February 2, 3, 6

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February 2
Opinion Writing

for more guidance: http://www.sparknotes.com/testprep/books/newsat/chapter6section4.rhtml 

PARAGRAPH    PURPOSE           WHAT IT SHOULD CONTAIN
1                       Introduction          Thesis statement; state examples
2                       Example 1             Topic sentence for example 1; explain example 1
3                       Example 2             Topic sentence for example 2; explain example 2
4                       Example 3             Topic sentence for example 3; explain example 3
5                       Conclusion            Thesis rephrased in a broader way; a look into the future

Following an outline:
gives you the confidence that you can finish in the time limit
ensures you cover the topic adequately
gives a sensible structure to your essay

Homework:
PSAT link for practice:  https://www.collegeboard.org/psat-nmsqt/preparation/practice-for-the-test 

February 3
Opinion Writing

Using the above information as a base, respond to the following prompt:  Do we have too much stuff?
For background information before you begin: http://www.stageoflife.com/StageHighSchool/TeensandMassConsumerism.aspx

Homework:
Read Theory    password: tbuqUtaA5

February 6

Opinion Writing
Practice topics:
Should girls have their own schools?
Would you give up certain luxuries to save the environment?
If you find a historical treasure, doe it belong to you?
Should cell phones be allowed in class?

January 26, 27, 30

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January 26
Reading assessment

January 27
Paragraph Writing
http://eolf.univ-fcomte.fr/?page_id=149

January 30
Opinion Writing

January 19, 20, 23

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January 19
6b Habits
p. 60 Vocabulary  - Describing Character: adjectives
Listening

Exploring grammar Gerunds and infinitives
p. 61 #5 Look at the examples, then complete the rules, #6 Complete the dialogue, #7 Complete the sentences abut you, 
Pronunciation - Moving Stress
#8 Listen and underline the main stress

Homework Read Theory, 
List 2 additional prefixes  for making opposites.

January 20
6c Emotions
Reading p. 62,
#1, Do the questionnaire
Speaking
#2, Pairwork - ask and answer question (10 minutes)

Homework - Worksheets

January 23
Writing
p. 63 #3 Linking words and giving opinions, #4 complete the table, 
#5 Choose the correct linking word or phrase,  

Study skills - Learning vocabulary: adjectives and nouns
#7 Copy and complete the table

Homework - p. 63 #6 Write your emotional profile. 

January 12, 13, 16

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January 12
Let's organize Read Theory:)

6a Express Yourself
p. 59 Exploring Grammar
Gerunds
#3, #4

Infinitive of purpose
#5
#6

January 13
6b Habits
p. 60 Vocabulary  - Describing Character: adjectives
Listening


January 16
writing - essay writing
structure: http://www.thestudygurus.com/outstanding-essay-writing/

SAT College Board - http://sat.collegeboard.org/home

January 5

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New year, new addition to our group! WELCOME!!!

January 5 (double)
period 1
What is your language goal for Term 2? How can you get to Phase 5 by the end of the term?
Compose a detailed action plan that we can follow.

period 2
New Unit: Behaviour 
p. 57 Have a look!
Vocabulary, Speaking

6a Express yourself
p. 58 Reading, #1, #2

January 6
Past simple

January 9
state verbs