April 22
Task 1: Direct Object Practice
Mark these sentences using steps A-D. Your notes from class/zoom may be useful.
A. Bracket off any prepositional phrases. B. Single underline the subject.
C. Double underline the verb. D. Circle the DIRECT OBJECT
1. We heard the tornado warning on the radio.
2. Our class helped the fifth grade students find their shelter area.
3. Later, Ms. Moore congratulated us on our silence and courage.
4. Nigel recently saw an enjoyable movie at the Sundance film festival.
5. At dinner he discussed the film with a group of movie-loving friends.
6. The next day, Nigel posted a very positive review on his movie blog.
I'll post the answers here and on Schoology on Friday, April 24th.
Task 2: Vocabulary Practice - from before we left in March
Task 3: Write a story using vocabulary words.
Include as as many vocabulary words as possible. Use the words correctly. Later today I'll add a spot where you can share your story (here or on Schoology).
adversary - an enemy or opponent
apprehensive - anxious or fearful that something bad or unpleasant will happen
cease - to stop
cunning - skill at being sneaky or tricking people
destination - where someone or something is going or being sent.
furtive - trying not to be seen; acting sneaky or secretive
grueling - Very tiring; requiring lots of energy
impending - about to happen (in a threatening way)
incapacitate - to take away strength or ability
judicious - using or showing good judgment, wise, sensible
ominous - threatening or foreshadowing evil or tragic developments
recuperate - to recover, get better after being sick or hurt
sabotage - to deliberately destroy or damage
vigilant - on the alert; watchful
vulnerable - open to attack; capable of being wounded or damaged; unprotected