PACKET 4

ERWC

OCTOBER 2-14, 2014

DUE/QUIZZES OCTOBER 18, 2014

OCTOBER 2, 2014

PACKET 4
DAY 1

OBJECTIVES:
OBJECTIVE(S)

HOMEWORK

IWBAT identify main

ideas within a text

Due next Class

Learning Log

120 pages +IVF

Ongoing

GRAMMAR

TASK: RUN-ON SENTENCES NOTES DATE: OCT.

2, 2014
A run-on sentence occurs when two sentences (two main clauses) are
punctuated as though they form a single sentence. There are two types of
run-on sentences:
Two sentences that are joined with no punctuation
Two sentences that are joined with only a comma
The following sentences are examples of run-on sentences.
In our society celebrities are often seen as authorities this is an example
of the power of image.
(Two sentences are joined together without any punctuation
between them.)
We value logic and rationality, arguments based on logos are often
persuasive.
(Two sentences are joined together with only a comma between
them.)

GRAMMAR
TASK: RUN-ON SENTENCES NOTES DATE: OCT. 2,
2014
Correcting Run-On Sentences
1. Make a separate sentence out of each main clause:

We value logic and rationality. Arguments based on logos are often

persuasive.
2. Combine the clauses with a comma and a coordinating conjunction.
This method is useful when you have two ideas of equal importance,
and you want to show the relationship between them:

We value logic and rationality, so arguments based on logos are

often persuasive.
Coordinating conjunctions are and, for, yet, but, so, or, and nor.

GRAMMAR
TASK: RUN-ON SENTENCES NOTES DATE:
OCT. 2, 2014
Correcting Run-On Sentences
3. Make one clause a subordinate clause. This is an effective way to
solve the problem if one of the clauses is less important than the other.

Because we value logic and rationality, arguments based on logos

are often persuasive.
Common subordinating words are because, since, when, whenever, even
though, although, though, if, unless, while, before, where, as . . . as, who,
which, that, whose, and whom.
4. Combine the clauses with a semicolon (;). This method is effective
when the two clauses are very closely related and you dont want to
break them up with another word. Be careful to use semicolons only
when the ideas are closely related; dont use them simply as an
alternative to periods.

We value logic and rationality; arguments based on logos are often

persuasive.

GRAMMAR
TASK: RUN-ON SENTENCES NOTES DATE:
OCT. 2, 2014
Correcting Run-On Sentences
5. Combine the clauses with a semicolon and a transition word
followed by a comma. This method is also useful when you have two
equally important ideas, and you want to show their logical relationship.

We value logic and rationality; consequently, arguments based on

logos are often persuasive.
Common transition words are therefore, thus, however, nevertheless,
furthermore, consequently, and then.

VOCABULARY
IMPUTE VERB

Definition: attribute or
credit to
Teacher Sentence:
Although a domestically
abundant energy source,
coal power is imputed as
being a major contributor
to smog, acid rain, and
global warming.
Synonyms: blame; assign
Antonyms: defend, praise

FORTITUDE

NOUN

Definition: strength of
mind that enables one to
endure adversity with
courage
Teacher Sentence: The
new earthquake destroyed
more buildings and once
again tested the fortitude
of the citizens.

Synonyms: bravery;
determination
Antonyms: cowardice;
laziness

JOURNAL

Do you believe all

animals should have
rights?
Explain. Provide
examples.

OCTOBER 6, 2014

PACKET 4
DAY 2

OBJECTIVES:
OBJECTIVE(S)

HOMEWORK

A. IWBAT analyze the

features of a text (i.e.
subtitles) through class
discussion (RI 11-12.5a)

Due next Class

B. IWBAT clarify the

meaning of unknown
words. (RL 11-12.4)
C. IWBAT critique the
authors stylistic choices
(RI 11-12.3) through
discussion.
Learning Log

Read and Complete

PAPA Square for A
Change of Heart about
Animals
Ongoing
120 pages + IVF

GRAMMAR

TASK: RHET. OP ED ACT. 2 DATE: OCT. 6, 2014

Correcting Run-On Sentences
This activity is based on Jeremy Rifkin, A Change of Heart About Animals.
Correct the following run-on sentences. Use a different option to correct each.
1.

Researchers are finding that many of our fellow creatures are more like us
than we ever imagined, these findings are changing how we view animals.
1.

2.

Researchers are finding that many of our fellow creatures are more
like us than we ever imagined. These findings are changing how we
view animals.
Fast food companies are being pressured by animal-rights activists, they
are financing research into animal emotions and behavior.

3.

Pigs crave affection and are easily depressed the lack of mental or
physical stimuli can result in deterioration of health.

4.

In Germany farmers give pigs human contact each day, they also provide
them with toys to prevent them from fighting.

5.

New Caledonian crows make hooks from wire to snag food Koko, a gorilla
in Northern California, understands several thousand English words.

6.

We thought tool-making and sophisticated language skills are exclusively

human attributes, self-awareness is another.

VOCABULARY
PERPETUAL ADJECTIVE

BELLIGERENCE NOUN

Definition: Enduring
forever

Definition: aggressive
behavior

Example Sentence: If you

are a perpetual
procrastinator, your study
habits will never improve.

Example Sentence: We
must understand the root of
our belligerence so we can
learn to live peacefully.

Synonyms: constant;
continuous

Synonyms: combativeness;
hostility

Antonyms: changing;
temporary

Antonyms: None

JOURNAL
Describe an advertisement you have seen often and feel is
VERY persuasive.

