Romero Social Studies 2020-2021-Block 1 Group C (Live: Monday and Thursday @ 9:00AM) Assignments
- Instructors
- Term
- 2020-2021 School Year
- Department
- 8th Grade
- Description
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Upcoming Assignments
No upcoming assignments.
Past Assignments
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Click the link to complete the 3-2-1 Notes and Summary Document.
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Click the link to complete the New Nation chart after you review the vocabulary and read the passages that are posted in the Smore Link.
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You choose:
1. Create a Flipgrid of the Bill of Rights Hand Signals
2. Read the scenarios in the Bill of Rights link below and decide which amendment is being violated for each.
( The Pear Deck link is below for you to review the Bill of Rights or watch the hand signal videos. )
1. Create a Flipgrid of the Bill of Rights Hand Signals
2. Read the scenarios in the Bill of Rights link below and decide which amendment is being violated for each.
( The Pear Deck link is below for you to review the Bill of Rights or watch the hand signal videos. )
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Study the vocabulary.
Then create a "test" which will count as a quiz grade.
Must have 20 multiple choice and/or matching questions.
You do not have to submit the quiz here. I can see your score in Quizlet. Just click done on this assignment once you have finished the quiz.
Then create a "test" which will count as a quiz grade.
Must have 20 multiple choice and/or matching questions.
You do not have to submit the quiz here. I can see your score in Quizlet. Just click done on this assignment once you have finished the quiz.
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Watch the video and complete the charts. The video link is on the document above the charts.
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Submit each of the Choice Board Activity sheets that you completed. Remember to get full credit you need to thoroughly complete a total of 50 points from the choice board before you submit anything. You also need to complete the reflection on each of the activities that you complete. Each activity will be graded. Then all points will be averaged to get a final score. The choice board and notes files can be found in the assignments titled 10/28/20 and 11/2/20 weekly agenda.
Examples of Possible score:
50/50 points = 100
45/50 points = 90
40/50 points = 80
35/50 points = 70
30/50 points= 60
25/50 points = 50
20/50 points = 40
15/50 points = 30
10/50 points = 20
5/50 points = 10
Your score will be based on the completion, accuracy, and quality of your work. This assignment began 10/28/20 and ends on 11/13/20. I will deduct 5 points for each day it is late.
Examples of Possible score:
50/50 points = 100
45/50 points = 90
40/50 points = 80
35/50 points = 70
30/50 points= 60
25/50 points = 50
20/50 points = 40
15/50 points = 30
10/50 points = 20
5/50 points = 10
Your score will be based on the completion, accuracy, and quality of your work. This assignment began 10/28/20 and ends on 11/13/20. I will deduct 5 points for each day it is late.
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Check the Weekly Agenda daily. Your assignments are listed in the agenda.
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Create and complete a "test" for a quiz grade at Quizlet. Make sure to stick with multiple choice, matching, and true/false. I will see your score in Quizlet. Just click submit/turn in on this assignment when you are done with the "test." Take it as many times as you would like for the best score possible. You can complete any of the learn/flashcard activities to prepare before you take the test.
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Watch the video below.
DO NOT SUBMIT YOUR ORIGINAL NOTES!
Make a copy of your notes.
Submit the copy of your notes so that you can continue working on your original copy.
DO NOT SUBMIT YOUR ORIGINAL NOTES!
Make a copy of your notes.
Submit the copy of your notes so that you can continue working on your original copy.
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If your answer is no: Take a look at the agenda posted below and complete each assignment.
You should have completed:
1. Assessment
2. Watched 2 videos and completed 2 sections of notes
3. Looked at the Choice Board activities and emailed me any questions that you have.
You should have completed:
1. Assessment
2. Watched 2 videos and completed 2 sections of notes
3. Looked at the Choice Board activities and emailed me any questions that you have.
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Use this study guide to prepare for the 10/27 Assessment.
There are helpful links in the Smores Test Review Newsletter posted below.
There are also helpful videos, links, and assignments in Google Classroom.
I did not include this in the study guide but.... Be prepared to analyze a primary source using our observe, reflect, question chart.
