Period 6-Literacy-Ms. Mazzara Assignments
- Instructor
- Ms. Rosemary Mazzara
- Term
- 2019-2020 School Year
- Department
- 6th Grade
Upcoming Assignments
No upcoming assignments.
Past Assignments
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Briefly describe your progress regarding Gathering Blue.
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Provide evidence to support the assertion that Claire lives in Jonas' community.
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What kind of review are you creating?
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Ms. Mazzara's 3/18/20 Remote Learning Activities
Open the attached view only document and add copy and paste the new agenda and chart (Wednesday, 3/18/20) to your document. Then, follow instructions and update your charts as you complete activities.
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What is one example of an act of kindness?
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What does the term diversity mean?
You may answer in your own words (WITHOUT THE USE OF PERSONAL PRONOUNS), or you may use www.dictionary.com.
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Memories Matter
Follow the instructions to complete the attached activity to the best of your ability. THIS IS NOT HOMEWORK!
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Bullies Don't Rule
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Can you please unsubmit your Son Quiz and scroll to the last page?
You skipped the end of the quiz. Please finish the quiz and turn it in.
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Why is the worst part of Rachel's day right before the bell rings?
Provide a brief response. Do not include a quote at this time.
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Welcome to Utopia!
Complete the attached document when you are instructed to do so.
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"Duffy's Jacket" Activity
Complete the attached activity while referring to the story in the text, page 5.
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Meet Sandra Cisneros Activity
Follow the instructions on the attached document IN ORDER when you are instructed to do so.
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Class Activities 12/9/19
Complete the activities listed on the attached document.
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Please give me your first and second try scores from today's Achieve activity.
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"Rikki-tikki-tavi" Activity
Complete your copy of the attached document while referring to the short story. THIS IS NOT HOMEWORK!
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What name does Claire think she hears the Nurturer call #36?
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Messenger 11-16 Questions
After reading chapters 11-16, complete the attached activity. Include page numbers.
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Son, Book II Assignment and Materials
Use the attached presentation to complete the activities for Book II of the novel, Son. Other materials are posted here as well. These materials will be used as we read Book II. A due date will not be posted until our class is near the end of Book II. The link for the video clip in slide 13 is attached here as well.
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How did you prepare for today's test?
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As you finish your picture narrative, choose the response that best provides me with your status.
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The Giver 6-8 Activity
After reading through chapter 8, complete the attached activity. THIS IS NOT HOMEWORK!
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Lois Lowry Webquest
Complete the attached activity as we prepare for our novels.
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"Eleven" In-Class Response Packet
Follow the instructions on the attached document when you are instructed to do so.
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Son, Book 1- Chapters 3-5 Questions
If you finish the Messenger RASI, start working on the chapter questions in the attached document. Include page numbers. Stay within the appropriate pages. This is not homework.
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The Giver Remaining Chapter Activities
Use your book to complete the attached activities.
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What chapter are you up to in Gathering Blue?
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Would you like us to start Son during period 8?
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Can you update your copy of the Remote Learning Activities document (posted on 3/17-moved to the top of the Classroom stream) with each day's chart of assignments?
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Based on the sentence below, what does the word valor mean? (Use context clues NOT a dictionary or thesaurus resource!) The medals are awarded for acts of valor. How does Jonas show that he has valor? How did Dr. King show that he had valor?
Answer all of the questions in your response.
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Messenger Chapters 1 and 2 Activity
After reading chapters 1 and 2, complete the attached activity.
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Messenger Chapters 7 and 8 Activity
After reading chapters 7 and 8, complete the attached document.
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Nonfiction Test RASI
Use the Google doc. to compose your RASI if you chose to do so. Be sure to turn it in when you are done.
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Please cast your vote- Would you like Ms. Mazzara to create read aloud clips for each remaining chapter of the class novel?
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RASI Sample Highlighting Activity
Complete the attached activity when you are instructed to do so.
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2/12/20 Class Activities (Periods 6 and 8)
Follow the instructions on the attached document IN ORDER!
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Do you know how to update your copy of the remote learning activities document with each day's new agenda and chart? (It is important that you add each day's agenda and chart to your document! This is my way to track your progress. Have a great day, do good work, and BE WELL!)
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What is the topic of the homework worksheet that you completed last night?
Answer briefly.
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"Gift of the Magi" Activity
After reading the attached story, complete the attached activity.
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The Giver Chapters 9-10 Questions
Complete the attached document using your book.
