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Daily Oral Language

Daily Oral Language. DOL Assignment #1: 1/13/14. 1. Directions: Rewrite each sentence fixing the mistakes. dr and mrs j r stone went to everglades national park in florida 2. Directions: Combine these sentences into a Compound Sentence using a semicolon.

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Daily Oral Language

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  1. Daily Oral Language

  2. DOL Assignment #1: 1/13/14 1. Directions: Rewrite each sentence fixing the mistakes. dr and mrs j r stone went to everglades national park in florida 2. Directions: Combine these sentences into a Compound Sentence using a semicolon. Giant waves washed the beach. Sea gulls flew overhead.

  3. DOL Assignment #2: 1/14/14 1. Directions: Rewrite the sentence fixing the mistakes. last Tuesday we read about africas victoria falls 2. Directions: Combine these 3 sentences into 1 Simple Sentence. Bob's hair is wavy. Bob's hair is brown. Bob's hair is very short.

  4. DOL Assignment #3: 1/15/15 1. Directions: Rewrite the sentence fixing the mistakes. the dinosaurs were sleeping on there feet 2. Directions: Combine the sentences into a Compound Sentence using a comma and a fanboys. The kitchen chair needs to be repaired. The back has fallen off.

  5. DOL Assignment #4: 1/16/14 1. Directions: Rewrite the sentence fixing the mistakes. you go inside and sit down she sail. no he replied. 2. Directions: Combine the sentences into a Compound Sentence using a conjunctive adverb. The book was about wildlife. The book was on the table.

  6. DOL Assignment #8: 1/17/14 Directions: Rewrite the sentence fixing the mistakes. last spring we read about a swiss village in geography class Directions: Combine these two sentences. Flowers had been planted in the garden. Jim had planted them.

  7. 2/22 • Write a complex sentence and do the following: • Circle the subordinator • Identify the DC-dependant clause • Identify the IC – the independent clause • Identify both the subject and the verb

  8. DOL Assignment #6: 1/23/14 Identifying Compound Sentences and Complex Sentences: Identify each of the following sentences as (CD) compound or (CX) complex _____ 1. Before Julio planned his garden, he made a sketch of the layout. _____ 2. I liked this movie best; it was more exciting than the others. _____ 3. When bees collect pollen, they fertilize the plants that they visit. _____ 4. John is on the soccer team, and his brother plays basketball. _____ 5. Is Julia the one who went to Australia for spring break?

  9. DOL Assignment #7: 1/24/14 Directions: Identify each sentence as either (s) simple; (cd) compound; or (cx) complex • She began planning her summer vacation in December. • Because I left the play early, I missed the surprise ending. • Tanya was invited to a party, so she wants to buy a new outfit. • After Allison finished playing the video game, she shut down the computer. • Because of the rain, the baseball game was postponed.

  10. 1/24 /13 Cont. Directions: Identify each sentence as either (s) simple; (cd) compound; or (cx) complex 6: The teacher walked into the classroom, greeted the students, and took attendance. 7: Juan played football; while, Juanita went shopping. 8: Juan played football, yet Juanita went shopping. 9: Although Mexico has the better football team, it lost. 10: The island was filled with many winding trails, a small lake, and dangerous wild pigs.

  11. DOL Assignment #10: 1/27/14 1. Choose the sentence that is complete and is written correctly. a. In China, the art of writing on silk is still taught. b. Today, writing on paper that is made from wood. c. Ancient groups Egyptians who recorded events on papyrus. c. Activist groups that have formed to conserve trees. 2. Choose the sentence that is complete and is written correctly. a. I really enjoy listening to country music jazz is not my favorite. b. My aunt who makes a great chocolate cake for my birthday. c. The director who is also an actor and choreographer from New York. d. My brother wants to be a stunt performer when he grows up.