Remember we will have a live review session on Monday 10/26/20. You will get extra credit points on your assessment for participating in the review session.
You do not have to complete this study guide. However, this is another way to earn some extra credit points for your assessment. It is due Tuesday--- no late work will be accepted for extra credit assignments.
_________ DO not copy and paste your answers._____________ You can enter your answers directly on the document or feel free to write the questions and answers on paper. Then upload a photo. When you write.... you remember.
There are helpful links in the Smores Test Review Newsletter posted below.
There are also helpful videos, links, and assignments in Google Classroom.
I did not include this in the study guide but.... Be prepared to analyze a primary source using our observe, reflect, question chart.
Remember we will have a live review session on Monday 10/26/20. You will get extra credit points on your assessment for participating in the review session.
You do not have to complete this study guide. However, this is another way to earn some extra credit points for your assessment. It is due Tuesday--- no late work will be accepted for extra credit assignments.
_________ DO not copy and paste your answers._____________ You can enter your answers directly on the document or feel free to write the questions and answers on paper. Then upload a photo. When you write.... you remember.
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This is the Kahoot that we used in class today. You may use this as an additional test review tool.
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1.Click the "TAJ Chap04" link to read pages 121-125 about the French and Indian War.
2. Click the "Chapter 4 French and Indian War" link and answer the questions.
2. Click the "Chapter 4 French and Indian War" link and answer the questions.
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1. Watch the video "French and Indian War (Fresh Prince)"
2. Watch the video "French and Indian War for Kids"
2. Complete IXL sections K1, K2, and K3
2. Watch the video "French and Indian War for Kids"
2. Complete IXL sections K1, K2, and K3
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1.Click the link to review the key terms at Quizlet.
2. Create and take a 20 question multiple choice and/or matching Quizlet test.
3. Save it to Google Drive and submit your best score.
---- This will count as a quiz grade!-----I will only accept multiple choice and/or matching.
2. Create and take a 20 question multiple choice and/or matching Quizlet test.
3. Save it to Google Drive and submit your best score.
---- This will count as a quiz grade!-----I will only accept multiple choice and/or matching.
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1. Open the TAJchap03 link and read through pages 86-93. We will discuss this section next week.
2. Read the passage and answer the questions. You can open the document in Kami or in Google Docs.
2. Read the passage and answer the questions. You can open the document in Kami or in Google Docs.
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1. (Updated: Watch the Mayflower Compact Mp4 video for instructions. )
2.View the New England Colonies Google Slides in PearDeck and complete the questions in Peardeck- click the Sign in Google Accounts link below
3. OPTIONAL - Complete the guided notes as you view the slides
4. Complete the Primary Source Analysis of the Mayflower Compact.
2.View the New England Colonies Google Slides in PearDeck and complete the questions in Peardeck- click the Sign in Google Accounts link below
3. OPTIONAL - Complete the guided notes as you view the slides
4. Complete the Primary Source Analysis of the Mayflower Compact.
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1.Watch the Jamestown and Roanoke Island 5 Minute History video
2.Read and complete the Reading Essentials and Study Guide
3. Create a Venn Diagram to compare and contrast The Lost Colony of Roanoke and Jamestown
4. Optional Reading Assignment: Read TAJchap03 pages 70-73 Early English Settlements (remember to look for the page numbers at the bottom of each page)
** The link to today's agenda is posted below; click the 8th Grade Social Studies| Smore Link-
There is a video which explains the activities.
2.Read and complete the Reading Essentials and Study Guide
3. Create a Venn Diagram to compare and contrast The Lost Colony of Roanoke and Jamestown
4. Optional Reading Assignment: Read TAJchap03 pages 70-73 Early English Settlements (remember to look for the page numbers at the bottom of each page)
** The link to today's agenda is posted below; click the 8th Grade Social Studies| Smore Link-
There is a video which explains the activities.
