Xinmin 6A1

 Dear Parents, Today in class we did the following: □ 1. _ Unit test □ 2. RWN check □ 3. Homework: OKSensay assignment https://student.oksensay.com/?key=xutcjp Unit tests will be sent home next Tuesday. Regards, Teacher Ari

  □ 1. RWN pages 320, 325 □ 2. Homework: RWN Page 371

 Dear Parents, Today in class we did the following: □ 1. Vocabulary words 16 – 30, Read The Skunk Ladder □ 2. RWN Pages 322 - 324 □ 3. Homework: Vocabulary words 16 – 30 x 4, defs x 1, 5 sentences using two vocabulary words fade (v.)- to lose color , brightness , or strength gradually ponder (v.)- to think carefully about something, especially for a noticeable length of time possibility (n.)- a chance that something may happen or be true drag (v.)- to move something by pulling it along a surface , usually the ground undergo (v.)- to experience something that is unpleasant or something that involves a change fit (n.)- a sudden attack of illness when someone cannot control their movements and becomes unconscious hysteria (n.)- extreme fear , excitement , anger , etc. that cann...

  □ 1. Vocabulary words 1 - 15 □ 2. Homework: Vocabulary words 1 – 15 x 4, defs x 1, 5 sentences using two vocabulary words

 Dear Parents, Today in class we did the following: □ 1. Quiz □ 2. RWN Check □ 3. Homework: OKsensay assignment PIN:  ehw97z

 Dear Parents, Today in class we did the following: □ 1. RS Pages 171, 173, Read The Skunk Ladder □ 2. Quiz Review □ 3. Homework: Review for quiz

 Dear Parents, Today in class we did the following: □ 1. RWN Pages 319, 326 □ 2. Homework: RWN Page 372 We also went to the library to look at an exhibit for the schools upcoming trip to Singapore. Regards, Teacher Ari

 Dear Parents, Today in class we did the following: □ 1. Vocabulary words 16 – 30 □ 2. RWN Pages 316 - 318 □ 3. Homework: Vocabulary words 16 – 30 x 4, defs x 1, 5 sentences using two vocabulary words antitourist (adj.)- against tourists ordinary (adj.)- not different or special or unexpected in any way; usual nearly (adv.)- almost , or not completely creek (n.)- a narrow area of water that flows into the land from the sea , a lake , etc. apparatus (n.)- a set of equipment or tools or a machine that is used for a particular purpose surface (v.)- to rise to the surface of water nervous condition (n.)- a health problem relating to the nerves or nervous system recall (v.)- to bring the memory of a past event into your mind , and often to give a description of what you remember awfully (adv.)- very or extremely , when used ...

 Dear Parents, Today in class we did the following: □ 1. Vocabulary words 1 - 15 □ 2. Homework: Vocabulary words 1 – 15 x 4, defs x 1, 5 sentences using two vocabulary words bellow (v.)-to shout in a loud voice , or (of a cow or large animal ) to make a loud , deep sound feat (n.)- something difficult needing a lot of skill , strength , courage , etc. to achieve it savage (adj.)- extremely violent , wild , or frightening abandoned (v./adj.)-to leave a place , thing, or person , usually for ever attempt (n./v.)- to try to do something, especially something difficult cavern (n.)- a large cave immensely (adv.)- extremely ledge (n.)- a narrow shelf that sticks out from a vertical surface scale (v.)- to climb up a steep surface , such as a wall or the side of a mountain , ofte...

