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English Language Arts 9 Quarter 4 Module
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INSTRUCTIONS
To earn .25 credits for 9 grade Quarter 4 - English Language Arts, you
need to complete:
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Unit 1: English Language Workshop
Unit 2: Comprehending Literary Text
Unit 3: Writing Workshop
You must also:
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Pass the final assessment
*NOTE: You must earn 80% or more on each unit and pass the
end-of-unit assessment at 80% or higher.
Instructions: General Instructions for All Units
1. Unless otherwise specified, pages listed are from these resources.
RESOURCES: Holt Elements of Language, Third Course, 2007; Holt Elements of
Literature - The Holt Reader, Third Course, 2007; Holt Elements of Literature – The Holt
Adapted Reader Third Course, 2007
2. Check off each assignment as you finish it. Keep the assignments – you must turn them in to
receive credit.
3. You will need internet access for some of the work.
a. If you are working from the module/packet as a PDF, web sites are linked directly to the web
page. Move the cursor over the web address and click. If the link does not work, type in or copy
and paste the web site into the address bar of your browser.
b. If you are working from paper, you will need to type the web site into the address
bar of your browser.
c. If you are sure you have typed in or linked correctly and the web site is unavailable, see your
instructor for solutions or suggestions.
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Pre-assessment
Take the 9th grade quarter 4 pre-assessment test.
If you score 80% or higher –
You do not have to complete the packet.
Your credit recovery teacher will verify your score and help arrange for credit.
If you score 79% or lower –
Complete the packet.
Turn in all work.
Pass the final assessment at 60% or higher.
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KEY VOCABULARY
As you study this unit, you will be using the following key vocabulary words:
Source: A person, book, or document that provides information on a topic. Elaboration: The
addition of ideas to support the ideas already presented in
a work. Synthesis: The
merging of information gathered from
more than one source.
Argument: A series of statements designed to convince the reader to accept a claim, or
opinion.
Claim: An opinion on a topic or issue, which is often stated as a generalization, or broad
statement that covers many situations.
Evidence: Support for an idea. Evidence includes facts, statistics, examples, anecdotes
(brief stories about real people), and quotations.
Credibility: The believability of an argument or statement.
Make sure you know their definitions and how to use them correctly. Go to
http://www.gale.cengage.com/free_resources/glossary/index.htm#a, or another site for defining
literary terms to look up and record the definitions. Even if there are no specific exercises
practicing these terms, you will be responsible for knowing them.
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UNIT 1: English Language Workshop
Lesson 1 – Confused Words
Assignment 1 - Confused Words 1:1
Go to http://quizlet.com/784454/9th-grade-core-commonly-confused-words-flash-cards to study the words electronically. If
your computer time is limited, make flash cards from the words and roots with their origins and definitions. That way you can
study them when not at the computer.
Assignment 2 - Confused Words 1:2
Go to http://quizlet.com/784454/9th-grade-core-commonly-confused-words-flash-cards
Click on arrows to study and “Learn” to check your understanding of the key terms. Continue to
practice until you get above 70% on the terms. Print a copy of the page that shows your results.
Then click “Go back to set page.”
Assignment 3 - Confused Words 1:3
Go to http://quizlet.com/784454/9th-grade-core-commonly-confused-words-flash-cards
Play “Scatter” by dragging the word onto its definition (or vice versa) to make the term and
definition disappear. Play this game at least 3 times. Print out your best score—can you beat 30
seconds? Then click “Go back to set page.”
Assignment 4 - Confused Words 1:4
Go to http://quizlet.com/784454/9th-grade-core-commonly-confused-words-flash-cards
Play “Space Race” by typing in the term that corresponds with the definition as it scrolls across the
page. If the definition scrolls off the page before you type the term, the game ends. The better you
do, the faster the words appear. Can you get to level 10? Play the game until you feel you have
mastered the terms. Print out a copy of your highest level. Good luck! Then click “Go back to set
page.”
Assignment 5 - Confused Words 1:5
Go to http://quizlet.com/784454/9th-grade-core-commonly-confused-words-flash-cards
Complete the Listmaker activity on the next page to demonstrate your understanding of the
differences between the commonly confused words. Make sure you provide 10 examples in each
box.