  12. DOL Assignment #11: 1/28/14 • Choose the best way to combine these three sentences. We waited for the bus to Chicago. It was three hours late. We missed the concert. • We missed the concert because the bus to Chicago was three hours late. • The bus to Chicago was three hours late getting us to the concert, so we waited. • While we waited for the bus to Chicago, it was late, so we missed the concert. • We were three hours late to the bus to Chicago, so we missed the concert.

  13. 1/28/2014 Cont. • Choose the sentence that is complete and is written correctly. • The satin vest took Myra a long time to finish in sewing class. • The play now showing which originally opened on Broadway. • You should not overcook vegetables, removing all of the nutrients. • A short cut to the new skating rink; it is much faster.

  14. DOL Assignment #12: 1/29/14 1. Choose the answer that shows the correct capitalization for the underlined part of the sentence. The ancient greeks used spices that were imported from the Middle East and Egypt. • Ancient Greeks used spices that were • Ancient greeks used spices that were • ancient Greeks uses spices that were • Correct as is

  15. 1/29/2014 Cont. • Read this topic sentence. Choose the sentence that does not support the meaning of the topic sentence. Dogs are hard workers and can be a great help to humans in times of need. • Family pets guard homes from intruders. • Most dogs can be trained to play fetch in a few months. • Some dog breeds are helpful in locating missing persons. • St. Bernards are famous for locating lost people.

  16. 1/29/2014 Cont. Cont. • If an author wanted to add credibility to his or her writing about the benefits of water, he or she could include information in the form of _________. • A quote from an advertisement for bottled water. • An excerpt from a book. • An article from a newspaper on water. • A quote from a doctor on the benefits of water.

  17. DOL Assignment #13: 1/30/14 This year, Jess received the National Merit scholar award for his outstanding test score. The test was a culmination of his advanced-placement History class. In that class, they focused on presidential facts. On Jess’ test, one question that he answered correctly asked: What speech is Abraham Lincoln most famous for. Jess wrote a well thought-out constructed-response answer about the Gettiesburg Address.

  18. 1/30/14 • This year, Jess received the National Merit scholar award for his outstanding test score. • national merit scholar award • National merit scholar award • National Merit Scholar Award • Correct as is.

  19. 1/30/14 2. The test was a culmination of his advanced-placement History class. • culmanation • culmunation • kulmination • Correct as is.

  20. 1/30/14 3. What speech is Abraham Lincoln most famous for. Jess wrote a well thought-out constructed-response answer about the Gettiesburg Address. • for Jess • for? Jess • for; Jess • Correct as is.

  21. 1/30/14 4. Jess wrote a well thought-out constructed-response answer about the Gettiesburg Address. • Gettisburg Address • Gettysburg Address • Getty’s burg Address • Correct as is.

  22. 1/31/2014 1. Choose the sentence that does not belong in the paragraph. (1) Studies have shown that people are not drinking enough water. (2) Too many people are drinking sodas and carbonated beverages instead of water. (3) Water is nature’s perfect drink. (4) The most popular soda is Coke according to some surveys. (5) Even if you are not a very active person you can still become dehydrated. (6) When you don’t have enough fluid, your body cannot perform the necessary functions properly.

  23. 2. Read these sentences and choose the best way to combine the two sentences. Some people exercise vigorously during the day. People who exercise should drink additional water. • Some people exercise vigorously during the day, people who exercise should drink additional water. • Some people exercise vigorously during the day, and the people who exercise should drink additional water. • People who exercise vigorously during the day should drink additional water. • People who drink additional water during the day should exercise vigorously.

  24. DOL Assignment #9: 2/25/14 • Letter to John Marcellia • Number your entry 9-12

  25. 2/26/2014 1. Read the paragraph. Then choose the best topic sentence for the paragraph. ___________. Crime scene investigators work at all times of the day. The popular television series “CSI” glorifies the investigator’s job. But, the job is probably not as exciting as the show makes it out to be. Investigators go the extra mile to solve the case, but they are not always successful as the actors who portray them. • Crime scene investigating is a job that many people would love to have. • The job of crime scene investigator is not as glamorous as it may seem on television. • Crime scene investigators go to college for years to receive a degree. • CSI: Las Vegas is a popular show on television.

