Practice (Unit 4 Lesson 6 p.4 )
Rewrite each sentence correctly and then identify which comma rule applies.
Upon entering the room the detective noticed several possible clues.
Comma Rule: ______________________________________________________
Corrected Sentence: _________________________________________________
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I did extra chores all week long for I wanted to get a later curfew over the weekend.
Comma Rule:______________________________________________________
Corrected Sentence: ________________________________________________
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My favorite types of movies are comedies action and suspense.
Comma Rule:______________________________________________________
Corrected Sentence: ________________________________________________
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Define the following Key Words and write examples of each (pgs 5 & 6 of Unit 4 Lesson 6)
Apostrophe -
Contraction -
What is unique about possessive pronouns? ________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Type 2 sentences from the Check-In on page 7 of Unit 4 Lesson 6. One should show ownership and the other should show a contraction.
Ownership example -
Contraction example -
Using Quotation Marks Correctly (Unit 4 Lesson 6 pg. 10)
Rules
Examples
Capitalization
Commas
End Punctuation
Titles
Check-In (Unit 4 Lesson 6 pg. 11) - Complete below.
Practice (Unit 4 Lesson 6 pg. 12) Complete below.
Unit 4 Lesson 7 Using a Comma
Key Words
Coordinate adjectives -
Linking Verb -
Summarize page 2 of Unit 4 Lesson 7. Note what is important to remember and give examples using the Check-In or the Practice activities (pages 3-10). _________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Unit 4 Lesson 8 Using Semicolons
What is a semicolon and what does it look like?
How does a semicolon clarify a sentence with multiple commas? Explain and share a clear example from page 2. Please highlight the part of the sentence that shows the separation in the series.
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Correct the following sentence. Highlight the semicolons you will insert:
I plan to bring my watercolors on our trip to Seattle, Washington, Portland, Oregon, and Vancouver, British Columbia.
What is a colon, when should you use it, and what does it look like? (p. 5-6)
Name the three main ways to use a semicolon:
Complete the Check-In and Practice activities on pages 7 and 8 below:
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Unit 4 Lesson 9 Grammar and Punctuation Apply
Complete “Let’s Practice” and the Targeted Activity on pages 2 and 3 of Unit 4 Lesson 9. Then write the Level 1 and Level 2 paragraphs with correct grammar and punctuation according to the directions on page 4.
Level 1 ________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Level 2
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Independent Reading Book (IRB)
Title_____________________________________________________________
Author __________________________________________________________
Genre ________________________ Subgenre ___________________________
Lexile Level of the Book _______________Your Lexile Score _____________________
(*See District Diagnostic Results Data View for your Lexile Score)
Central Idea(s) ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Objective Summary ________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
answer all in a 6th grade manner
Practice (Unit 4 Lesson 6 p.4 )
Rewrite each sentence correctly and then identify which comma rule applies.
Upon entering the room, the detective noticed several possible clues.
Comma Rule: Use a comma to separate introductory phrases or clauses.
Corrected Sentence: Upon entering the room, the detective noticed several possible clues.
I did extra chores all week long, for I wanted to get a later curfew over the weekend.
Comma Rule: Use a comma before coordinating conjunctions in compound sentences.
Corrected Sentence: I did extra chores all week long, for I wanted to get a later curfew over the weekend.
My favorite types of movies are comedies, action, and suspense.
Comma Rule: Use commas to separate items in a series.
Corrected Sentence: My favorite types of movies are comedies, action, and suspense.
Define the following Key Words and write examples of each (pgs 5 & 6 of Unit 4 Lesson 6)
Apostrophe - A punctuation mark used to show possession or to indicate the omission of letters in a contraction.
Example: John's car (possession), can't (contraction of "cannot")
Contraction - A shortened form of two words created by replacing one or more letters with an apostrophe.
Example: I'm (shortened form of "I am")
What is unique about possessive pronouns? Possessive pronouns do not require apostrophes to show possession. Examples of possessive pronouns include "mine," "yours," "his," "hers," "ours," and "theirs."
Type 2 sentences from the Check-In on page 7 of Unit 4 Lesson 6. One should show ownership and the other should show a contraction.
Ownership example - The book is mine.
Contraction example - I don't want to go.
Using Quotation Marks Correctly (Unit 4 Lesson 6 pg. 10)
Rules:
- Use quotation marks to enclose direct quotations.
- Use quotation marks to enclose titles of short works.
- Use quotation marks to indicate irony or sarcasm.
- Use single quotation marks within double quotation marks.
Examples:
- She said, "I'll be there soon."
- I just finished reading the article "The Importance of Sleep."
