Unit 4: People and the Planet - GST BOCES

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Mrs. Delaney ELA 7 1/1/2020

Academic Vocabulary: Argument

Academic terms appear in all subjects and can help you read, write, and discuss with more precision. Here are five academic words that will be useful to you in this unit as you analyze and write arguments. Complete the chart.

1. Review each word, its root, and mentor sentences. 2. Use the information and your own knowledge to predict the meaning of each word. 3. For each word, list at least two related words. 4. Refer to the dictionary or other resources if needed.

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"Rethinking the Wild" Summary

Directions: Write a summary of "Rethinking the Wild." A summary is a concise, complete, and accurate overview of a text. It should not include a statement of your opinion or an analysis.

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SCORING (2 points each): _____Title included _____ Concise _____Accurate _____No opinions included _____Conventions

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"Rethinking the Wild" Quick Write

Consider class discussions, presentations, the video, and the Launch Text as you think about the prompt. Record your first thoughts below. While a Quick Write is done quickly, it is important to remember to use complete sentences.

PROMPT: Are the needs of people ever more important than the needs of animals and the planet? Be sure to explain using an example from class or your personal experience.

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ESSENTIAL QUESTION: What effects do people have on the environment?

Our environment provides us with the basic necessities we need to survive--air, water, and soil in which to grow food. However, it's not just a one-way relationship. People's actions also have an impact on the environment. In an era of rapid technological change, we have become very aware of the complex interrelationship between people and their environment. We depend on the Earth and it depends on us: Getting the balance right is the challenge of our age. Whole-Class Learning Strategies Review these strategies and the actions you can take to practice them as you work with your whole class. Add ideas of your own for each strategy.

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