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The Giver 11-12 Activity
After reading the corresponding chapters, complete the attached activity. Follow ALL instructions.
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Son, Book 1 Chapters 11-16 Questions
Refer to the novel to respond to the questions on the attached document. Include page numbers.
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The Giver Chapters 3-5 Questions
When you complete this activity, remember to include page numbers!
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Messenger 9 and 10 Questions
After reading chapters 9 and 10, answer the questions on the attached document. Include page numbers.
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What do Jonas and the Newchild have in common?
Answer briefly according to what we have read so far.
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If your parent has given consent for a Google Hangout, if I schedule small group sessions, would you like to participate? If your answer is yes, please briefly explain what you would like to discuss.
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Messenger Final Supplemental RASI
Compose the RASI on the attached document.
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UPDATED 10/29- Class Activities-10/28/19
During period 6, follow the instructions on the attached document. Be sure to work quietly and appropriately.
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"Eleven" Comprehension Activity
Complete the attached document when you are instructed to do so.
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Nonfiction Test RASI
You may write your RASI response on the hard-copy paper, or type it on the attached document.
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Do you have any questions regarding the Messenger final review?
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"Three Skeleton Key" Analysis Activity
After you have finished your Swooping Seagull and "Duffy's Jacket" Alternate Ending assignments, complete the attached "Three Skeleton Key" assignment. FOLLOW ALL INSTRUCTIONS! This is NOT homework!
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"Girls" by Gary Paulsen
Read pages 128-134 in the text. Then complete the attached activity.
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Messenger 9-16 Quiz RASI
Using the book, complete the RASI on the attached document.
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Did you finish your quiz review?
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"Three Skeleton Key" Notes Activity
Annotate the attached document when you are instructed to do so.
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2/13/20 Instructions
Continue working on yesterday's activities. If you finish early, choose an Achieve 3000 5-step make-up activity that relates to the category of African American history. After you read the article and answer the 8 questions, complete the thought question IN ACHIEVE.
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How do you show respect?
Do not answer this question until you are instructed to do so. As you answer, consider your interactions with family members, friends, teachers, coaches, etc. You MAY include personal pronouns and write your brief response in first person.
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Do memories matter?
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12/12/19 Class Activities
Follow the instructions on the attached document.
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Why is Gabriel staying at Jonas' family's dwelling at night?
Briefly, answer the question.
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The Giver Community Ceremony Activity
Complete the attached document using your copy of the novel as a reference.
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What would you rather do for the remainder of the period?
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The Giver Chapters 13 and 14 Comprehension Activity
Use the book to complete the attached activities.
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Achieve 3000 Score Sheet (2019/2020)
Complete the heading on the attached document and use it to record your Achieve 3000 Activity Scores
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Nonfiction Test Completion
Please complete the last three questions of the test as soon as you can. Simply send the correct responses for 8, 9, and 10 in a private comment in this assignment. Please see my comments in Genesis regarding the details. Due to the unusual situation, I will allow you to answer these questions. Please be mindful not to miss the back of a test sheet in the future.
Be well!
Ms. Mazzara
Be well!
Ms. Mazzara
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"The Tell-Tale Heart" Activity
If you have completed all other classwork to date, complete the prereading activity on the attached Google doc. Then, read the attached pdf. copy of the story. Once you have read the story, complete the rest of the activity.
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Did you finish and TURN IN your "Rikki-tikki-tavi" presentation?
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Literary Elements Notes
Use the attached document to take notes during the lesson on literary elements. DO NOT CHANGE THE FORMAT OF THE DOCUMENT!
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How is Jonas feeling about the upcoming Ceremony?
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"Three Skeleton Key" Multiple Choice Activity
Refer to the story in the textbook to complete the attached activity. This is not homework.
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Class Activities 12/6/19
Complete the activities listed on the attached document during periods 6 and 8.
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Messenger 5-6 Activity
After reading chapters 5 and 6, complete the attached document.
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Work Status Chart
Complete the chart on the attached document to record your status of work completion. You may record assignments by date order from past to present.
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BEFORE YOU RESPOND TO THE INFORMATION BELOW, READ TODAY'S AGENDA, OPEN YOUR COPY OF THE (3/17) REMOTE LEARNING ACTIVITIES DOCUMENT, AND ADD ANY MISSING CHARTS FROM THE PREVIOUS DAYS TO YOUR COPY! ADD TODAY'S CHART TO YOUR COPY AS WELL! QUESTION: HAVE YOU FOLLOWED ALL INSTRUCTIONS IN THE DAILY AGENDAS, AND HAVE YOU UPDATED THE DAILY CHARTS IN YOUR COPY OF THE DOCUMENT???