 Dear Parents, Today in class we did the following: □ 1. Unit test □ 2. RWN Check _ □ 3. Homework: OKSensay assignment PIN:  9csydk

 Dear Parents, Today in class we did the following: □ 1. Read The Gymnast □ 2. RWN Pages 295, 300 □ 3. Homework: Review for unit test Regards, Teacher Ari

 Dear Parents, Today in class we did the following: □ 1. Vocabulary words 16 - 30 □ 2. RWN Pages 297 - 299 □ 3. Homework: Vocabulary words 16 – 30 x 4, defs x 1, 5 sentences using two vocabulary words. 16. cool : moderately cold :  lacking in warmth 17. playground :   a piece of land used for and usually equipped with facilities for recreation especially by children 18. finally : after a prolonged time :  at the end of period of time 19. cost : the amount or equivalent paid or charged for something 20. dozen : a group of 12 21. slippers : a light low-cut shoe that is easily  slipped  on the foot 22. summery : of, resembling, or fit for  summer 23. ankles : the joint between the foot and the leg 24. piranha : any of various usually small South American characin fishes that have very sharp teeth, often appear in schools, and include some that may attack and inflict dangerous wounds upon humans and large animals 25. faraway : lying a...

 Dear Parents, Today in class we did the following: □ 1. Vocabulary words 1 - 15 □ 2. Homework: Vocabulary words 1 – 15 x 4, defs x 1, 5 sentences using two vocabulary words. 1. yap : to talk in a shrill insistent way 2. proud : feeling or showing pride 3. pounded : to strike heavily or repeatedly 4. athlete : a person who is trained or skilled in exercises, sports, or games requiring physical strength, agility, or stamina 5. solitary : being, living, or going alone or without companions 6. aluminum : a silver-white metallic chemical element with that has good electrical and thermal conductivity, high reflectivity, and resistance to oxidation 7. arbor : a shelter of vines or branches or of latticework covered with climbing shrubs or vines 8. show-off : to display proudly 9. slyly : clever in concealing one's aims or end 10. stomped : to walk with a loud heavy step usually in anger 11. water balloons : balloons filled with water and used to have a water fight ...

 Dear Parents, Today in class we did the following: □ 1. Quiz □ 2. RWN check □ 3. Homework: OKsensay assignment PIN:  jkax7f Also assigned is Savvas online homework, due 11/22. Students should do pages 3, 4, and 5 in the online RWN.

 Dear Parents, Today in class we did the following: □ 1. Read The Gymnast □ 2. Quiz Review □ 3. Homework: Review for quiz https://quizizz.com/?lng=en The above link is to a website we used to play games to review the proper use of who and whom. Regards, Teacher Ari

  □ 1. Using Who and Whom, RWN Pages 294, 301 □ 2. Homework: RWN Page 311

 Dear Parents, Today in class we did the following: □ 1. Vocabulary words 16 - 30 □ 2. RWN pages 291 – 293, RS Pages 139, 141 □ 3. Homework: Vocabulary words 16 – 30 x 4, defs x 1, 5 sentences using two vocabulary words Please note that we did not read RS pages 139 and 141 today. 16. drops of sweat : liquid that forms from sweating 17. dry hands : when your hands have no moisture 18. nutrients : a substance or ingredient that promotes growth, provides energy, and maintains life 19. jealous : hostile toward a rival or one believed to enjoy an advantage 20. miserable : being in a pitiable state of distress or unhappiness (as from want or shame) 21. vinyl : a polymer of a vinyl compound or a product (such as a resin or a textile fiber) made from such a polymer 22. closet : a cabinet or recess for especially china, household utensils, or clothing 23. slippers : a light low-cut shoe that is easily  slipped  on the foot 24. lawn : ground (as around a hous...

 Dear Parents, Today in class we did the following: □ 1. Vocabulary words 1 - 15 □ 2. Homework: Vocabulary words 1 – 15 x 4, defs x 1, 5 sentences using two vocabulary words All exams have been sent home today. Please sign and return them as soon as possible. 1. limelight : the center of public attention 2. hesitation : an act or instance of  hesitating 3. somersault : a movement (as in gymnastics) in which a person turns forward or backward in a complete revolution along the ground or in the air bringing the feet over the head 4. gymnastics : physical exercises designed to develop strength and coordination 5. cartwheels : a lateral handspring with arms and legs extended 6. throbbing : to pulsate or pound with abnormal force or rapidity 7. wincing : to shrink back involuntarily (as from pain) 8. skidded : to apply a brake or skid to :  slow or halt by a skid 9. bluish : somewhat blue :  having a tinge of blue 10. back flip : a  backward ...