CHAINS BELLWORK

Week Six

Vocabulary

TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 17 1. arsonist (p. 197) noun- a person who

is setting fires 2. silhouette (5) noun- an outline of

somebody or something filled in with black or a dark color on a light background,

3. bleak (248)- adj.- unwelcoming, providing little comfort, shelter, or encouragement

4. untimely (256)- adverb- coming at a wrong or bad time

5. smolder (262)-verb- burn slowly with smoke but no flame

TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 17 6. coverlet (262)-noun- a bedspread,

typically less than floor-length 7. kindling (268)- noun- easily

combustible small sticks or twigs used for starting a fire

8. insensible (294)- adj.- without one's mental faculties, typically a result of violence or sickness; unconscious

9. rouse (295)-verb- bring out of sleep; awaken OR to cause to feel angry or excited.

10. falter (297)- verb- to start to lose strength or momentum; move unsteadily or in a way that shows lack of confidence.

WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 18 Write out the complete sentence and circle the vocabulary word.1. Using brainstorming methods like a

web, a list, or a bracket can be excellent kindling for great ideas.

2. A clear outline, with an introduction, body paragraphs, and a conclusion, will stop you from feeling bleak about the writing test!

WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 18Write out the complete sentence and circle the vocabulary word used. 1. The best way to rouse great ideas is

to plan ahead with brainstorming and outlining.

2. Only an insensible person would fail to determine the topic, opinion, and reasoning needed for a strong thesis statement.

3. You will never falter if you include a theme or message in narrative writing.

THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 19Write the following : Be sure to PLAN, write, and revise. 1. Read articles/resources and

PLAN brainstorm/outline- 1 hour      2. Write – 1 hour 3. Revise – ½ hour

SAMPLE ESSAY Read the passage to understand the

context. Then, read the sample student essay.

In the “notes” section, identify these key elements:

INTRO: setting, narrator, point of view BODY: list key events and details CONCLUSION: resolution and possible

theme

THURSDAY, FEB. 19Write the following word for word. 1. The writing test is an untimed test, so

take all the time you need. 2. You may make notes, circle, and

underline ideas within the reference material.

3. Remember to read and analyze the prompt very carefully and answer the question that is being asked.

MONDAY, FEBRUARY 23 Narrative- A story real or imagined

about a particular subject. List five elements that should be in a narrative. 1. Characters 2. Vivid setting 3. Plot in chronological order 4. Theme carried through narrative 5. Conclusion no loose ends (Unless it is

a brilliantly written cliff hanger).

MONDAY, FEBRUARY 23 1. Said is dead- write three salsa words

for said. 2. Bad is BAD- write three salsa words

for bad. 3. Good is NO good!- write three salsa

words for good.

TUESDAY, FEB. 24 Dude, it’s reading time!Begin your two column journal.

Remember: Use quotation marks in the page number.

Correct Format: Author’s name (Last, First.) Title of Book. City of Publication: Publisher, Year of Publication. Source Type.

WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 25 Use the restroom before the test! Bring a good book for after.

Review- PLAN, Write, and Revise. How long? Planning includes a brainstorm and an

outline. Parts of an outline? Narrative- what should it contain? Any questions?

WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 251. List two synonyms for silhouette.2. Draw a picture of a silhouette.

Dude, it’s reading time!Begin your two column journal.

Remember: Use quotation marks in the page number.

Correct Format: Author’s name (Last, First.) Title of Book. City of Publication: Publisher, Year of Publication. Source Type.

WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 25Write out the three sentences. Underline the vocabulary words used. Pay attention to how the textual evidence is introduced, cited, and explained. 1. The fire was able to only _____________

because it did not have enough air. 2. A smoldering fire is a discouraging

sight for an enthusiastic _______________. 3. A(n) _______________ rain put a

damper on the arsonist’s big plans.

THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 26

THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 261. The news that I was allowed to go was

___________, because the movie had already started.

2. We try not to have fire drills on days that the weather is ___________ and cold.

3. It would be ____________ to schedule an outdoor activity when it is sleeting.

Dude, it’s reading time!Begin your two column journal.

Remember: Use quotation marks in the page number.

Correct Format: Author’s name (Last, First.) Title of Book. City of Publication: Publisher, Year of Publication. Source Type.

FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 271. Fire starter, burner, pyromaniac:

_________2. Hesitate, waver, pause: ____________3. Stir, provoke, awaken: ________________

Dude, it’s reading time!Begin your two column journal.

Remember: Use quotation marks in the page number.

Correct Format: Author’s name (Last, First.) Title of Book. City of Publication: Publisher, Year of Publication. Source Type.

FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 27Write out the sentence and replace the vague pronoun with a vocabulary word that is more informative. 1. I used it ________________ to start the

campfire. 2. She _________________ lit the fire and

watched the flames from a distance. 3. Rodney pulled it______________ over

his arms to keep him warm while asleep.