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Click the link to complete the Columbian Exchange Presentation at Pear Deck
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Complete at least 1 of the activities below:
1.Read the Newsela article and answer the questions
2. login to Wizer.me using class code dPWOh0 and complete one of the assigned Columbian Exchange worksheets
3. Complete the Columbian Exchange Google Slides Activity
๐๐๐๐๐ Remember always login to activities with your school email or your real nameโ๏ธ Do not use nicknames. โ๏ธโ๏ธโ๏ธโ๏ธ
1.Read the Newsela article and answer the questions
2. login to Wizer.me using class code dPWOh0 and complete one of the assigned Columbian Exchange worksheets
3. Complete the Columbian Exchange Google Slides Activity
๐๐๐๐๐ Remember always login to activities with your school email or your real nameโ๏ธ Do not use nicknames. โ๏ธโ๏ธโ๏ธโ๏ธ
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Read the instructions below and then answer this question. What date and time must all assignments be submitted for this grading period?
Tomorrow we will resume activities in this class. Please use today to finish up any missing assignments or assignments with a zero. All missing assignments and assignments with zeros should be made up and submitted no later than 10/9/20 by 1:00PM. I will not accept any work for this grading period after that date.
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Check through your classwork for missing assignments or zeros. Use today to work on those assignments to improve your grade.
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Check through your classwork for missing assignments or zeros. Use today to work on those assignments to improve your grade.
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I noticed over the weekend many of you are trying to catch up on missing assignments. Use today and tomorrow as an opportunity to work on missing assignments in all of your core classes. That means if you have done everything in Social Studies go to another class and work on assignments there. Check yes to let me know that you have read this message. Please attend virtual office hours this afternoon if you have any questions.
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1. Click the link and listen to "Columbus and the New World"
2. Click the link to watch "Early European Exploration of the Americas" or click the link to do an independent review of "Independent Review of Early_European_Exploration_of_the_Americas."
3. As you watch the video or do an independent review complete the guided notes "European Explopration Notes" linked below.
4. Click the link "Student Copy Age of Exploration Digital Interactive Notebook" and complete slides 1-8. Enter the answers directly on the slides.
2. Click the link to watch "Early European Exploration of the Americas" or click the link to do an independent review of "Independent Review of Early_European_Exploration_of_the_Americas."
3. As you watch the video or do an independent review complete the guided notes "European Explopration Notes" linked below.
4. Click the link "Student Copy Age of Exploration Digital Interactive Notebook" and complete slides 1-8. Enter the answers directly on the slides.
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1.Click the link to view the slides.
2. Complete the study guide notes as you go through the slides.
2. Complete the study guide notes as you go through the slides.
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1. Click the Loom link to watch the video. In the video I explain your assignment.
2. Click the link "The First Americans"
Review the information and answer the questions directly on the slides.
2. Click the link "The First Americans"
Review the information and answer the questions directly on the slides.
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Update: The quiz is now available in the Quizzizz class and is titled SS Quiz 2. After you join our class in Quizzizz you may take the quiz today when if are ready.
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1. Click the "Classwork for Romero"link below to hear instructions.
Please note: You will examine the objects in the file below that is titled "Primary Source Analysis Object B."
Please note: You will examine the objects in the file below that is titled "Primary Source Analysis Object B."
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1. Look at the pictures below.
2. Analyze Object: complete the analysis Observe, Reflect, and Question chart below
2. Analyze Object: complete the analysis Observe, Reflect, and Question chart below
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1.Click the link below to join our class at Quizzizz using your real name.
2.After you join our class use today to review for your quiz and complete missing assignments.
3. Use the link below to join my virtual meeting between 2:00-4:00 today to discuss quiz topics, missing assignments, grades, etc.,
2.After you join our class use today to review for your quiz and complete missing assignments.
3. Use the link below to join my virtual meeting between 2:00-4:00 today to discuss quiz topics, missing assignments, grades, etc.,
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1. Click the Kami and Google Classroom for Students if you've never used Kami. It includes written instructions and a video.
2.Click the Kami Export link and complete the analysis chart. Use the Google Slides presentation in the classwork section of Google Classroom to guide you.
