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Good morning,

Final project day can be stressful, but it is always fun!

Your homework for tonight:

Option one:
1.  Write a claim about school.

2. Back up the claim with evidence.

Option two:

In a well-developed paragraph, answer the following question.  Do you believe that Katniss should have decided to be the Mockingjay? Why or why not?

PARENTS/ GUARDIANS: If you have any questions or comments please feel free to comment on the bottom of this page. I will reply as soon as possible. I look forward to your comments.  

See you tomorrow,

Ms. Betsy

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Good morning,

The first day back from a three day weekend can be difficult.  However, we are all young adults and can handle coming to school and working as well.


Your homework for tonight:

Option one:

1. What is a context clue?

2. Based on context clues, define relish.

There's a moment of silent relish, or great pleasure, then applause followed by demands to see it again.  An anti-Capitol statement. There's never been anything like it on television.

Option two:
In a well-developed paragraph, answer the following question.  How can you use context clues to help you when reading?

PARENTS/ GUARDIANS: If you have any questions or comments please feel free to comment on the bottom of this page. I will reply as soon as possible. I look forward to your comments.  

See you tomorrow,

Ms. Betsy

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Good morning,

A claim is a statement that you believe to be true.  School should start at 8:30 or later!

Your homework for tonight:

Option one:

1. What is an argument?

2.  What are the rules for a good argument?

Option two:
In a well-developed paragraph, answer the following question.  Discuss the rules for a good argument.

PARENTS/ GUARDIANS: If you have any questions or comments please feel free to comment on the bottom of this page. I will reply as soon as possible. I look forward to your comments.  

See you on TUESDAY,

Ms. Betsy

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Good morning,

It is a rainy day, and I am lucky to spend it with you!

Your homework for tonight:

Option one:

1.  What coordinate point is the origin?

2.Graph (2,3) on a piece of graph paper.

Option two: Graph the line given the following equation:

1.  Y = x +2

x	y
0
2
3
4

Remember, 1: Fill out the table

2. Plot the points

3. Connect the points and draw a line

PARENTS/ GUARDIANS: If you have any questions or comments please feel free to comment on the bottom of this page. I will reply as soon as possible. I look forward to your comments.  

See you tomorrow,

Ms. Betsy

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Good morning,

Exercise is good for your brain and for you body.  It helps us focus and releases endorphins.

Your homework for tonight:

Option one:

1.  What is a predicate?

2.  What is a subject?

Option two:

In a well-developed paragraph, answer the following question.  Who do you feel inspired by?  Why?

PARENTS/ GUARDIANS: If you have any questions or comments please feel free to comment on the bottom of this page. I will reply as soon as possible. I look forward to your comments.  

See you tomorrow,

Ms. Betsy

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Good morning,

Technical difficulties and all, we persevered!

Your homework for tonight:

Option one:

1.  Where did Katniss visit?

2. How did the people feel about Katniss?

Option two:
In a well-developed paragraph, answer the following question.  Why did the people feel inspired by Katniss?

PARENTS/ GUARDIANS: If you have any questions or comments please feel free to comment on the bottom of this page. I will reply as soon as possible. I look forward to your comments.  

See you tomorrow,

Ms. Betsy

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Good morning,

I had such a fun time with you guys this morning!

Your homework for tonight:

Option one:

1. What does effective mean?

2. Why should you avoid using "I think" in your claim?

Option two:
In a well-developed paragraph, answer the following question.  What makes an effective claim?

PARENTS/ GUARDIANS: If you have any questions or comments please feel free to comment on the bottom of this page. I will reply as soon as possible. I look forward to your comments.  

See you tomorrow,

Ms. Betsy

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Good morning,

Function tables are so much fun!


Your homework for tonight:

Option one:

1.  What is the independent variable?

2. What is the dependent variable?

Option two:

Based on the equation given, fill out the following tables with the correct output values.

PARENTS/ GUARDIANS: If you have any questions or comments please feel free to comment on the bottom of this page. I will reply as soon as possible. I look forward to your comments.  

See you on Monday,

Ms. Betsy

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Good morning,

Drink water, get enough sleep and eat veggies!

Your homework for tonight:

Option one:

1.  What are Katniss' demands to Coin?

2. Who does Katniss want to kill?

Option two:

In a well-developed paragraph, answer the following question.  Why do you need evidence to back up a claim?

PARENTS/ GUARDIANS: If you have any questions or comments please feel free to comment on the bottom of this page. I will reply as soon as possible. I look forward to your comments.  

See you tomorrow,

Ms. Betsy

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Good morning,

Remember, you need to be respectful of each other and your teachers, even if you are tired or upset.

Your homework for tonight:

Option one:

1.  What is an instinct?

2.  Write a rebuttal to the following claim.  Students should have to wear a uniform to school.

Option two:
In a well-developed paragraph, answer the following question.  According to Wallace, what drives our instinct to help others in a dangerous situation?  

PARENTS/ GUARDIANS: If you have any questions or comments please feel free to comment on the bottom of this page. I will reply as soon as possible. I look forward to your comments.  

See you tomorrow,

Ms. Betsy

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Good morning,

Happy Day after Mother's Day!  Hopefully you showered your mother or guardians with love and appreciation yesterday.

Your homework for tonight:

Option one:

1. What is a rebuttal?

2.  When confronted with danger, what do animals do?

Option two:
In a well-developed paragraph, answer the following question.  According to Wallace, what drives our instinct to help others in a dangerous situation?

