Download American Syllabus (SY 2016-2017) International Jubilee

American Syllabus (SY 2016-2017)
International Jubilee Private School
Grade/Section: 8 A /B
Week: 11
Date: 20/11/2016
English Spelling (Quiz)
1. Study the meanings of the following vocabulary words and practice how to use them in
sentences. *Remember that one of the best ways to learn vocabulary words is to continuously
practice their usage and put them in sentences.
Vindictive, Adept, Trite, Bastion, Sects, Denigrate, Quell, Galvanize, Pedestal, lampoon
2. Choose three of the vocabulary words above and fill in the table below.
word
etymology
Sentence example
Homework Tasks:
Reading comprehension: Questioner
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Read the story “The Lumber Room” in the link below then answer the questions that
follow.
https://americanliterature.com/author/hh-munro-saki/short-story/the-lumber-room
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What new words did you discover? List at least five with their meanings.
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What were you wondering about while you were reading?
If you could ask the author or a character a question, what would it be?
What message is the author trying to communicate?
Grammar and writing:
Creative writing:
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Choose one of the prompts below then write your final draft on separate piece of
paper or print it out.
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Make sure to use sensory details and figures of speech to enhance to your
writing.
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Create your own holiday. What would you celebrate? How could you get others to join
in the fun?
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If you could end any one problem in the world, what would it be? Why?
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Could you ever be a vegetarian? Why or why not?
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Would you rather jump out of a plane or go scuba diving? Why?
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If you could live inside any video game, which would you choose? Why?
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What is your favorite way to be creative?
 Topic: Water Recourses and Conservation in UAE
 Social studies Standards:
 Compare aspects of life in history to present life
 Inquire into water conservation
 Make an online research about Water Recourses in UAE and how could you take part in
conserving it. Find interesting and related information and create an informational pamphlet
using any app of your choice. .
Map Test Practice:
Open the link below and check your abilities in reading comprehension and literature.
http://www.prepdog.org/8th-grade.htm