//ccms.ccusd.org/apps/classes/995383/assignments/ Class Name: Ms. G-B's Per. 6 language arts-Period 6 Instructor(s): Cathi Green-Bratton en-us SchoolSitePro //ccms.ccusd.org/homeworkItem7789307 //ccms.ccusd.org/apps/classes/995383/assignments/ Due by Wednesday, May 26th
]]> Tue, 25 May 2021 17:32:46 PDT //ccms.ccusd.org/homeworkItem7751940 //ccms.ccusd.org/apps/classes/995383/assignments/ It starts with a review of when to use a  vs  an
It is Due on Saturday, May 22nd
]]> Tue, 25 May 2021 17:32:50 PDT //ccms.ccusd.org/homeworkItem7728376 //ccms.ccusd.org/apps/classes/995383/assignments/ ** Please open the Google doc and practice the comma rules we reviewed/learned today

]]> Tue, 18 May 2021 17:31:11 PDT //ccms.ccusd.org/homeworkItem7529341 //ccms.ccusd.org/apps/classes/995383/assignments/ I will review it in class, and I will also give class time over the next two weeks for you to work on the two activites of your choice. 
Do not write on this Google Doc - Your two activities should each be on their own Doc, Slideshow or Prezi


As you finish the first activity, you are welcome to turn it in before your second activity is complete and before the May 8th due date.
]]> Tue, 27 Apr 2021 14:18:58 PDT //ccms.ccusd.org/homeworkItem7473029 //ccms.ccusd.org/apps/classes/995383/assignments/ * Please complete the Google Doc after we read Ch. 14 in class
    * Follow all directions, answering each question in complete sentences (exceptn for the last question - #14)

]]> Tue, 20 Apr 2021 17:33:01 PDT //ccms.ccusd.org/homeworkItem7419463 //ccms.ccusd.org/apps/classes/995383/assignments/ ]]> Tue, 13 Apr 2021 17:39:24 PDT //ccms.ccusd.org/homeworkItem7370828 //ccms.ccusd.org/apps/classes/995383/assignments/ open the Google Doc - read all of the directions carefully
-follow the directions 
-write your paragarph
-double check that you have text evidence and edit your work
-finally, turn it in by this Thurs. April 8th

]]> Tue, 06 Apr 2021 17:36:49 PDT //ccms.ccusd.org/homeworkItem6999123 //ccms.ccusd.org/apps/classes/995383/assignments/ **This week please add your "Work Cited/Bibliography" section after your concluding paragraph (you can use the EasyBib website or just copy and past the URL's ) YOU MUST HAVE at LEAST 3 researched sites (for examples see the essays in the "materials" section)
**This week you will add the concluding paragraph and the Work Cited (bibliography) sections
***You should have already set up the MLA formatting (we did this last week) (Times New Roman - size 12 - double spaced - indent each paragraph)
****RUBIC - It will guide your essay - use the Google Classwork rubric to see exactly what the requirements are and to know how I will grade your essay
grading scale: * 45-41 A * 40-36 B *35-32 C *31-27 D *26-0 F
]]> Tue, 16 Mar 2021 02:50:01 PDT //ccms.ccusd.org/homeworkItem7230907 //ccms.ccusd.org/apps/classes/995383/assignments/ Answer the questions on the last page in complete sentences.
]]> Fri, 19 Mar 2021 00:22:43 PDT //ccms.ccusd.org/homeworkItem7162280 //ccms.ccusd.org/apps/classes/995383/assignments/ 2) Review the four types of figurative language on the Google Doc.
Then read the directions and complete the Google doc.
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**This must be answered before you leave Zoom today.
]]> Tue, 09 Mar 2021 16:34:51 PST //ccms.ccusd.org/homeworkItem7135289 //ccms.ccusd.org/apps/classes/995383/assignments/ 2) READ chapter 5 "Nazi Parachutes Attack America and Get Shot Down by Captain Byron Watson and His Flamethrower of Death"
* remember this is 1963, so the bad guys for many kids were the Nazi's
* most of their relatives would have fought in or been involved in WWII, which ended only 18 years earlier
* as you read ch. 5 pay attention to Momma's own experience with fire and we will talk about how that impacted her actions in ch. 5
]]> Fri, 05 Mar 2021 23:35:13 PST //ccms.ccusd.org/homeworkItem7108251 //ccms.ccusd.org/apps/classes/995383/assignments/ 1) Please read each question and answer it below the question box. Be sure to use specific names, not he or she, in your answers.

