Mrs. Mars 8th Grade ELA 2020-2021-Block 1/HR (8:50 AM - 9:45 AM) Tuesday - Friday Assignments

Use the picture as your writing prompt. Write (5) sentences that's at least (1) one paragraph for each slide.

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1. Read the passages and answer questions.
2. Use highlighter tool to highlight your answers.
3. Take your time and do your best!
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1) Create your own poem.
2) Choose a topic/subject of your own choice.
3) Submit here.
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Watch the movie answer and the questions located in the link below. It's a good idea to complete it simultaneously. 
Or .. . .
If it's your preference watch the movie first then answer the questions in the question packet and refer back to the movie as necessary.

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Submit your Book Report Here. This is a Test/Project Grade please do your best!
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First complete the EDpuzzle on "How to write a Limerick" then complete this assignment. Thank-You.

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If you could change your name, what would it be? Why?
Or . . .
If you wouldn't change your name share why you wouldn't in a detailed paragraph. (At least 5 sentences).
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February 15
On this day in 1820, Susan B. Anthony was born. Anthony was known for her work with the women’s civil rights movement in the mid-1800s. Why do think it was so important for the women of that time to have the same rights as men?

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1. Write about the topic below.
2. Create a document be sure to include your name, date, block # and title.
3. Must be at least one paragraph (5 sentences or more).
4. Font size 12
5. Font Style Times New Roman.
6. 1.5 line spacing.
6. Use punctuation marks.
7. Capitalize pronouns.
8. Proof Read, Edit (if necessary), then Submit.
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On February 12, 1809, Abraham Lincoln was born. Lincoln was the 16th President of the United States. Lincoln was against slavery and believed that all people should be free. Using resources in the classroom, learn five (5) facts about slavery and summarize them in your own words.

1. Choose (1) one topic to write about from the choices below.
2. Create a document be sure to include your name, date, block # and title.
3. Must be at least one paragraph (5 sentences or more).
4. Font size 12
5. Font Style Times New Roman.
6. 1.5 line spacing.
6. Use punctuation marks.
7. Capitalize pronouns.
8. Proof Read, Edit (if necessary), then Submit.
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Today is “National Inventors’ Day” in honor of Thomas Edison who was born on this day in 1847. What do you believe to have been the best invention ever created and why?

Today is “White T-Shirt Day.” If you were given a plain, white shirt to decorate, how would you decorate it and why? Be sure to include a sketch of your design.

February 11th is “National Make a Friend Day.” What skills/qualities do you believe it takes to make and friend? Describe.

February 10th is “Umbrella Day.” You have been asked by the governor to design an umbrella that will represent your state. What type of a design would you create and why? Be sure to include a sketch.

Or . . .

February is “National Canned Food Month.” Canned food is valuable because . . .

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1. Choose (1) one topic to write about from the choices below.
2. Create a document be sure to include your name, date, block # and title.
3. Must be at least one paragraph (5 sentences or more).
4. Font size 12
5. Font Style Times New Roman.
6. 1.5 line spacing.
6. Use punctuation marks.
7. Capitalize pronouns.
8. Proof Read, Edit (if necessary), then Submit.
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On this day in 1894, Hershey’s Chocolate Company was founded. If the President of Hershey’s asked you to create a new Hershey candy product, what would that product be? Don’t forget to include the ingredients, the candy’s name, and the type of packaging your new product.
Or . . .
February 9th is “National Pizza Day.” How would you design your favorite pizza, list the ingredients, what would you name it, how would you advertise it and how much would you charge for it?

Choose one (1) article to read about from the link below.
Write (5) facts you learned from reading the article.
Be sure to include your name, and date, block #, and the title.
Complete a spell check and proof read to eliminate grammatical errors.
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1. Choose (1) one topic to write about from the choices below.
2. Create a document be sure to include your name, date, block # and title.
3. Must be at least one paragraph (5 sentences or more).
4. Font size 12
5. Font Style Times New Roman.
6. 1.5 line spacing.
6. Use punctuation marks.
7. Capitalize pronouns.
8. Proof Read, Edit (if necessary), then Submit.
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February 5th is “Disaster Day.” Over the past several years, think about the natural disasters that have taken place in your area, in your state, in your country, and around the world. What do you think has been the greatest natural disaster and why?

OR . . .

Today is National Bird Day. Keep track of all the birds you see today. Use the Internet or a bird identification book to identify them.

1. Choose (1) one topic to write about from the choices below.
2. Create a document be sure to include your name, date, block # and title.
3. Must be at least one paragraph (5 sentences or more).
4. Font size 12
5. Font Style Times New Roman.
6. 1.5 line spacing.
6. Use punctuation marks.
7. Capitalize pronouns.

On this day in 1913, Rosa Parks was born. In 1955, Rosa Parks was arrested and fined for not giving up her seat on the bus to a white passenger. Many people admired her for her confidence and bravery. If you had been Rosa Parks in this situation, would have done the same thing? Why or why not?

On February 4, 1902, Charles Lindbergh was born. In 1927, Lindbergh became the first person to fly solo across the Atlantic Ocean. He made this trip in his planed which was called “The Spirit of St. Louis.” What do you think this great voyage must have been like?

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Complete Pages 12-16
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Complete pages 5-10 in the packet. Be sure to highlight your answers in the packet as well.

Complete pages 1-4 then Stop. The Reading passage for questions on pages 2-4.
Be sure to Highlight your answer choice.

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Watch the video then list (10) things you learned. Submit through Google Classroom.