What is being advertised?

What is the ethos used?
What is the logos used?
What is the pathos used?

Overall, what makes this advertisement persuasive? Is the

persuasion faulty or reasonable? Explain

OCTOBER 8, 2014

PACKET 4
DAY 3

OBJECTIVES:
OBJECTIVE(S)

HOMEWORK

F. IWBAT read critically,

citing strong textual
evidence to support my
predictions and analysis
(RI 11-12.1)

Due next Class

Ongoing
Reading: 120 pages of
reading due each Packet
4; record on reading log.

GRAMMAR

TASK: CORRECTING SUBJECT-VERB

AGREEMENT ERRORS DATE: OCTOBER 8, 2014
Correcting Subject-Verb Agreement Errors
If two or more subjects are joined by the conjunctions and, or, or nor, the conjunction
determines if you use a singular or a plural verb.

When the subject of a sentence is composed of two or more nouns or pronouns connected
by and, use a plural verb.

Incorrect: Anger and pity is powerful emotions.

Correct: Anger and pity are powerful emotions.

When the subject of a sentence is composed of two or more singular nouns or pronouns
connected by or or nor, use a singular verb.

Incorrect: Either anger or pity are an emotion that can cause us to take action.

Correct: Either anger or pity is an emotion that can cause us to take action.

When the subject of a sentence is composed of a singular and a plural noun connected by
or or nor, the noun closest to the verb determines whether it is singular or plural.

Incorrect: In the commercial, neither the doctor nor the advertisers is being completely honest.

Correct: In the commercial, neither the doctor nor the advertisers are being completely honest.

GRAMMAR

TASK: CORRECTING SUBJECT-VERB

AGREEMENT ERRORS DATE: OCTOBER 8, 2014
If the subject and verb are separated by a phrase or clause, make sure the
verb still agrees with the true subject of the sentencenot with a noun or
pronoun in the phrase or clause.
Examples

GRAMMAR

TASK: CORRECTING SUBJECT-VERB

AGREEMENT ERRORS DATE: OCTOBER 8, 2014
Some words that might sound plural are actually singular and take a singular verb. These
words are each, each one, either, neither, everyone, everybody, anybody, anyone,
nobody, somebody, someone, and no one.
Examples Each of these animals is

Either of the philosophers is

Everyone is

(Everyone seems plural, but the verb agrees with one, which is singular.)
In sentences beginning with there is or there are, be aware there is not the true
subject. Therefore, the verb has to agree with the noun that follows the verb.
Examples

There are many arguments

There is an argument

Many words in English that were originally Greek end with an s but are singular. Some
examples are ethos, pathos, logos, ethics, and mathematics. Other singular words
that end in s include news and measles.
Examples
The ethos of a writer helps determine whether we believe his or her argument.
The ethics of doctors forbids them to do harm.
The good news is that toys prevent pigs from fighting.

VOCABULARY
OMNISCIENT ADJECTIVE

CONCOMITANT ADJECTIVE

Definition: having complete

or unlimited knowledge,
awareness, or understanding;
perceiving all things

Definition: something that

naturally accompanies or
follows something

Example Sentence: People

think the Long Island Medium
is completely omniscient
because she tells people all
about their lives without
knowing them.

Example Sentence: Some

of us look at pain and illness
as concomitants of life that
simply cannot be avoided.

Synonyms: all-seeing;
almighty
Antonyms: stupid; unknowing

Synonyms: complementary;
joint
Antonyms: accidental;
unrelated

JOURNAL

OCTOBER 10, 2014

PACKET 4
DAY 4

OBJECTIVES:
OBJECTIVE(S)

HOMEWORK

D.

Due next Class

Learning Log

Packet 4 Quizzes &

Packet 4
120 pages read + IVF

Ongoing

GRAMMAR

TASK: RHET. OP ED. ACT. 3 DATE: OCT. 10, 2014

Correcting Subject-Verb Agreement Errors
This activity is based on John Edlund, Three Ways to Persuade.
Identify the subject and verb. Then correct the subject-verb agreement
problems. Double-underline the verb and underline the subject in these
sentences. Note: All verbs should be in the present tense. When you are
finished, compare your answers with a partner. If you are not sure about a
sentence, ask your teacher for help.
1.

For Aristotle, a speakers character contribute to whether the audience will

believe the speakers argument.

2.

1. Character contributes
There is several other reasons why an audience might believe an
argument.

3.

Advertising, both for products and in politics, depend on the ethos of the
person in the advertisement.

4.

One of the advertisements use a slender movie star to sell a new diet drug.

5.

Each of the advertisements that rely on celebrities are really deceptive.

VOCABULARY
ABRIDGE VERB

OSTENTATIOUS ADJECTIVE

Definition: to cut down;

shorten.

Definition: intended to
attract notice and impress
others

Example Sentence: The

publisher thought the
dictionary was too long and
abridged it, leaving only
the most commonly used
words.

Example Sentence: The

ostentatious display of lights
was meant to attract attention
and draw in customers.

Synonyms: abbreviate;
condense

Synonyms: flashy;
extravagant

Antonyms: Expand;
increase

Antonyms: modest; tasteful

JOURNAL
Have you ever gone fishing? Did you catch a fish?
What did the fish do? How did it behave? Did you eat
it?
What other experiences have you had with live fish? Do
you have an aquarium at home? Have you been to a
public aquarium? What did you learn from these
experiences?

From your experiences, do you think that fish feel

pain? Why or why not?

OCTOBER 14, 2014

PACKET
DAY # 5