2.Click the Kami Export link and complete the analysis chart. Use the Google Slides presentation in the classwork section of Google Classroom to guide you.
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Click the link below to complete activities 1-4 of the webquest. Watch the video link for more information.
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Click the 3 Regions of NC link. View the 3 Regions of NC Google Slides presentation slides 17-28 with an instructional video link on slide 17. Add the new information to your NC map and NC regions graphic organizer. Submit your version of the final map and graphic organizer here. Make sure you have the information from 9/2/20 Geography, 9/3/20 Geography Part 2, and 9/8/20 Geography Part 3 on your map and graphic organizer. This is the final step of all three assignments. This is where I will post your grade.
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If you did not complete an introduction video or introduction form assignment on the first day of school please do one or the other by this by Friday, 9/11/20. It was posted in our Slide Deck, but I will add the links below for you to easily access. This is an easy 100 and a way for me to get to know some of you. My intro video is also posted for you to view.
If you are new to Flipgrid please click on the How to Use Flipgrid link and watch the video.
If you are new to Flipgrid please click on the How to Use Flipgrid link and watch the video.
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1. Click Primary and Secondary Sources Google Slides below and review the information.
2. Complete the Primary Sources Bubble Map
2. Complete the Primary Sources Bubble Map
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Click the Flipgrid link below and share your thoughts about the 9/11 webinar .
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1. Click the Anniversary in the Schools Webinar link
2. Then click the "View Webinar" button and you should be prompted to share your school name and grade.
3.On September 11, from 9 a.m.โ3 p.m. 9/11 Memorial Education staff will be available via live chat to answer your questions in real-time. Access the live chat feature by clicking the blue icon on the bottom right corner of the screen after your click the webinar link and watch the short film. PLEASE BE RESPECTFUL IN ALL CHAT!
๐ตThere will an assignment on Monday that follows the webinar.
๐ขThis is your opportunity to learn about 9/11 through personal stories from a 9/11 family member, Red Cross volunteer, retired FBI agent, 9/11 survivor, and former Assistant U.S. Attorney for the Southern District of New York and his daughter who was born in New York City on 9/11. You can also ask questions through a live chat with Museum staff.
Join students and teachers from around the world to commemorate the 19th anniversary of 9/11. View a film highlighting first-person accounts of the attacks and their aftermath and connect with Museum staff in real-time through an interactive live chat. The 35-minute program will be available on demand throughout the day.
2. Then click the "View Webinar" button and you should be prompted to share your school name and grade.
3.On September 11, from 9 a.m.โ3 p.m. 9/11 Memorial Education staff will be available via live chat to answer your questions in real-time. Access the live chat feature by clicking the blue icon on the bottom right corner of the screen after your click the webinar link and watch the short film. PLEASE BE RESPECTFUL IN ALL CHAT!
๐ตThere will an assignment on Monday that follows the webinar.
๐ขThis is your opportunity to learn about 9/11 through personal stories from a 9/11 family member, Red Cross volunteer, retired FBI agent, 9/11 survivor, and former Assistant U.S. Attorney for the Southern District of New York and his daughter who was born in New York City on 9/11. You can also ask questions through a live chat with Museum staff.
Join students and teachers from around the world to commemorate the 19th anniversary of 9/11. View a film highlighting first-person accounts of the attacks and their aftermath and connect with Museum staff in real-time through an interactive live chat. The 35-minute program will be available on demand throughout the day.
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Click the link to omplete the attendance form. Then click done/turn in on this assignment.
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Click the link below and complete the form. Be sure you come back to the assignment and click done or turn in.
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1. Watch the video for instructions.
2. Click the Quizlet link below.
3.Review
4. Create a test containing 20 terms ---MULTIPLE CHOICE ONLY
5. Some terms are repeated on purpose.
6. You will download the test as a pdf or to Google Drive and submit the link here.
UPDATE: Make sure you have joined my SS Quizlet group. You should have done this during the last Quizlet assignment. If not the link is below titled Social Studies 2020.
Update 2: Please use your real name to join my Quizlet class. I can't give you participation credit if I don't know who you are.