Happy Dr. Martin Luther King Day!!!!
EXTRA CREDIT Assignment!!!!
On Jan. 15, 1929, Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. was born. We honor his birth the following Monday. He delivered his famous “I Have a Dream” speech in 1963. Beginning with those same words, write your own speech about your hopes for our world and its people.
Or . . . . .
Record a video of yourself delivering your own “I Have a Dream” Speech.

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Choose (5) Five Vocabulary Terms of your choice then write a sentence for each one.

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IT'S YOUR CHOICE . . . . HOORAY!!! Choose (1) one topic to write about. Remember have fun writing & Submit through this link. Don't forget to spell check and look out for grammatical errors. Also, be sure to write at least (1) one paragraph (5 sentences minimum) responses. Thanks!😁

1) January 12th is Work Harder Day. Think of a way that you can work harder today. This can either be at school or at home. Write about your plan.

Or. . . . . . . . . .

2) On January 12, 1773, the first public, American museum opened. The museum in Charleston, South Carolina offered visitors the opportunity to learn about the natural history and culture of the region. Why do you think museums are important to our society and societies around the world?

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January 7 - ON THIS DAY . . .
In 1789, the first U.S. Presidential election was held. If you were running for President at that time, what issue(s) would you have based your campaign on?

Today is Old Rock Day. List all the possible uses for a rock.
* IT'S YOUR CHOICE . . . . CHOOSE ONE (1) OF THE TWO (2) TOPICS ABOVE AND WRITE AT LEAST A (1-3) PARAGRAPH(S) RESPONSE.

THIS WILL REQUIRE YOU TO DO SOME RESEARCH. YOUR RESPONSE TO THE FIRST CHOICE SHOULD REFLECT THE SOCIETY AND ISSUES THEY FACED DURING THAT ERA.

IF YOU CHOSE THE SECOND OPTION THEN YOU NEED TO RESEARCH DIFFERENT USES FOR ROCKS. YOU SHOULD TURN IN SCHOLARLY WORK!

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Complete 30-45 minutes of iReady ELA content.

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Create Your Own Dystopian Short Story and Submit through this Assignment Link.
Due 11/25/2020.
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Hope all is well with you and your loved ones. Today's lesson is asynchronous. Please log on to iReady and complete at least (30-45) minutes of ELA content, by 3:00 pm this afternoon. Mark as Done when Complete. Thank-You!

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Due 10/30/2020

1) Presentation should include at least five (5) slides of content. No More than seven (7).
2) Prepare to present for five (5) minutes. Practice sharing your screen and time yourself to ensure you don't go over your time allotment.
3) Be Creative (Don't be afraid to use photos of your contributor) and Use the Topic Headings Below:

i) Title Slide
ii) Bio Slide (Include: Early Life, Education, Occupation, Family Life, Date of Birth, Date of Death if deceased).
iii) Accomplishments & Contributions to Society
iv) Video Clip Slide (No longer than a 2 minute clip) / or Picture Slide of your contributor performing his/her duty.
v) Controversy Involving Your Contributor Slide
vi) Reference page

4) Due Oct. 30, 2020

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Hope all is well with you and your loved ones. Today's lesson is asynchronous. Please log on to iReady and complete (20) minutes of ELA content, by 3:00 pm this afternoon. Mark as Done when Complete.

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1) Read the article attached below.
2) Using the document below, list ten (10) new things you learned about Hispanic History.
3) Make a copy of the document to edit with your answers.
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1) Read Chapter Eleven (11) of "The Outsiders".
2) Answer the Questions Below.
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1) Read "The Outsiders" Novel
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1) Read Chapter (12) Twelve of "The Outsiders".
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1) Read Chapter 9
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1) Read Chapter 8.
2) Answer the Questions.
3) Turn in Through this Assignment.
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1) Read "The Outsiders"
2) Write a Summary for the Chapter you have read.
3) This weeks reading includes Chapters 5-9. (One Chapter Per Night)

1) Read Chapter 6
2) Answer the Questions
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1) Read Chapter 5
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1) Read Chapter 7
2) Answer the Questions
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Please complete this assignment by the specified due date. (9/11/20)

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1) Read/listen to the novel "The Outsiders"
2) Write a summary of what you've read.
3) Complete IXL and record scores.
4) Turn-In completed assignment on Friday 9/11/20.
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1) Read/listen to the novel "The Outsiders"
2) Write a Summary of what you've read.
3) Complete IXL and record scores.
4) Turn-In completed assignment on Friday 9/4/20.
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1) Read/listen to the novel "The Outsiders"
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1) Read/Listen to the Novel "The Outsiders" Chapter One (1)
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1) Read any book of your choice. (20 min.)
2) Write an essay summarizing what you've read.
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1) Read any book of your choice. (20 min.)
2) Write an essay summarizing what you've read.
3) Please use template below.
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1) Complete the CIPA Online Safety Training Course found below.
2) Then, complete the form and submit to attest to your training completion.

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2. Create an Acrostic Poem using your name. (Be Creative)
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There's an old adage (a proverb or short statement expressing a general truth), that says "Never judge a book by it's cover". If people were to look at you ( The Cover), (A) What do think would they'd see? Share. (B)Think about your life as a whole. If you were a book, what would your title be? Explain why. (C) Does what people might see ( Your Cover) match the story of who you are as a total person? Yes/No? Why/Why Not?
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There's an old adage (a proverb or short statement expressing a general truth), that says "Never judge a book by it's cover". If people were to look at you ( The Cover), (A) What do think would they'd see? Share. (B)Think about your life as a whole. If you were a book, what would your title be? Explain why. (C) Does what people might see ( Your Cover) match the story of who you are as a total person? Yes/No? Why/Why Not?
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