PARENTS/ GUARDIANS: If you have any questions or comments please feel free to comment on the bottom of this page. I will reply as soon as possible. I look forward to your comments.  

See you tomorrow,

Ms. Betsy

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Good morning,

Happy Mother's Day weekend!  I hope you show your caretakers some serious love this weekend.


Your homework for this weekend:

Option one:

1. Who are the rebels fighting against?

2. How do people feel about Peeta in District 13?

Option two:
In a well-developed paragraph, answer the following question.  How does Katniss feel about her mother? How do you know?

PARENTS/ GUARDIANS: If you have any questions or comments please feel free to comment on the bottom of this page. I will reply as soon as possible. I look forward to your comments.  

See you on Monday,

Ms. Betsy

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Good morning,

I believe that high school students should start school at 10:00 AM.

(What do you think? Can you back it up with reasons and evidence?)

Your homework for tonight:

Option one:

1.  What is an argument?

2. What did Peeta ask for?

Option two:
In a well-developed paragraph, answer the following question.  Why do you think school should start at 10:00AM?  What is one reason and one piece of evidence?

PARENTS/ GUARDIANS: If you have any questions or comments please feel free to comment on the bottom of this page. I will reply as soon as possible. I look forward to your comments.  

See you tomorrow,

Ms. Betsy

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Good morning,

Thank you for working hard today.

Your homework for today:

Option one:

1.  What is the x-axis?

2. How many quadrants are on the coordinate plane?

Option two:

1. What quadrant does (-2, 5) fall in?

2. What quadrant does (4, 6) fall in?

3. What quadrant does (3, -5) fall in?

PARENTS/ GUARDIANS: If you have any questions or comments please feel free to comment on the bottom of this page. I will reply as soon as possible. I look forward to your comments.  

See you tomorrow,

Ms. Betsy

HW

Good morning,

That was a wonderful class. Thank you for sharing your day with me.

Your homework for tonight:

Option one:

1. What is characterization?

2. The woman in the airplane saved herself at the expense of others.  How did this make her feel?

Option two:
In a well-developed paragraph, answer the following question.  What is more interesting to read: direct or indirect characterization? Why?

PARENTS/ GUARDIANS: If you have any questions or comments please feel free to comment on the bottom of this page. I will reply as soon as possible. I look forward to your comments.  

See you tomorrow,

Ms. Betsy

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Good morning,

Welcome to a wonderful Monday.

Your homework for tonight:

Option one:

1.  What is a dystopia?

2.  Who was being interviewed by Caesar Flickerman?

Option two:
In a well-developed paragraph, answer the following question.  Describe a dystopia that you would HATE to live in.  (Use your imagination)

PARENTS/ GUARDIANS: If you have any questions or comments please feel free to comment on the bottom of this page. I will reply as soon as possible. I look forward to your comments.  

See you tomorrow,

Ms. Betsy

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Good morning,

You guys rocked it this morning!

Your homework for tonight:

Option one:

1.  What is a linear equation?

2. Plot (2,3) on a coordinate plane.

Option two:

Fill out the table for the following equation:

y = x + 3

PARENTS/ GUARDIANS: If you have any questions or comments please feel free to comment on the bottom of this page. I will reply as soon as possible. I look forward to your comments.  

See you Monday,

Ms. Betsy

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Good morning,

Thank you for being great, hardworking and amazing students.

Your homework for today:

Option one:

1.  What did President Snow leave for Katniss?

2.  What did Snow's 'gift' symbolize to Katniss?

Option two:

In a well-developed paragraph, answer the following question.  Katniss said that Snow's gift meant something diabolical. Why did she think it was a negative gift?

PARENTS/ GUARDIANS: If you have any questions or comments please feel free to comment on the bottom of this page. I will reply as soon as possible. I look forward to your comments.  

See you tomorrow,

Ms. Betsy

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Good morning,

Each day with class W04 is a day well spent!

Your homework for tonight:

Option one:

1. What is symbolism?

2. What does the Mockingjay symbolize?

Option two:
In a well-developed paragraph, answer the following question.  Why is symbolism important?  Why do authors use symbolism?

PARENTS/ GUARDIANS: If you have any questions or comments please feel free to comment on the bottom of this page. I will reply as soon as possible. I look forward to your comments.  

See you tomorrow,

Ms. Betsy

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Good morning,

I hope the meditation was a welcome breath of fresh air this morning.

Your homework for tonight:

Option one:

1.  Describe what Katniss sees when she goes back to District 12.

2.  How does Katniss feel about being in District 13?

Option two:
In a well-developed paragraph, answer the following question.  How does Katniss feel about District 13?  Use evidence from the text to support your answer.

PARENTS/ GUARDIANS: If you have any questions or comments please feel free to comment on the bottom of this page. I will reply as soon as possible. I look forward to your comments.  

See you tomorrow,

Ms. Betsy

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Good morning,

Welcome back to another wonderful Monday!

Your homework for tonight:

Option one:

1.  What is survival?

2. Where is Katniss' home?

Option two:

In a well-developed paragraph, answer the following question.  Do you think survival is selfish?  Explain your answer.

PARENTS/ GUARDIANS: If you have any questions or comments please feel free to comment on the bottom of this page. I will reply as soon as possible. I look forward to your comments.  

See you tomorrow,

Ms. Betsy