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Name_____________________________________________________
Date__________
How many ways can we use the “commonly confused words?”
List Maker = Make lists of 10 things in each of the categories below. Use more paper if needed.
1. What awards or gifts would 2. You like to eat most things 3. Who would you go to for
you like to accept?
except:
advice?
4. List 10 things you do each 5. Complete this phrase 10
6. What have people advised
day using then (First I———————, times: I am better than——————— you to do?
then I ——
—— at ——————
7. What principles do you live 8. Where might a principal
by?
work?
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9. What foods would you like a
piece of?
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10. What words would
describe peace?
11. What kinds of questions
could begin with who’s?
13. What kinds of things could
you use to complete this
sentence stem: Those are the
———————————— that
run.
14. What kinds of thing could 15. What kinds of counsel do
you use to complete this
counselors give?
sentence stem: Those are the
—————————— which
run.
16. What kinds of weather
could we have?
17. Complete this sentence
18. What groups may have a
frame 10 times: I don’t know council?
whether to
——————————————
or —————————————
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12. What kinds of questions
could begin with whose?
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Assignment 6 – Confused Words 1:6
Go to http://quizlet.com/784454/9th-grade-core-commonly-confused-words-flash-cards
Take the Vocabulary Test. Keep taking the test until you get at 70% or higher. Print your results.
UNIT 1: English Language Workshop
Lesson 2 – Words and Prefixes
Assignment 7 - Words and Prefixes 2:1
Study the root words and prefixes that are required for 9th grade at http://quizlet.com/780930/9thgrade-core-roots-and-prefixes-flash-cards/ . If your computer time is limited, make flash cards from the words and
roots with their origins and definitions. That way you can study them when not at the computer.
Assignment 8 - Words and Prefixes 2:2
Go to http://quizlet.com/780930/9th-grade-core-roots-and-prefixes-flash-cards/.
Click on arrows to study and “Learn“ to check your understanding of the key terms.
Continue to practice until you get above 70% on the terms. Print a copy of
the page that shows your results. Then click “Go back to set page.”
Assignment 9 - Words and Prefixes 2:3
Go to http://quizlet.com/780930/9th-grade-core-roots-and-prefixes-flash-cards/.
Play “Scatter” by dragging the word onto its definition (or vice versa) to make the term and
definition disappear. Play this game at least 3 times. Print out your best score—can you beat 30
seconds? Then click “Go back to set page.”
Assignment 10 – Words and Prefixed 2:4
Go to http://quizlet.com/780930/9th-grade-core-roots-and-prefixes-flash-cards/.
Play “Space Race” by typing in the word that corresponds with the definition as it scrolls across the
page. If the definition scrolls off the page before you type the term, the game ends. The better you
do, the faster the words appear. Can you get to level 10? Play the game until you feel you have
mastered the words. Print out a copy of your highest level. Good luck! Then click “Go back to set
page.”
Assignment 11 – Words and Prefixes 2:5
Go to http://quizlet.com/780930/9th-grade-core-roots-and-prefixes-flash-cards/.
Take the Vocabulary Test (from the assignment 6 website.) Keep taking the test until you score 70%
or higher. Print your results.
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UNIT 2: Comprehending Literary Text
Lesson 1 – Reading Informational Articles – Review of Skills
Assignment 1 - Generating Research Questions - KWL
“The Great American Art Heist” on pages 344-349 in The Holt Reader is an article about the
biggest art theft ever. It provides you with the opportunity to generate research questions.
Read the introductory material on page 344 and complete the KWL chart.
Name______________________________________
The Great American Art Heist
by Robert Byrd
Date_____
Fill out the first two columns of the KWL chart before you read the article. In the first column,
list what you already know about museums and their security systems. In the second column, list
some of the questions about this theft you would like answered. Then after you read the article,
fill out the last column. Some of the items in the first two columns have been filled in for you.
Museums and the Art World
What I already KNOW
What I WANT to Find
Out
How did the thieves get
into the museum?
Museums have security
systems.
What did they steal?
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Assignment 2 – Guided Reading
Read “The Great American Art Heist” on pages 345-349 in the Holt Reader. Answer the
questions from the margins as you read. Use your own paper. Mark the questions and
answers clearly for correction. Keep track of your assignment to be handed in with the
packet.
