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Class Discussion:

  1. Can people with too much power be dangerous?
  2. Think of past or present dictators who have or had complete power.
  3. How do we limit the power of the president in our country?

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.

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Let’s Discuss. . .

Share your Thinking

In my opinion…

It occurred to me that…

I noticed that……..

Build on an Idea

You made a good point when you said….

Even though_________, I think …………

Yes, but it’s also true that………...

Ask a Question

Can you give an example of. . .?

What do you mean by…….?

What would happen if. . .?

RP

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jihad pg. 91

morality pg. 97

chivalry pg. 98

emplacements pg. 100

Terms to Know

VOC

sanctioned pg. 96

Verb

Adjective

Noun

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Informational Text/Close Reading/

Al-Qaeda Since 9/11

Click on the following link and complete the corresponding worksheet.

Click Here for UDL Choice Chart

Create a Venn Diagram

The Sunni and Shia Islamic groups were mentioned in today’s reading. Research the similarities and differences between the 2 groups. Organize your ideas on a venn diagram.

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Choice & Voice Activity

UDL

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It is evident that Malala’s father and the mufti (Islamic scholar) do not see eye to eye.

  1. How does Malala’s father demonstrate his dedication to education for the girls at his school?
  2. Are compromises made?
  3. What would you have done in his place and why?

Language Support

  • Malala’s father’s dedication to educating girls is _______________.

  • Her dad’s compromises include______________.

  • If I was put in a similar situation, ____________.

  • In conclusion, _________.

Character Focus: Dedication

Character Journal Prompt

Directions: Respond to the following question.

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Instruction Lesson: 8

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