2) READ CHAPTER 3 - "The World's Greatest Dinosaur War" on your own before Friday, March 5
]]> Tue, 02 Mar 2021 17:39:57 PST //ccms.ccusd.org/homeworkItem6938092 //ccms.ccusd.org/apps/classes/995383/assignments/ *Title : AE Note Taking
** Put each reason on it, so as you are taking notes and they fit a specific reason you can put the notes in the correct space (#1) OR
** Color code your reasons (see #2 example)
*** Be sure to always copy and paste each URL of any site or article you used on your note taking page so you can go back to it for future info (will need it for work cited section)
*** Be sure to type only FACT FRAGMENTS- NOT full sentences ..... unless you want to use something as a quote for evidence
**** For evidence ... copy full fact, sentence, or statistic and who said it / the article that stated it
]]> Sat, 13 Feb 2021 14:26:59 PST //ccms.ccusd.org/homeworkItem6931826 //ccms.ccusd.org/apps/classes/995383/assignments/ * Open the Google Doc, read all directions and examples a few time to be sure you understand what you are doing
* Brainstorm your reasons
Then, following my example - Write your thesis statement
]]> Sun, 07 Feb 2021 06:23:15 PST //ccms.ccusd.org/homeworkItem6889590 //ccms.ccusd.org/apps/classes/995383/assignments/ This is a cool exhibit at the Anacosta Community Museum in Washington D.C.
Take a self guided tour of the Men of Change Exhibit and then fill in the google Doc.
]]> Tue, 02 Feb 2021 17:41:31 PST //ccms.ccusd.org/homeworkItem6889591 //ccms.ccusd.org/apps/classes/995383/assignments/ *Choose a topic that you are interested in, even passionate about.
*The assignment is on the attached Google Doc.
*If you do not have an idea "jump-out" at you or come to your mind quickly- pick two or three of my ideas that seem "okay" and Google them - educate yourself before choosing.
]]> Tue, 02 Feb 2021 17:41:41 PST //ccms.ccusd.org/homeworkItem6879421 //ccms.ccusd.org/apps/classes/995383/assignments/ *If you are NOT taking the test - DO NOTHING - DO NOT turn in anything
** If YOU ARE RETAKING the test - click on the Google Form amd read the directions carefully, VERY carefully
**This is the exact same test, but the questions are in a different order
]]> Mon, 01 Feb 2021 05:18:51 PST //ccms.ccusd.org/homeworkItem6675441 //ccms.ccusd.org/apps/classes/995383/assignments/ *When you are ready to write your book report, open a new Google Doc to write it on.
*Be sure to reread and edit spelling, grammar and punctuation mistakes.
The Book Report is due on Sunday, January 31.
]]> Thu, 04 Feb 2021 21:30:30 PST //ccms.ccusd.org/homeworkItem6842611 //ccms.ccusd.org/apps/classes/995383/assignments/ *Below are also links to both poems, so you can reread them or use them for text evidence.
*Your answers should be on a NEW Google Doc.
]]> Tue, 26 Jan 2021 17:41:23 PST //ccms.ccusd.org/homeworkItem6756071 //ccms.ccusd.org/apps/classes/995383/assignments/ 2) Open the Google Form Quiz and read all directions, sentences and word choices carefully, VERY carefully.
3) This test is due during our Per. 6 class today.
4) After you have submitted the test, you should work on the Literary Q & A for "The Bracelet." This assignment is also due today. You should be able to finish it or most of it before our 1:00 end time.
**If you have read and followed everything above, BEGIN the test!
]]> Fri, 15 Jan 2021 15:00:55 PST //ccms.ccusd.org/homeworkItem6714402 //ccms.ccusd.org/apps/classes/995383/assignments/ Due by Fri. Jan. 15th
]]> Tue, 12 Jan 2021 17:15:49 PST //ccms.ccusd.org/homeworkItem6684614 //ccms.ccusd.org/apps/classes/995383/assignments/ *Also attached, is a worksheet in which you need to write one sentence for each of the 11 vocabulary words. *Be sure to carefully read the directions on the Google Doc worksheet.
