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Class Discussion:

From what you have read thus far, answer the following questions:

  1. What is a scythe?
  2. What is their purpose in society?
  3. Why are they important?

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Contract Learning:

Consider using one of the options on our CL Choice Chart as a tool to allow students to respond through conversation, presentation, or writing.

Let’s Discuss. . .

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Share your Thinking

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In my opinion…

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It occurred to me that…

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I noticed that……..

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Build on an Idea

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You made a good point when you said….

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Even though_________, I think …………

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Yes, but it’s also true that………...

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Ask a Question

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Can you give an example of. . .?

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What do you mean by…….?

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What would happen if. . .?

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Chapter Audio Link

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turmoil pg. 16

rogue pg. 18

enmity pg. 28

Terms to Know

VOC

compulsory pg. 18

cordial pg.21

Nouns:

Adjectives:

immensely pg. 17

Adverb:

antagonize pg. 21

Verb:

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Dr. Katie Novak and Best Ways to Teach Vocabulary

Frayer Model Vocabulary

Link to Merriam Webster Dictionary

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Informational Text/The Quest for Immortality

Click on the following link and complete the corresponding worksheet. Be sure to follow the directions carefully.

Journal Writing

Faraday tells Rowan, “Remember that good intention pave many roads. Not all of them lead to hell.

  1. What do you believe he means by this statement?
  2. Do you agree?
  3. Why or why not?

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Click Here for UDL Choice Chart

Choice & Voice Activity

UDL

Academic Discussion Cards

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  1. How did Rowan demonstrate compassion at the gleaning of Kohl Whitlock?
  2. How did this backfire on Rowan?
  3. What effect did it have on Faraday if any?

Language Support

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  • I feel that Rowan demonstrated compassion when he __________.

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  • This is evidenced by ____________.

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  • This backfired on Rowan when ___________.

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  • In my opinion, this caused Faraday to ___________.

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Character Focus: Compassion

Character Journal Prompt

Directions: Respond to the following question.

Click Here for Character Journal Choice Chart

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