Assignment 3 – Open Ended Questions
Re-read “The Great American Art Heist’ on pages 345-349 of The Holt Reader. Practice writing
open-ended research questions by writing at least two questions for each question type using the
5W chart below:.
Name__________________________________________________ Date__________
The Great American Art Heist
5W-How? Good research starts with good questions. Imagine you are investigating the art heist at the
Gardner Museum. Think about the information you learned from the article. Then, using the investigation
guide below, frame questions to shape your investigation.
Good questions should be open-ended; they should not be able to be answered by yes or no or one word
answers. A good way to frame questions is to ask 5W- How? questions. These questions ask: Who? What?
When? Where? Why? and How? Remember: You can ask more than one of each type of question. Some
sample questions are filled in.
Investigation Guide
Who?
Who were the guards on duty?
What?
What was stolen?
When?
Where?
Why?
How?
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Assignment 4 – Compare, Contrast, Synthesize – Graphic Organizer
Read “A Hill Reveals Its Secrets,” “D.H. Lawrence at Tarquinia,” and “Protecting the Past” on
pages 353-359) in the The Holt Reader. Use the graphic organizer to keep track of what you learn
from each article. Use the reading questions in the margins of the articles to help you identify
important information in the text.
Name_____________________________________________________
Date__________
A Hill Reveals Its Secrets by R. Anthony Kugler
D. H. Lawrence at Tarquinia by R. Anthony Kugler
Protecting the Past by R. Anthony Kugler
A. Magazine articles are meant to teach as well as entertain. They deliver factual information about a
topic, such as dates, quotations, and statistics. Articles also aim to engage the reader in the subject
matter through photographs, illustrations, text features, and catchy graphics.
•
The three informational articles you’re about to read are all on the same topic:
the remarkable tombs of Tarquinia. As you read, look for:
•
the main idea of each piece
•
details that support the main idea
design features like eye-catching type treatments, heads, and features
•
art and visuals like photographs, charts, and illustrations
A Hill Reveals Its
Secrets
Main ideas
D. H. Lawrence at
Tarquinia
Main ideas
Protecting the Past
Details/Supporting
Evidence
Details/Supporting
Evidence
Details/Supporting
Evidence
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B. When you synthesize, you pull together information on a topic from a variety of sources.
Synthesizing, or connecting, the information helps you deepen your understanding of the subject. Here
are guidelines for synthesizing sources:
1. Find the main ideas and supporting evidence, such as facts, statistics, examples, anecdotes
(brief stories about real
people), or quotations.
2. Compare and contrast the information in your sources. If any information is conflicting, do
additional research to clear up the matter.
3. Connect to other sources. Connect ideas to related topics and to other articles you’ve read.
To make connections to other sources, gather together main ideas and supporting details in a
chart like the one below.
4. Then use what you’ve learned to come to a conclusion about the topic.
Synthesis, or Connecting Ideas and Conclusions
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Assignment 5 – Argument Evaluation
Read “What Caffeine Does to You” that presents an argument, or position, against caffeine. As you
read this article on pages 375-377 of The Holt Reader consider the writer’s argument. What point is
he trying to make? Distinguish between emotional and logical appeals as you evaluate the writer’s
evidence. Then identify generalizations and decide whether or not they are justified.
Name__________________________________________________________
Date_________
What Caffeine Does to You by Kerry George
Argument-Evaluation Chart
The writer of “What Caffeine Does to You” makes the claim that it’s important to give up or limit
caffeine. Evaluating an argument involves looking at the details that support the claim. To organize
your ideas, complete this chart using examples from the text.
Claim
Logical Appeals
Emotional Appeals
Generalizations
Loaded Words
My Evaluation
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Assignment 6 – Test Practice
Take the test practice on “What Caffeine Does to You.”
Test Practice: What Caffeine Does to You
Complete the sample test item below. Then, read the explanation at right.
Sample Test Item
Explanation of the Correct Anser
Which detail does not support the claim that The correct answer is D.
caffeine is bad for you?
A, B, and C are factual details that strengthen
A. It affects the body’s nervous system.
the claim. D is also a factual statement, but it
doesn’t support the claim.