  26. 2. Read this topic sentence and choose the sentence that best supports the meaning of the topic sentence. Video game designers develop new games every year. • Atari was one of the first game systems. • Xbox has the best video games on the market. • PlayStation 2 games are expensive and hard to get. • This year, designers will introduce two new games.

  27. 3. Choose the sentence that is complete and is written correctly. • While snow fell softly on the gray roof tops. • We slept soundly during the entire snow storm. • Movie goers stood in the long line because needed tickets. • The haven bridge was up tall ships passed through.

  28. 4. Choose the sentence that is complete and is written correctly. • It was the last inning of the game, the bases were loaded. • The Titanic was a disaster remembered by many people. • Need one more volunteer for the game, will you play? • After we moved to a small island in the Caribbean.

  29. 2/27/2014 1. Read this sentence The toddler was like a(an) ______________ grabbing all the presents under the Christmas tree. Choose the word that best completes the sentence. • Octopus • Lion • Baby • owl

  30. 2. Read this sentence. The antique lamp was the _______ during the cold, dreary days of winter. Choose the word that best completes the sentence. • moon • sun • stars • best

  31. 3. Read this sentence When the teacher entered the room of quiet students, she exclaimed, “This class is ________!” Choose the word or words that best completes the sentence. • terrificly • like a circus • like heaven • behaving

  32. 4. Read this topic sentence and choose the sentence which best supports the meaning of the topic sentence. • Knowledge of the streets, apartment complexes, and office building on his or her route is very important for a mail carrier to do his or her job effectively. • The average mail carrier delivers approximately 2,900 pieces of mail daily. • Mail carriers must deliver the mail, regardless of the weather. • Mail carriers deliver to 146 million homes, businesses, and P.O. boxes in every state, city and town, and in Puerto Rico, Guam, the American Virgin Islands and American Samoa. • The U.S. Postal Service sponsors National Dog Bite Prevention Week.

  33. 2/28/2014 1. Read this paragraph and then choose the correct way to write Sentence 2. (1) In the ancient world, a courier could carry the message faster than anyone else. (2) Because these messengers knew the routes across Greece. (3) These athletes – the best runners in the land – could run from one city to another without getting lost. • Because these messengers knew the routes across Greece, they were very efficient. • Because these messengers knew the routes across Greece: they were very efficient. • Because these messengers knew the routes across Greece; they were very efficient. • Because these messengers knew the routes across Greece they were very efficient.

  34. 2. Read this paragraph and then choose the sentence that does not belong in the paragraph. (1) For a teen, expressing personal style through clothing is very important. (2) A teen may feel that his or her personality may be able to shine through better with clothing he or she specifically chooses. (3) Additionally, expressing individuality through what teens wear is the best way for other teens, and oftentimes adults, to get an idea of who he or she is really like. (4) Jeans and nice shoes, no sneakers, are a popular choice for students in the Northeast. (5) Observant individuals may notice that teens who dress alike, often are seen together in groups. (6) Some groups may consist of teens wearing bright colors with patterns and floral print, while others may be content with simply wearing only black and solid colored clothing.

  35. 3/3/14 Choose the sentence that is complete and written correctly. • a. Luke was the star player on the varsity basketball team. b. While we watched the half-time show performers on television. c. At the entrance to the carnival where a funny clown stood. d. Do you want to leave at six is that too late to make it on time?

  36. Choose the sentence that is complete and written correctly. 2. a. My mother who is teaching a course at the local college. b. She loves everything about animals she has many pets. c. Too often when children are left unattended. d. I asked the coach for the chance to play in the next game.

  37. Choose the answer that shows the correct capitalization and punctuation for the underlined part of the sentence. 3. Students who are unsuccessful during the year, will attend Summer School at Carver Grove Elementary. a. during the year, will attend summer school at Carver Grove elementary. b. during the year- will attend summer school at Carver Grove Elementary. c. during the year will attend summer school at Carver Grove Elementary. d. Correct as is.

