Reading Homework Passage: Cesar Chavez - RI.5.1 - Quoting text evidence/making inferences
DUE: FRIDAY FEBRUARY 13TH
New writing prompt: TBA
Grammar - choose words/phrases to convey ideas precisely- pages 57 - 58
Spelling - homophones - pages 59 - 60
Grammar Focus -
choose words and phrases to convey ideas precisely
When writing, it is important to choose words that express your ideas precisely. Although, some words have similar meanings, they might not express exactly what you mean.
EXAMPLE: I was (thrilled, or happy) to ride the roller coaster!
thrilled would be the more precise word to convey
Spelling Words:
-homophones
1) capital
2) idol
3) mourning
4) patience
5) suite
6) hoarse
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