*The Google Doc is due before by Sunday, Jan. 10.
*I suggest you either print out, copy on paper or take a photo of the words to help you study for the test on Friday. It is NOT a spelling test, but you do need to know the difference in how the easily confused words are spelled and their definiton.
]]> Fri, 15 Jan 2021 15:01:01 PST //ccms.ccusd.org/homeworkItem6662153 //ccms.ccusd.org/apps/classes/995383/assignments/ *Start by opening the Google Doc and read the directions, so you can take proper notes for your final writing assignment.
*Next, by clicking on the link below, it will take you to the Whitney's site.
*Scroll down a bit until you see six art pieces, lined up, left to right: modern art ; oil paint ; canvas ; Ameican modernism ; paper ; drawing.
*Choose at least three of the six categories to tour. Take your time and enjoy the amazing works of art.
*While you are viewing the works of art you can click on each piece and it will open to reveal written info, such as the title of the art, the artist and the date it was created.
*Finally, don't forget to take notes on two (2) of your favorite pieces (see Google Doc for specifics).
]]> Tue, 05 Jan 2021 17:23:16 PST //ccms.ccusd.org/homeworkItem6549555 //ccms.ccusd.org/apps/classes/995383/assignments/ * This will be a monthly assignment. Our next BAM will cover two months time - Dec. and Jan.
* Dec. / Jan is NON-FICTION ! This a biography, autobiography or true story about an event
* I will post an assignment after winter break, in which you will share information about the book you read.
*The Amplify site, which can be reached through Clever, has an online library available to you. Be sure to look for the Non-fiction genre on the Amplify site
*I have attached a suggested list, but you do not have to pick from just this list
*Finally, remember the Amplify site is free and our CCMS library is open for students to check out books, so do not wait until winter break (the school will be closed).
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]]> Sat, 19 Dec 2020 09:21:15 PST //ccms.ccusd.org/homeworkItem6561562 //ccms.ccusd.org/apps/classes/995383/assignments/ ]]> Sat, 19 Dec 2020 09:21:26 PST //ccms.ccusd.org/homeworkItem6467087 //ccms.ccusd.org/apps/classes/995383/assignments/ *Click on "+Create" and choose Slideshow
*Follow the directions in my November Book Report slide show and in the Rubric
*Use the rubric, as well, to check that you followed all directions
]]> Sat, 19 Dec 2020 09:21:22 PST //ccms.ccusd.org/homeworkItem6550532 //ccms.ccusd.org/apps/classes/995383/assignments/ * I will give you the higher score as your final grade
* You may want to reread the fairytale before taking the quiz (it's very short!)
* Open the Google attachment and take the multiple choice quiz
* There is only one right answer for each question
*Be sure to "SUBMIT" the quiz when you are finished
]]> Tue, 15 Dec 2020 17:41:21 PST //ccms.ccusd.org/homeworkItem6368045 //ccms.ccusd.org/apps/classes/995383/assignments/ I made several suggested edits on some of your writing, but on the entire narrative.
The "green highlight" is just to show that I gave credit for at least one figurative language
To earn 1 to 4 extra points on your score, BEFORE LEAVING ZOOM TODAY, you must:
* First, read my suggested edits carefully and your writing to learn from the mistake
*Next, click on the check mark to make the edit I suggested
*Finally, add any missing info and reread your entire narrative to find more mistakes you can correct, similar to the ones I suggested
*Many of you forgot to double space, use size 12 Times New Roman and add the following to the top:

