THE SCHWA WAS HERE
Week 1Bellwork
Monday, September 15, 2014
The Schwa Was Here Vocabulary: Copy the word and definition
1. schwa- (n)the faint vowel sound in many unstressed
syllables in the English Language. Ex: the e in overlook, a
in forgettable- sounds like “uh”
2. mannequin- (n)a usually life-size model of the human
body used to display or fit clothes
3. capische- (v) slang for “Do you understand?”
4. persistence- (n) the quality of continuing steadily
despite problems or difficulties
5. teflon- (n)a plastic with nonstick properties used to
coat cookware
Monday, September 15th
Class Analysis: We just read “Cinder Edna.”
1. What are three similarities between Cinderella
and Cinder Edna?
2. What are three differences between the two?
3. Which do you think you would most like to be
friends with and why?
Tuesday, September 16, 2014
Copy the word and definition.
6. pyrotechnics- (n)Making of fireworks
7. asbestos- (n) Mineral used to make incombustible or
fireproof material.
8. bystander-(n) someone who observes without getting
involved
9. retainer- (n) a fee paid to reserve the services of a
professional, especially an attorney or accountant,
whenever needed
10. decapitated- (v) the removal of one’s head causing
sudden death
Tuesday, September 16, 2014
Write the entire sentence and complete it with the correct
vocabulary word.
1.
I thought that someone was watching me in the mall, but it was
only a life-like __________________.
Dude, it’s reading time!
Create a new Two Column Journal and complete one TCJ
while you read. That means choose and copy a meaningful
quote from your novel on the left side, and respond with and
example or anecdote in at least three sentences on the right
side.
Remember: Use quotation marks in the page number.
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Correct Format: Author’s name (Last, First.) Title of
Book. City of Publication: Publisher, Year of Publication.
Wednesday, September 17
Write the entire sentence and complete it with the correct vocabulary word.
1.
People once used flame retardant __________________ to coat products,
however, the particles are dangerous for your lungs.
Dude, it’s reading time!
Create a new Two Column Journal and complete one TCJ
while you read. That means choose and copy a meaningful
quote from your novel on the left side, and respond with and
example or anecdote in at least three sentences on the right
side.
Remember: Use quotation marks in the page number.
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Correct Format: Author’s name (Last, First.) Title of
Book. City of Publication: Publisher, Year of Publication.
Wednesday, September 17
Answer the following questions. Be sure to rephrase the
question in your answer.
1.
Where might you see Teflon and what is it used for?
2.
What do you know about asbestos?
Thursday, September 18, 2014
Copy the synonyms and complete the set with the correct vocabulary
word.
1.
determination, diligence, resolution,_______________
2.
eyewitness, spectator, onlooker, _________________
3.
deposit, fee, payment, _____________________
 Dude, it’s reading time!
Create a new Two Column Journal and complete one TCJ
while you read. That means choose and copy a
meaningful quote from your novel on the left side, and
respond with and example or anecdote in at least three
sentences on the right side.
Remember: Use quotation marks in the page number.
Correct Format: Author’s name (Last, First.) Title of
Book. City of Publication: Publisher, Year of Publication
Thursday, September 18, 2014
Write the entire sentence and complete it with the correct
vocabulary word.
1.
2.
3.
The _________________ were amazing at the
concert, but I was a little scared that a fire might
start.
The e in overlook is called a _____________.
Old gangster movies have the word
_____________ in them which is slang for- got it?
Friday, September 18, 2014
Write the entire sentence and complete it with the correct vocabulary word.
1.
The Little Engine that Could’s _________________ made it possible to
achieve its goal.
Dude, it’s reading time!
Create a new Two Column Journal and complete one TCJ
while you read. That means choose and copy a meaningful
quote from your novel on the left side, and respond with and
example or anecdote in at least three sentences on the right
side.
Remember: Use quotation marks in the page number.
Correct Format: Author’s name (Last, First.) Title of
Book. City of Publication: Publisher, Year of Publication.
Friday, September 19
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1. I have a lawyer on ______________, meaning
that I pay her a monthly fee for always being
available.
2. My job at the Gap involves changing the styles
displayed by ________________ .
3. The _____________ at the magic show were an
awe inspiring combination of flash and danger.
Seven Habits of Highly Effective Teens
Write the seven habits of highly effective teens.
 1. Be Proactive- take responsibility for your life.
 2. Begin with the end in mind- Define your mission and goals in
life
 3. Put first things first- Prioritize and do the most important
things first.
 4. Think: Win-Win- Have an “everyone can win” attitude.
 5. Seek first to understand, then to be understood- Listen to
people sincerely.
 6. Synergize- Work together to achieve more
 7. Sharpen the saw- Renew yourself regularly.
http://www.amazon.com/The-Habits-Highly-EffectiveTeens/dp/076241474X#reader_076241474X