Read everything carefully, respond to the question, and explain your response. You must respond. This is counting a s a supp. grade. The point value is given.
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"Rikki-tikki-tavi" Presentation
Complete your copy of the attached presentation to identify the literary elements of "Rikki-tikki-tavi." Be sure to follow ALL instructions!
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The Giver Chapters 1 & 2 Vocabulary and Questions
Refer to your copy of the novel to complete the attached document.
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Is it important to display historical artifacts and items in museums? Briefly explain.
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Ms. Mazzara's Remote Learning Activities
Use this document each day to follow a daily agenda and track daily progress. Please email me or send a comment on Classroom with any questions or comments. Stay well!
Ms. Mazzara
Ms. Mazzara
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What is the correct way to punctuate the title of a short story?
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What is an anchor chart?
Provide a brief definition.
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What would you rather do?
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Graffiti is writing or drawings made on a wall or other surface, usually as a form of artistic expression, without permission and within public view. Describe the value of art in today's world. When might graffiti be considered valuable?
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Gathering Blue Dystopian Characteristics Activity
Follow the instructions on the attached document using evidence from your notes and the book.
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Nonfiction Test RASI
Using the text, compose a RASI response on the attached document.
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Student-Created Study Materials
If you create a study resource, you can paste a link for it or upload it here. Refrain from sharing it with other classmates until we have confirmed its accuracy.
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The Giver Final Test RASI Document
Use this document if you choose to type the RASI responses for the final test.
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Which would you prefer?
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List at least two antagonists of "Rikki-tikki-tavi."
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The Giver 1-5 Test RASI
Use the RASI method and evidence from novel to complete this section of the test. TURN IT IN WHEN YOU ARE DONE!
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Son Prereading Activity
Complete Part 1 ONLY until further notice.
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The Giver-Flashback, Foreshadowing, Conflict 1-5 Review
Complete the attached activity using evidence from the novel.
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Provide one reason that shows that Jonas from The Giver has courage.
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Son, Book 1 Chapters 6-10 Questions
After reading the above mentioned chapters, complete the attached activity. Include page numbers.
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Did you complete the "What is Art?" Achieve 3000 activity? If not, please complete it by Friday. Do not do the thought question.
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Independent Reading Project Extension Activities
When IDR time is assigned, read your book and work on the projects listed on the attached document. Follow all instructions and do not rush!
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Son, Book 1 Chapters 3-16 Assessment
This is an open notes/text supp. assessment.
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Son, Book 1 Chapters 4-8 Quiz
Complete the attached quiz by 3/19. DO NOT FORGET TO TURN IT IN!
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Son, Book 1 Chs. 4-8 Quiz Review
Upload your review or link to your review here if you used a technology-based option. If you made a physical review (flashcards, poster, notes, etc.) bring it in by Friday.
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Messenger Final Review
Complete the attached document to prepare for an upcoming supplemental assessment.
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Messenger Chapters 17-19 Questions
Use your book to answer the questions on the attached document. Include page numbers!
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Messenger Chapters 20-21 Questions
Complete the attached document using the novel. Include page numbers.
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Messenger 9-16 Student-Created Review due Monday, 2/24.
Use this assignment to upload any online student-created reviews. If you will be handing in a physical object/artifact, please note that information here.
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Messenger 1-8 Quiz Review Activity
Complete the attached document to review for tomorrow's quiz.
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Messenger Chapters 3-4 Homework Activity due Wednesday, 1/29/20.
After reading chapters 3 and 4, complete the attached document by Wednesday, 1/29/20.
TURN IT IN WHEN YOU ARE DONE. (If you use the pdf. to record page numbers, that is okay.)
TURN IT IN WHEN YOU ARE DONE. (If you use the pdf. to record page numbers, that is okay.)
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Gathering Blue Review
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Gathering Blue At-home Student Packet
As you read Gathering Blue at home, complete the attached long-term activity according to a manageable schedule.
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Parent/Guardian Interview Assignment
Choose one parent or guardian to interview, and complete the attached document by Monday, 12/16/19.
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Literary Elements Test RASI
Complete the RASI section of the test on the attached document.