Thursday, May 5 finish task 3 essay.

Learning targets:
I can write arguments to support claims in an analysis of substantive topics or texts, using valid reasoning and relevant and sufficient evidence.
I can use words, phrases, and clauses as well as varied syntax to link the major sections of the text, create cohesion, and clarify the relationships between claim(s) and reasons, between reasons and evidence.
I can establish and maintain a formal style and objective tone while attending to the norms and conventions of the discipline in which they are writing.
I can provide a concluding statement or section that follows from and supports the argument presented.
Essential question: How does the author employ an effective literary device to develop the theme or controlling idea of his short story?
In class: vocabulary quiz
              Finishing up task 3.  These are due at the close of class; NOT LATER IN THE DAY, unless you receive extended time. I am collecting all the work at the end of class. If you receive extended time, your work will be given to your resource teacher, who will only monitor your alloted time. If you were absent you will need to make arrangements to complete the work outside of class. I am also in the library after school today. 
  
               New vocabulary: class handout / copy below

Vocabulary for the week of May 9……quiz is on Friday, May 13

1..  vigilant-adjective- keeping careful watch for possible danger or difficulties; watchful, observant, attentive, alert, eagle-eyed, hawk-eyed

2.  adroit-adjective- clever or skillful in using the hands or mind; adept, dexterous, deft, nimble, able, capable

3.  to fabricate-verb- to invent or concoct (something), typically with deceitful intent;  to falsify, to fake, to counterfeit

4.  pretext-noun- a reason given in justification of a course of action that is not the real reason.

5.  to gesticulate-verb- use gestures, especially dramatic ones, instead of speaking or to emphasize one's words.

6. to  badger- verb- to bother persistently

7. to  implore-verb- beg someone earnestly or desperately to do something.

8.  drudgery-noun- hard, menial, or dull work.

9.  interminable-adjective-endless (often used hyperbolically); never-ending, unending, nonstop, everlasting, ceaseless,

10.  to perceive-verb- to become aware or conscious of (something); come to realize or understand.

Idioms

11. a wet blanket-a person who spoils other people's fun by failing to join in with or by disapproving of their activities.

12.  to pour oil on troubled waters- try to settle a disagreement or dispute with words intended to placate or pacify those involved.