ELD (6,7,8) Newcomers/ World Cultures حَضارات العالم-3rd HR/ Every Monday and Wednesday from 10:30-11:55 Assignments
- Instructor
- Mr. Munther Bahri
- Term
- 2020-2021 School Year
- Department
- ELA
- Description
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Students will read different selections about the USA and other countries, discuss their cultures and achievements in art, music, literature, and sports...Also, students will work on group projects and present them to class.
Upcoming Assignments
No upcoming assignments.
Past Assignments
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Mexico Quiz
New students from Ms. Baker, please do only Part A. My students need to do Part A and the first paragraph of Part B (10 words).
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Japan Quiz
Due today during class meet after review! 10/16 correct will get 16 pts!
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Vocabulary Chart for "The Culture of JAPAN"
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K-W-L / Japan
Complete the first column (K) about what YOU know (Not from Google or any resource). Then, write 5-6 questions that you want to learn about Japan in the second column (W). After reading and discussing the country's culture, we will answer the questions and write what we have learned in the third column (L). Prepare for class discussion!
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Guatemala Quiz
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Guatemala/ Vocabulary
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K-W-L Chart for Guatemala
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Chinese Immigration Quiz
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Vocabulary Chart for "Chinese Immigration"
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Chinese Immigration/ Push and Pull Factors
Reread your notes from the K-W-L chart and complete the Type 3 writing assignment.
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K-W-L Chart for "Chinese Immigration"
Before we read the "Chinese Immigration," we will complete columns K-W about the push and pull factors of immigration. Then we will complete column L after the reading.
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"Sitting Bull"
Read the article about Sitting Bull and complete the vocabulary and comprehension questions.
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John Brown
reread the story of John brown and answer the questions.
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Paul Revere's Ride/ Comprehension Questions
Reread the story of "Paul Revere's Ride" and answer the vocabulary and comprehension questions.
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Paul Revere's Ride/ Vocabulary and Comprehension Questions
Complete the comprehension questions after reading and discussing the article.
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K-W-L Graphic Organizer
Due during the class meet!
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Black History Month Project
Read the instructions and the guidelines to complete this project. You can do it individually or in a group of 2 or 3.
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Langston Hughes (1902-1967)
Read the article about the famous African-American poet Langston Hughes. Try to find a short poem written by Hughes, print it, or just prepare to discuss in class! Also, underline any vocabulary word you need to learn from the article.
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Arts and entertainment Quiz
Review the photos in Part 6 and complete the quiz.
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Arlington National Cemetery
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Arlington National Cemetery
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K-W-L Chart
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Collins Type 2
This is an extra credit assignment to be discussed on Wednesday!
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The Smithsonian Institution
Read the article about the Smithsonian Institution and complete the vocabulary and comprehension questions. The writing part will be sent to you as Type 2. If you have any questions, please email or send a message on Dojo.
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The Capitol
read the article and respond to comprehension questions.
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Washington, D.C. Map Quiz
Study the map of Washington, D.C. and complete the quiz today or tomorrow!
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Labor Day
Read the article and the comprehension questions. Prepare to share in class.
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Martin Luther King, Jr.
Read the article and respond to the comprehension questions.
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St. Patrick's Day (3)
Read the article and respond to comprehension questions and vocabulary.
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New Year's Day
Vocabulary and Comprehension questions
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New Year's Day
Read the article and prepare for class discussion on Friday, Dec. 11, 2020.
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Holidays and Special Days 1-2
Study the pictures and their captions to prepare for next class discussion on Wednesday, Dec. 9.
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World Cultures Test 2
In class test
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G. Morgan's Traffic Light
Read the article and complete the comprehension questions.
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Type 2-Josephine Cochrane's Dishwasher
This is a Type 2 writing about the 2 videos you have watched and the class discussion of Cochrane's automatic dishwasher.
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Cochrane's Dishwasher
Please read the directions carefully. Do Vocabulary, Comprehension, and Details ONLY.
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Culture Project-Semester 1
Read the guidelines and complete the project as power point slides, on a poster, or as a brochure. Work in a group of 2-3 students. Give me the names in your group by Friday, November 20, 2020. The project is due after Thanksgiving break (Monday, Nov. 30, 2020)! If you need any help or have any questions, please let me know as soon as possible.
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Isaac Singer's Sewing Machine
Read the article and prepare to discuss in class.
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Collins Writing/ Type 2
This is a writing prompt about inventions. We will work on this writing assignment after reading and discussing inventions and "Singer's Sewing Machine." Exit Ticket!
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Inventions and Inventors
Study the "Inventions and Inventors" worksheets and complete the quiz.
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Minnesota State
Read the article and respond to comprehension questions. Do not turn in any work before the due date or late!
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Writing Assignment
Write ONE paragraph (4-5 sentences) to respond to the questions about the given topic. Remember to be specific and to the point. Also make sure you topic sentence is clear and all the details are related to it. Write on every line.
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Unit 2 Washington State
Read the text and respond to the comprehension questions on Monday, Nov. 2.
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Self-Monitoring Form
Please read the questions and respond with YES or NO. Then sign above your name! This form is required for every class.
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The US Map Quiz (Participation)
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Unit 4/High Frequency Words
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Mountains/ Using (is) and (are) in complete sentences.
Look at the pictures posted here and write 5 complete sentences that make sense for each picture to tell about outdoor activities and sports. Use nouns, pronouns, and verbs. Make sure your spelling and grammar are correct. Examples:
We can climb the mountains.
He lives in a village by the mountains.
I go to enjoy a day in a park in summer.
Nadia goes to the park behind their house.
We can climb the mountains.
He lives in a village by the mountains.
I go to enjoy a day in a park in summer.
Nadia goes to the park behind their house.