B. If you don’t get your daily dose, you may
feel ill or tired.
C. The body develops a tolerance for it, so
you keep needing more.
D. It is found in many foods.
DIRECTIONS: Circle the letter of each correct response.
1. Which type of text feature does this article contain?
A. captions B. footnotes C. subheads D. illustrations
2.
F.
G.
H.
JI.
An example of an emotional appeal from the article is --“But caffeine is found in other foods, too.”
“It’s easy to cut the caffeine from your daily diet.”
“As you cut back, you may find yourself feeling tired.”
“Make sure you avoid caffeine before bedtime.”
3.
A.
B.
C.
D.
The purpose of this article is to persuade you to —
get enough sleep
choose soft drinks over coffee
consider cutting down on caffeine
get your family to read labels.
4. An example of a logical appeal is--F. “It’s easy to cut the caffeine from your daily diet.”
G. “Are you a caffeine junkie?”
H. “Caffeine is a natural substance that is found in . . . 60 kinds of plants.”
J. “And if caffeine users don’t get their regular daily dose, watch out!”
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Assignment 7 – Citing Sources
The final skill for review is how to cite Internet sources correctly when creating a Works Cited List.
Citations and Works Cited Lists can easily be created through Microsoft Word or from
http://citationmachine.net
Use the information on pages 396-397 of the Holt Reader to help you answer the questions about the
bibliographic information on page 398 - 399. Use your own paper adjusting the questions
appropriately (ex: Instead of circling the URL, write it down.
Keep in mind that you will need to keep all of the information from page 397 on each source you
use in a research essay, argument/persuasion, or any paper that involves research. As long as
you have the details, the rest is easy.
UNIT 3: Writing Workshop
Lesson 1 – The I-Search Paper
Writing an I-Search Paper will provide you with the opportunity to practice all the skills
you have learned in English this year, but in a less formal, more personal way. The topic for an ISearch comes from a personal need to know something--that is what the “I” in I- Search
represents.
Assignment 1 – What Is an I-Search Paper?
Read pages 207-208 in Elements of Language. Answer:
How is an I-Search paper different from other research papers?
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Assignment 2 – Journal Starter
Complete the Journal Starter.. If none of the topics appeal to you, use the journaling time to
brainstorm other possible topics. Remember, the topic you select must have personal meaning to
you. You may write on/explore more that one topic during. Use your own paper for your journal
write. Keep track of this paper to turn in with the packet for credit.
Assignment 3 – Choose a Topic
MY TOPIC:_________________________________________________________________________
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Assignment 4 – Prewriting
Read pages 208-211 in Elements of Language (Form a Research Question; Share Your Research
Question; Identify Your Purpose, Audience, and Tone; Start a Search Journal).
Use “Prewriting: Plan Your I-Search Paper, Part I” to plan the steps you will take in your research.
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Assignment 5 – More Research
A. Learn about how to find the best sources by reading pages 211-217
in Elements of Language and studying the following page closely.
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Assignment 6 – Additional Tools
If you are using Internet sources, you can download a free tool from http://www.cogitum.com/cotracker-text/more.shtml that grabs text and automatically records the source for you. It also allows
you to write additional notes before you save the text. This tool simplifies your research and will
simplify writing your works cited page. Explore the tool and see if you may wish to use it to help you
in your research.
Assignment 7 – Research Your Question
Using at least four sources, research information about your topic. Remember to keep the
information from your sources so that you can properly cite them in your final paper.
Keep all the information you gather to turn in with the packet at the end of this paper. Use the
following form. Don’t limit yourself to this sheet. Expand on your own paper as needed
keeping the organization of the form that will help you later.
Search Where I Went
Session
#
Useful
Information I
Found
Noteworthy experience
notes
New Questions (?)
Did a general Google search with Chinese bloggers Searched in the computer I still don’t understand how
my generic issue…found one great are regularly
lab…surrounded by
they catch these bloggers, as
Example site called Amnesty International jailed
distractions…
blogging can be relatively
anonymous
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Assignment 8 – Writing a Thesis
Read pages 218-221 in Elements of Language to learn more about turning your research question
into a thesis statement and planning your paper. Use “Prewriting: Planning Your I-Search Paper,
Part 2.”