first name last name
Ms. Green-Bratton
ELA 6
9 November 2020
creative title


]]> Sat, 19 Dec 2020 09:21:19 PST //ccms.ccusd.org/homeworkItem6586622 //ccms.ccusd.org/apps/classes/995383/assignments/ ]]> Sat, 19 Dec 2020 09:21:10 PST //ccms.ccusd.org/homeworkItem6536451 //ccms.ccusd.org/apps/classes/995383/assignments/ * You may want to reread the fairytale before taking the quiz (it's very short!)
* Open the Google attachment and take the multiple choice quiz
* There is only one right answer for each question
*Be sure to "SUBMIT" the quiz when you are finished
]]> Fri, 11 Dec 2020 18:58:22 PST //ccms.ccusd.org/homeworkItem6423533 //ccms.ccusd.org/apps/classes/995383/assignments/ *Work on “Sentences and FANBOYS.”
*Log in below -choose Begin
*Choose "PRACTICE"
*There are 5 practice sections, some with several levels
*The entire assignment should take between 30 to 50 minutes
*You may finish it throughout the Thanksgiving break

]]> Thu, 03 Dec 2020 10:37:45 PST //ccms.ccusd.org/homeworkItem6496829 //ccms.ccusd.org/apps/classes/995383/assignments/ Next, review the information and examples for compound sentences.
Finally, complete the 2 practice sections on the Google Doc.
]]> Sat, 05 Dec 2020 14:07:29 PST //ccms.ccusd.org/homeworkItem6289412 //ccms.ccusd.org/apps/classes/995383/assignments/ 2) Then, open the the Figurative Language Worksheet and read he directions carefully. You will notice I did the first one as an example. DUE on WEDNESDAY, November 4.
]]> Mon, 02 Nov 2020 04:06:07 PST //ccms.ccusd.org/homeworkItem6226303 //ccms.ccusd.org/apps/classes/995383/assignments/ ]]> Thu, 22 Oct 2020 00:12:19 PDT //ccms.ccusd.org/homeworkItem6194231 //ccms.ccusd.org/apps/classes/995383/assignments/ ]]> Fri, 16 Oct 2020 15:35:31 PDT //ccms.ccusd.org/homeworkItem6170377 //ccms.ccusd.org/apps/classes/995383/assignments/ Also, very important to review the RUBRIC to help you understand the directions and how I will grade.
Finally, your paragraph(s) should be written on the Google doc.
]]> Tue, 13 Oct 2020 12:17:08 PDT //ccms.ccusd.org/homeworkItem6128400 //ccms.ccusd.org/apps/classes/995383/assignments/ ]]> Tue, 06 Oct 2020 11:42:45 PDT //ccms.ccusd.org/homeworkItem6070885 //ccms.ccusd.org/apps/classes/995383/assignments/ ]]> Fri, 25 Sep 2020 15:18:19 PDT //ccms.ccusd.org/homeworkItem6049921 //ccms.ccusd.org/apps/classes/995383/assignments/ ]]> Tue, 22 Sep 2020 15:29:41 PDT //ccms.ccusd.org/homeworkItem6028146 //ccms.ccusd.org/apps/classes/995383/assignments/ ]]> Fri, 18 Sep 2020 16:33:41 PDT //ccms.ccusd.org/homeworkItem5997398 //ccms.ccusd.org/apps/classes/995383/assignments/ Be sure to read your writing OUT LOUD to edit all mistakes.
]]> Sun, 13 Sep 2020 23:32:39 PDT //ccms.ccusd.org/homeworkItem5972634 //ccms.ccusd.org/apps/classes/995383/assignments/ ]]> Sat, 12 Sep 2020 07:44:56 PDT //ccms.ccusd.org/homeworkItem5968587 //ccms.ccusd.org/apps/classes/995383/assignments/ ]]> Sat, 12 Sep 2020 07:44:46 PDT //ccms.ccusd.org/homeworkItem5972636 //ccms.ccusd.org/apps/classes/995383/assignments/ 2) an Edpuzzle video with questions
]]> Tue, 08 Sep 2020 21:13:57 PDT //ccms.ccusd.org/homeworkItem5906153 //ccms.ccusd.org/apps/classes/995383/assignments/ If you did not do your summer reading, you have a chance to do it over the next 10 days. Please see the info in the Google Doc below.
]]> Mon, 24 Aug 2020 14:21:15 PDT //ccms.ccusd.org/homeworkItem5954981 //ccms.ccusd.org/apps/classes/995383/assignments/ Be sure to reread your writing OUT LOUD and make corrections before turning it in

** Reminder that you should also take the Google Form Plot structure review quiz by the end of this Fri. Sept. 4
]]> Fri, 04 Sep 2020 07:41:20 PDT //ccms.ccusd.org/homeworkItem5943965 //ccms.ccusd.org/apps/classes/995383/assignments/ ]]> Tue, 01 Sep 2020 23:49:15 PDT