- He claimed to be a "genius" at fixing cars.
- The teacher said, "In the story 'The Necklace,' the protagonist learns an important lesson."
Capitalization: The first letter of a direct quotation is capitalized. The first letter of the first word in a title is capitalized.
Commas: Commas are used to separate the speaker's words from the rest of the sentence. Commas are also used to introduce a quotation.
End Punctuation: Quotation marks are followed by a comma, question mark, or exclamation point, depending on the context. The punctuation mark is placed inside the closing quotation mark.
Titles: Titles of short works, such as articles, stories, poems, and songs, are enclosed in quotation marks.
Check-In (Unit 4 Lesson 6 pg. 11) - Complete below.
- She said, "I can't wait to see you tonight."
- The article "The Role of Technology in Education" provides valuable insights.
Practice (Unit 4 Lesson 6 pg. 12) Complete below.
- He shouted, "Watch out!"
- My favorite song, "Shape of You," always lifts my mood.
Unit 4 Lesson 7 Using a Comma
Key Words
Coordinate adjectives - Adjectives that equally modify a noun and are separated by a comma.
Example: The beautiful, sunny day
Linking Verb - A verb that connects the subject of a sentence to a subject complement.
Example: She is happy.
Summarize page 2 of Unit 4 Lesson 7. Note what is important to remember and give examples using the Check-In or the Practice activities (pages 3-10).
Page 2 of Unit 4 Lesson 7 discusses the use of commas when using coordinate adjectives. When two or more adjectives equally modify a noun, a comma should be placed between them. For example, in the sentence "I saw a big, red car," the adjectives "big" and "red" are coordinate adjectives and are separated by a comma.
Unit 4 Lesson 8 Using Semicolons
What is a semicolon and what does it look like? A semicolon is a punctuation mark (;) that is used to connect independent clauses or to separate items in a series when those items contain commas.
How does a semicolon clarify a sentence with multiple commas? Explain and share a clear example from page 2. Please highlight the part of the sentence that shows the separation in the series. A semicolon clarifies a sentence with multiple commas by providing a clear separation between items in a series. This helps to avoid confusion for the reader. An example from page 2 is: "I plan to bring my watercolors on our trip to Seattle, Washington; Portland, Oregon; and Vancouver, British Columbia." The semicolons are highlighted, and they show the separation between the different locations in the series.
Correct the following sentence. Highlight the semicolons you will insert:
I plan to bring my watercolors on our trip to Seattle, Washington; Portland, Oregon; and Vancouver, British Columbia.
What is a colon, when should you use it, and what does it look like? A colon is a punctuation mark (:) that is used to introduce, list, or explain something. It is used after a complete sentence and before a list or explanation. A colon looks like two dots stacked on top of each other.
Name the three main ways to use a semicolon:
- To connect two closely related independent clauses.
- To separate items in a series when those items contain commas.
- To clarify a sentence with multiple commas.
Complete the Check-In and Practice activities on pages 7 and 8 below:
Check-In:
- I love playing sports; soccer, basketball, and baseball are my favorites.
- She finished her essay; however, she didn't have time to revise.
Practice:
- I need to buy some groceries; milk, eggs, bread, and butter.
- My favorite hobbies include reading, writing, and painting; but my true passion is dancing.
Unit 4 Lesson 9 Grammar and Punctuation Apply
Complete "Let's Practice" and the Targeted Activity on pages 2 and 3 of Unit 4 Lesson 9. Then write the Level 1 and Level 2 paragraphs with correct grammar and punctuation according to the directions on page 4.
Level 1:
I have a dog named Max. He is a golden retriever. Max loves to play fetch. We often go to the park to play.
Level 2:
Jane is my best friend. We met in kindergarten and have been inseparable ever since. We share secrets, go on adventures, and support each other through both good and bad times. I can't imagine my life without her.
Independent Reading Book (IRB)
Title: The Hunger Games
Author: Suzanne Collins
Genre: Science Fiction
Subgenre: Dystopian
Lexile Level of the Book: 810
Your Lexile Score: (Please fill in your own Lexile score)
Central Idea(s): The central idea of "The Hunger Games" is the fight for survival and the power of hope in the face of oppression.
Objective Summary: In a dystopian future, the totalitarian nation of Panem hosts a yearly televised event called the Hunger Games, where young tributes from each of the twelve districts are forced to fight to the death. When Katniss Everdeen volunteers as tribute to save her younger sister, she becomes a symbol of rebellion against the Capitol. Through her journey in the Hunger Games arena, Katniss must navigate alliances, betrayals, and her own inner strength to stay alive and challenge the oppressive rule of the Capitol.