Monday, February 24, 2020

Benchmark 2/26

February 26, 2020

Standards

RL11-12.1Cite strong and thorough textual evidence to support analysis of what the text says explicitly as well as inferences drawn from the text, including determining where the text leaves matters uncertain..

RL.11-12.4 Determine the meaning of words and phrases as they are used in the text; analyze the impact of specific word choices on meaning and tone, including words with multiple meanings or language that is particularly engaging

CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RL.11-12.6 Analyze a case in which grasping a point of view requires distinguishing what is directly stated in a text from what is really meant (e.g., satire, sarcasm, irony, or understatement).

RL 11-12.7Analyze multiple interpretations of a story, drama, or poem (e.g., recorded or live production of a play or recorded novel or poetry), evaluating how each version interprets the source text. (Include at least one play by Shakespeare and one play by an American dramatist.)

CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RI.11-12.1 Cite strong and thorough textual evidence to support analysis of what the text says explicitly as well as inferences drawn from the text, including determining where the text leaves matters uncertain.

Write arguments to support claims in an analysis of substantive topics or texts, using valid reasoning and relevant and sufficient evidence.
Introduce precise, knowledgeable claim(s), establish the significance of the claim(s), distinguish the claim(s) from alternate or opposing claims, and create an organization that logically sequences claim(s), counterclaims, reasons, and evidence.
Demonstrate understanding of figurative language, word relationships, and nuances in word meanings.
Interpret figures of speech (e.g., hyperbole, paradox) in context and analyze their role in the text.
Obj: Demonstrate depth of knowledge through benchmark testing on standards posted above.

Starter: 

In a study published in the journal PLoS ONE, psychological scientists from Hiroshima University in Japan demonstrated that “cute” pictures of baby animals, including puppies and kittens, can have powerful effects on attention and concentration. (psychologicalscience.org)

Find an image to post in your starter and write yourself a positive note.

Image result for funny pandas


Activity: 

1.  Benchmark 2/26


Click on the link above.
The school ID is lee59.
If you need help with your username and password please let me know.

You will then see the assignment labeled benchmark 2/26.
Complete all the multiple choice questions and free response.
You have the entire class period to complete the test and it must be submitted before you leave.

You are required to receive a minimum score of 80%.
If you do not receive this the first time, please take it again.

If you do not receive an 80% the second time, remediation will be offered later this week.


Closure: 

Compared to when we began our figurative language unit, how confident do you feel now?

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