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Cycle 8 Day 6
Cycle 8 Day 6
Topic:
Topic:
Essential questions: Were humans created to live anywhere, or did God design Earth as our perfect home?
Standards:
L.7.1 – Demonstrate command of the conventions of standard English grammar and usage when writing or speaking.
L.7.4 – Determine or clarify the meaning of unknown and multiple-meaning words using context clues, word parts, and reference materials.
RI.7.8 – Trace and evaluate the argument and specific claims in a text.
Goals:
Identify parts of speech (nouns, verbs, adjectives, adverbs, conjunctions) in context.
Recognize key vocabulary used in argumentative writing about space.
Explain how grammar and word choice strengthen an argument.
Accessing Prior Knowledge /(Review)
What are Parts of Speech? Do you remember any of them?
Take notes if you do not remember the main parts of Speech:
What is a noun? (person, place, or thing)
What is a verb? (action or state)
What is an adjective? (describes a noun)
What is an adverb? (describes a verb, adjective, or another adverb)
What is a conjunction? (joins words or clauses) and, but, or, so, for, yet, and nor, often remembered by the acronym FANBOYS.
New information: Take notes as you read and see the video.
New information: Take notes as you read and see the video.
For every Argument you need to ask yourself the following:
What is the author’s claim?
What evidence supports that claim?
What counterargument does the author include?
Application:
Application:
Today, we will see how grammar and vocabulary work together to make an argument convincing. Word choice is very important in any type of writing.
Today, we will see how grammar and vocabulary work together to make an argument convincing. Word choice is very important in any type of writing.
Read the following selection:
Short Article: Argumentative Model Text
Short Article: Argumentative Model Text
Should Humans Colonize Mars?
Many scientists believe that colonizing Mars could secure humanity’s future. Supporters argue that Earth’s resources are limited and that a new planet could offer a fresh start. However, critics claim that the risks are enormous—radiation, lack of oxygen, and high costs make the mission extremely difficult. Instead of investing billions in another planet, we should focus on solving problems here on Earth. Exploring Mars is exciting, but responsible stewardship of our own planet is more important.
Now, copy and paste the paragraph in a google document and highlight parts of speech using different colors for each:
Nouns – Blue
Verbs – Red
Adjectives – Green
Adverbs – Yellow
Conjunctions – Purple
4. Remember, any unknown word from the article you are responsible for looking up their definition or using context to determine meaning.
We will discuss all the answers together in class next week
Key Vocabulary from the Text:
colonize – to establish a settlement in a new place
resources – materials that can be used to meet needs
critics – people who oppose or evaluate an idea
stewardship – responsible management or care for something
investing – using money or time for a purpose
Reading Comprehension Guiding questions: Copy the questions and answer in the document.
Which words show support for an idea (positive or persuasive tone)?
Which words show opposition or disagreement?
How do the words supporters argue and critics claim signal different sides of the argument?
Which vocabulary words could you use in your own argumentative writing to sound more academic and precise?
How do nouns and verbs (e.g., scientists, colonize, focus) help make the author’s reasoning clearer?
Technology integration:
Technology integration:
Kahoot
Biblical integration
Biblical integration
Do you think God designed humans to survive anywhere—or specifically for Earth?
GENERALIZATION:
GENERALIZATION:
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