
Table
Table
Table
Table
Table
Table
1:
2:
3:
4:
5:
6:
First person point of view
Fragments for effect
Proper nouns
Vivid details and descriptions
Punctuation to create humor
Shifts in tone
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Complete all the questions 8-11 on p.13
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Discuss!
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Log in to Reading Plus and complete the RPA
(placement test). You have all week to do this.
Log in through your student portal.
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Vocabulary worksheet: Complete the
vocabulary worksheet handed out in class.
Complete the Writing Prompt at the bottom of
p. 13. Do this in the SpringBoard section of
your notebook!