2. Click the Quizlet link below.
3.Review
4. Create a test containing 20 terms ---MULTIPLE CHOICE ONLY
5. Some terms are repeated on purpose.
6. You will download the test as a pdf or to Google Drive and submit the link here.
UPDATE: Make sure you have joined my SS Quizlet group. You should have done this during the last Quizlet assignment. If not the link is below titled Social Studies 2020.
Update 2: Please use your real name to join my Quizlet class. I can't give you participation credit if I don't know who you are.
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Click the link below to complete the Exit Ticket. Make sure you come back and click done or turn in so that I know you did the assignment.
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Click the link to omplete the attendance form. Then click done/turn in on this assignment.
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Click the link and complete the quiz. After you finish the quiz come back to this assignment and click turn in. That will let me know you completed the quiz.
***Please note: The quiz will open in locked mode. ***
When in locked mode:
You canโt use other apps.
Some extensions and keyboard shortcuts are disabled.
If you exit the quiz, or open any other tab, I will be notified via email.
***Please note: The quiz will open in locked mode. ***
When in locked mode:
You canโt use other apps.
Some extensions and keyboard shortcuts are disabled.
If you exit the quiz, or open any other tab, I will be notified via email.
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Click the link and complete the Google Form. Be sure to click turned in on this assignment once you complete the form. Remember that lets me know you are done so that I can check for your assignment.
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Click on the link below to view the Google Slides presentation. As you go through the presentation think about the questions and notice how my presentation is arranged. You do not have to answer the questions throughout the presentation. Those questions are for you to "Think about." However, you do have to complete the assignment attached to the end of the presentation.
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Complete the Google Form. You can click turn in after you read this, but make sure you complete the form to avoid receiving a zero for your grade.
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Click the Social Studies 2020 Quizlet link. Study the flashcards at Quizlet. Then create a "test" and click options. Your "test" should be 20 questions. You need to deselect written and True/False. The only two boxes with a yellow check should be multiple choice and/or matching. After you choose the above option click "create new test."
At the end of the "test" click "check answers." Next look for "print test" on the left side. On the print screen make sure the destination is "save as pdf" and click save. Come back to this assignment and submit the pdf or Google Drive link.
** I added a video link below to explain the assignment.
At the end of the "test" click "check answers." Next look for "print test" on the left side. On the print screen make sure the destination is "save as pdf" and click save. Come back to this assignment and submit the pdf or Google Drive link.
** I added a video link below to explain the assignment.
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Do you know that I have virtual office hours everyday? My schedule is 2:00-3:00 every Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday. My schedule is 2:00-4:00 every Wednesday. The link is always posted in slide deck. Please respond to this question for your daily attendance.
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Do you know you have a presentation due tomorrow and a quiz on Wednesday? If no, send me a message to discuss upcoming assignments.
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Click the Google Forms link below and answer the questions. Click turn in after you are done.
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Do you know that I have virtual office hours everyday? My schedule is 2:00-3:00 every Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday. My schedule is 2:00-4:00 every Wednesday. The link is always posted in slide deck. Please respond to this question for your daily attendance.
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Click the Kahoot link. Complete the Kahoot challenge. This is a self paced challenge without a question timer. However, you need to complete it by 8/27/20 at 5:00pm. **** Make sure you use your real name so that I can give you credit for completing the Kahoot.****
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Click on the Finding Absolute Locations link and watch the video. Then click on the Google Doc and enter your responses. *For help: Click on the MR SS LP link below to see a video about completing the assignment.
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Enter your answer in the space provided. If the space is not sufficient create a Google Doc and submit it.
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List 1 of the 5 Themes of Geography. Do not list the exact same one as the last person who commented.
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Review the 8/26/20 Geography Google Slides and complete the digital notes. You do not need to respond in complete sentences when creating notes; bullet points are okay. However, make sure you check your spelling.
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1. Review the Google Slides
2. Answer the questions
Make sure you click the "turn in" button to submit your assignment.
2. Answer the questions
Make sure you click the "turn in" button to submit your assignment.