Complete this sentence...

Direction: Complete and expand upon the following sentences. (At least 1 paragraph each, 5-7 sentences)

1) This Winter Break, I....


2) During the second half of the second quarter, I will improve upon...

145th Street -- The Streak

Directions: Make a text to text connection with the story "The Streak" and another story, television show, movie or play that you have seen.

Length: One paragraph.

Hint: Make a clear connection and explain it!

Responding to Achieve: Honoring People

Directions: After reading the article, discuss someone who you would like to honor. Who is someone you respect? Why do you respect them? What characteristics do they have that you admire?

Creative Blogging #8

Directions: Use the following word to create the beginning of a short story. You may only use the word ONCE.

Snow

Too Young To Drive -- Reflecting on Achieve

Directions: After reading the article on Achieve, state whether the driving age should be increased and why. Use evidence to defend your answer.

Example beginning:

• The driving age should not be increased. Teen drivers are just as capable as other people to operate automobiles....
  

State Your Point of View!

Directions: Using evidence from the article, state and defend your point of view on the following topic!

Topic Question: Should young children be able to watch television?

Length: 1 Paragraph (you must quote the article to earn credit)

Hint: DO NOT START WITH I THINK / I BELIEVE / I FEEL OR I ANYTHING.....

Creative Blogging #7

Directions: Write a brief story about the topic below.

Topic: You wake up in a different town.

145th Street -- Angela's Eyes

Directions: Choose a line in the story that stands out to you, write the line and page number. Then, explain why you chose it.

Creative Blogging #6

Directions: Create a short story that is AT LEAST one paragraph that uses the following sentence only once.

Sentence to be used: All the information was on the computer.

145th Street--The Fighter

Directions: Choose your favorite line from the story. Explain what it means and why you chose it.

Creative Blogging 5

Directions: Create a short story (at least 1 paragraph) that contains the following sentence only once!

Sentence to use: I couldn't believe that there were so many horses.

HINT: ONLY USE THE SENTENCE ONCE!

145th Street--The Baddest Dog in Harlem

Directions: Answer the question below using simple and compound sentences.

Sentence Examples
Simple Sentence: I went to the store.
Compound Sentence: I went to the store and bought some milk.

Question: What is the main idea of the story? Explain your answer.

Creative Blogging 4

Directions: Create a short story using this sentence starter. (Your story should be at least 1 paragraph)

Story Starter:
Finally, it was over.

145th Street--Big Joe's Funeral

Directions: Answer the questions below in separate paragraphs.

1) Based on the story, what types of comments do you believe people would say about Big Joe at his funeral?

Choose 1:

2) Thinking about the short story, what types of comments do you want people to say about you at your funeral?

3) Choose your favorite line in the story and explain why you chose it.

Creative Blogging 3

Directions: Write a 2 paragraph "story" based on 1 of the following words.

a) Blue

b) Fifteen

c) Protest

Pre-Blogging: Community Discussion #2

Should people who are found guilty of a crime be able to vote? Explain your answer in 4 to 5 sentences.

Creative Blogging 2

Directions:

1. Answer ONE of the following questions.
2. Write at least one paragraph for your answer.

Option 1:
What is the greatest lesson you've learned so far in your life? Tell the story of how you learned it.

Option 2:
If you could have three wishes, what would they be?

Your Verdict on the Death Penalty

Using evidence from the text, state whether you are for or against the death penalty. Make sure to write in "Job" English with correct grammar and punctuation.

Your answer should be at least 1 paragraph.

Creative Blogging 1

Direction: Write a paragraph using the following sentence to begin. Explain your answer!

If I could have one super power, I would want...

Fences by August Wilson

Directions: Answer each question in a SEPARATE paragraph. Each answer should be at least 5 sentences.

1) Did you enjoy the play Fences, by August Wilson? Explain your answer.

2) What was the main idea of the play? Explain your answer.

3) Who was your favorite character in the play? Explain your answer.

If I created a piece of technology...

Directions:

1. Answer the question below
2. Begin your answer with the sentence, "If I created a piece of technology"
3. If your answer doesn't begin with the right sentence, your blog will be deleted

Question:

• What piece of technology would you create to help people who are blind? Why would you create that piece of technology? (Paragraph 1)
  
• Try to imagine living with blindness, how might it affect your life? Explain. (Paragraph 2)
  

High School

Directions: Answer EACH of the following questions in a different paragraph.

1) Have you thought about going to high school? Explain why or why not?

2) Thinking about it now, what type of high school would you like to attend? (Small, Large, Exam, Pilot, Private, etc...) Explain why.

3) What do you need to do this year to make sure that you are able to attend the high school of your choice?

Responding to the Twitter Article from Achieve

Directions: Answer the question in "Job" language.

Should Police departments and Fire departments use Twitter to help people? What are some advantages of using Twitter? What are some disadvantages? Explain your answer.

Using Twitter

Directions: Answer the following questions in two different paragraphs. DO NOT USE INTERNET SPEAK!

1. Will using Twitter help you to remember to do your homework? Explain your answer in at least 4 sentences.

2. What are other techniques that you could to make sure that your homework gets done? Explain your answer in at least 4 sentences.

Cohort Contracts

Directions: Answer the following questions in one paragraph.

1) Have you ever been able to create the rules for your class?
2) Do you believe students will follow the rules that they create?
3) Which rule do you believe will be the hardest to follow?

Reflection: Saying Goodbye to Slang

Directions: Answer the following questions in one paragraph.

• How do you feel about not being able to use slang in the classroom?
• Will it be helpful for you?
• Will it be challenging?
• Do you think there is a point to doing it? Explain why for all questions.

Rules for Blogging

Here are the rules for blogging in Mr. Ebert's class:

1. Post your comment either using your first name or Mr. / Ms. and your last name
   
2. Use "Job" language
3. Use appropriate grammar and punctuation