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Assignment 9 – Looking at Models
Once you complete your research, you are ready to begin drafting your paper. Refer to pages 222230 in Elements of Language for models of I-Search papers and a description of how to put it
together.
1. How are these I-Search papers different from the research papers you have done in the
past?
2. What important elements do you want to remember while writing your own paper?
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Assignment 10 – Organize Draft
Visit http://www.mpark.net/education/components/scrapbook/default.php?sectiondetailid=11636&
For a quick outline that might help you get started. Then fill in the graphic organizer to
create your rough draft.
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Assignment 11 – Draft
NOTE. If you have MYAccess! available to you, ask your teacher if this prompt has been
added to your system. If so, you may use the program to draft and edit your paper while still
using the next several instructions.
Use your notes to write a complete draft of your paper. Evaluate your draft using the questions on
the “Revising” worksheet. 231-232 in Elements of Language will also help you with your revision.
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Assignment 12 – Word Choice
Strong word choice is important in any writing. For this paper, we will focus on sentence
beginnings. Read page 233 in Elements of Language to learn about how to eliminate “There
is/There are” sentence beginnings. Complete the practice exercises in your packet.
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Assignment 13 – Revising for Word Choice
Reread your I-Search paper, looking for “there is/there are” statements. Revise your paper,
eliminating all such statements by putting the subject in the place of there and using a lively verb.
Assignment 14– Final Draft
Write the final draft of your paper. Be sure to include your references within the body and a
works cited page. Review The Holt Reader pages 396-398 if you need more information on how to
create a works cited page. You can also use http://citationmachine.net/index2.php to help create
accurate citations. Review pages 223-230 in Holt Elements of Language to double check
the format on your paper.
Assignment 15 – Self Evaluation
Use the I-Search Rubric on the next page to score your final draft.
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STOP!
CHECKLIST - Gather and turn in all of the following for credit. Mark each
assignment you have done and/or included. Attach this check-off sheet to the
front of your work:
Pre-assessment
Unit 1: English Language Workshop
Lesson 1 – Confused Words
_____Assignment 1 - Confused Words 1:1
_____Assignment 2 - Confused Words 1:2
_____Assignment 3 - Confused Words 1:3
_____Assignment 4 - Confused Words 1:4
_____Assignment 5 - Confused Words 1:5
_____Assignment 6 - Confused Words 1:7
Lesson 2 – Words and Prefixes
_____Assignment 7 – Words and Prefixes 2:1
_____Assignment 8 – Words and Prefixes 2:2
_____Assignment 9 – Words and Prefixes 2:3
_____Assignment 10 – Words and Prefixes 2:4
_____Assignment 11 – Words and Prefixes 2:5
Unit 2: Comprehending Literary Text
Lesson 1 – Reading Informational Articles – Review of Skills
_____Assignment 1 – Generating Research Questions - KWL
_____Assignment 2 – Guided Reading
_____Assignment 3 – Open Ended Question
_____Assignment 4 – Compare, Contrast, Synthesize – Graphic Organizer
_____Assignment 5 – Argument Evaluation
_____Assignment 6 – Test Practice
_____Assignment 7 – Citing Sources
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Unit 3 – Writing Workshop
Lesson 1 – The I- Search Paper
_____Assignment 1 – What Is an I-Search Paper?
_____Assignment 2 – Journal Starter
_____Assignment 3 – Choose a Topic
_____Assignment 4 - Prewriting
_____ Assignment 5 – More Research
_____Assignment 6 – Additional Tools
_____Assignment 7 – Research Your Question
_____Assignment 8 – Writing a Thesis
_____Assignment 9 – Looking at Models
_____Assignment 10 – Organize Draft
_____Assignment 11 – Draft
_____Assignment 12 – Word Choice
_____Assignment 13 – Revising for Word Choice
_____Assignment 14 – Final Draft
*Note: If MYAccess! is used, drafts, revisions, and final will be located in the
portfolio.
_____Assignment 15 – Self Evaluation
You must also:
Pass the final assessment
*NOTE: You must earn 80% or more on each unit and pass the
end-of-unit assessment at 60% or higher.
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