  38. 4. Choose the best way to combine these two sentences. She was missing her big chance. Her chance to get an up-close look at radio. • She was missing her big chance. Her big chance to get an up-close look at radio. • She was missing her big chance to get an up-close look at radio. • She was missing her big chance. To get an up-close look at radio. • She was missing her big radio chance.

  39. 3/5/2014Choose the answer that shows the correct capitalization and punctuation for the underlined part of the sentence. 1. After running through the jungle, the leopard rested and licked its injured paw. • jungle the Leopard rested and licked its injured paw. • jungle, the leopard rested and licked it’s injured paw. • Jungle, the Leopard rested and licked it’s injured paw. • Correct as it is.

  40. 2. Choose the sentence that does not support the meaning of the topic sentence. My hometown is famous for several amazing reasons. • The county courthouse is a historic building where John Hancock had an office. • The town soda shop is open late every Friday and Saturday night. • The old theater was the first in the state to show a movie in color. • The Mississippi River is located just two miles from my hometown.

  41. 3. Choose the sentence that does not support the meaning of the topic sentence. Cozumel is a great place to spend a summer vacation with your family. • The hotels are located directly on the water for easy access. • Water sports equipment for snorkeling and kayaking is free. • Cruise ships usually stop in Cozumel for shopping and excursions. • During the summer, the weather is moderate and sunny.

  42. 3/7/14 1. Adrian completed a report on African safaris. But she wants to add more information about the animals seen on each safari. Which of the following would be her best choice for an appropriate source? • A letter from a tourist who just returned from an African safari • An expert from a magazine about lions, tigers, and elephants • A quote from a zoologist • A quote from a lion tamer

  43. 2. Choose the correct way to write the underlined word. • If the baseball team travels from New York to New Jersey, how far will they be traveling? a. Everyone b. It c. Them d. Correct as is

  44. 3. Choose the sentence that is written with the correct modifiers. • Having attended the university for four years, it was sad for Trish to leave. • The university was sad to leave for Trish, she attended it for four years. • Having attended the university for four years, Trish was sad to leave there. • After attending it for four years, the university was sad to leave for Trish.

  45. 3/10/14 • ChompChomp.com - Power Point on Modifiers • ..\Grammar\modifiers.ppt Do #’s 1-5 on Power Point

  46. 3/12/14 • Directions: Choose the sentence in which the modifiers are correctly placed. • 1. • A. Sitting on the top shelf of the refrigerator, Desmond saw Mom’s pristine birthday cake. • B. Desmond, sitting on the top shelf of the refrigerator, saw Mom’s pristine birthday cake • C. Sitting on the top shelf of the refrigerator, Mom’s pristine birthday cake caught Desmond’s attention. • 2. • A. Loudly slurping the bowl of hot soup, Derrick’s impolite behavior annoyed the other diner patrons. • B. As Derrick loudly slurped the bowl of hot soup, his impolite behavior annoyed the other diner patrons. • C. Loudly slurping the hot soup, the other diner patrons were annoyed by Derrick’s impolite behavior.

  47. 3/12/14 Cont. • 3. • A. Seated by the window, Barbara munched popcorn on the long bus ride home. • B. Seated by the window, popcorn was munched by Barbara on the long bus ride home. • C. Barbara munched popcorn seated by the window on the long bus ride home. • 4. • A. Rosalind struggled up the three flights of stairs in her new jeans, which were too tight for comfort. • B. Too tight for comfort, Rosalind struggled up the three flights of stairs in her new jeans. • C. In her new jeans, Rosalind struggled up three flights of stairs, which were too tight for comfort.

  48. 3/12/14 Cont. Cont. • Choosing the Right Pronoun. Underline the correct pronoun. • 1. Anybody can learn to set up (his, their) own tent. • 2. Each of the boys takes care of (his, their) own room. • 3. Anyone can join our group if (he, they) is really interested. • 4. The team can't play (its, their) best when it's too hot. • 5. George wants to go into politics; he finds (it, them) exciting.

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