Find the prepositional phrases. Underline them and circle the prepositions. Double underline the conjunctions.
1. The house is on a busy street, but it is quiet inside.
2. I would like a sandwich and a glass of milk.
3. Both children and adults enjoy the animals in a circus.
4. In the summer the ancient Chinese wore silk shoes, socks, and robes.
Thursday, May 13, 2010
Wednesday, May 12, 2010
Review Quick Write 13
Underline the conjunctions in the sentences below.
1. Usually boys, but not girls, are tutored or attend school.
2. Rooms are decorated with either paintings or statues.
3. Whether we go or stay is up to you.
4. The floors are made of marble and they are beautiful and strong.
1. Usually boys, but not girls, are tutored or attend school.
2. Rooms are decorated with either paintings or statues.
3. Whether we go or stay is up to you.
4. The floors are made of marble and they are beautiful and strong.
Tuesday, May 11, 2010
Review Quick Write 12
Find the prepositional phrases and underline them. Then circle the prepositions.
1. Jan showed the lizard to her teacher.
2. Dogs are good companions for older people who may be lonely.
3. Above her head sat the Cheshire cat.
4. Hundreds of people were gathered outside.
1. Jan showed the lizard to her teacher.
2. Dogs are good companions for older people who may be lonely.
3. Above her head sat the Cheshire cat.
4. Hundreds of people were gathered outside.
English 8 Agenda 5/10/2010-5/14/2010
Monday (05/10):
- 8th Grade Essay Prompt
- Collect Travel Agent Assignment Outline
Homework: Essay Due Tomorrow
Tuesday (05/11):
- QW #12
- Write introductory paragraphs (hook and thesis statement)
- In-text Citation work
- Collect 8th Grade Essay
Homework: Finish Intro. Paragraphs
Wednesday (05/12)
- QW #13
- Writing a Works Cited Page
Homework: Finish Works Cited Page, Study Prepositions/ Prepositional Phrases, Conjunctions, and Interjections (Test Friday!)
Thursday (05/13):
- QW #14
- Check off Chapter 6 in Grammar books
- Begin writing essays
- Check off
Homework: Study Pepositions/ Prepositional Phrases, Conjunctions, and Interjections (Test Tomorrow!)
Friday (05/14):
- Preposition, Conjunction, and Interjection Grammar Test
- Finish writing first draft of essay
Homework: Work on Essays (first draft due on Tuesday!)
- 8th Grade Essay Prompt
- Collect Travel Agent Assignment Outline
Homework: Essay Due Tomorrow
Tuesday (05/11):
- QW #12
- Write introductory paragraphs (hook and thesis statement)
- In-text Citation work
- Collect 8th Grade Essay
Homework: Finish Intro. Paragraphs
Wednesday (05/12)
- QW #13
- Writing a Works Cited Page
Homework: Finish Works Cited Page, Study Prepositions/ Prepositional Phrases, Conjunctions, and Interjections (Test Friday!)
Thursday (05/13):
- QW #14
- Check off Chapter 6 in Grammar books
- Begin writing essays
- Check off
Homework: Study Pepositions/ Prepositional Phrases, Conjunctions, and Interjections (Test Tomorrow!)
Friday (05/14):
- Preposition, Conjunction, and Interjection Grammar Test
- Finish writing first draft of essay
Homework: Work on Essays (first draft due on Tuesday!)
Monday, May 10, 2010
Marsh Graduation Essay Topics
In a few weeks you will be graduating from the 8th grade. Choose one of the following topics to discuss memorable things that happened while you were a student here, or look ahead and envision what the future holds for you and the class of 2010.
My memories from my years here at Marsh.
How my parents, fellow students, teachers and staff have influenced me.
How the class of 2010 will influence the world.
My memories from my years here at Marsh.
How my parents, fellow students, teachers and staff have influenced me.
How the class of 2010 will influence the world.
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