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Contents Lesson 19 Blackline Masters Home Letter, Blackline Master 19.1...3 Weekly To-Do List, Blackline Master 19.2...4 Vocabulary Word Cards, Blackline Master 19.3...5 Target Vocabulary, Blackline Master 19.4...6 Leveled Reader Graphic Organizer, Blackline Masters 19.5 19.8...7 10 Leveled Practice Struggling Readers, SR19.1... 11 Advanced, A19.1...12 English Language Learners, ELL19.1...13 Weekly Tests See Assessment for Weekly Tests Answer Keys Test Record Form, Weekly Tests 19.1...14 Vocabulary: Target Vocabulary, Reference Materials, Weekly Tests 19.2 19.3...15 16 Comprehension: Conclusions and Generalizations, Problem and Solution, Idioms, Anchor Text, Weekly Tests 19.4 19.5...17 18 Decoding: More Common Suffixes -ful, -less, -ness, -ment, Weekly Tests 19.6 19.7...19 20 Grammar: Relative Pronouns and Adverbs, Weekly Tests 19.8 19.9...21 22 English Language Learners Oral Language Chant, Blackline Master ELL19.2...23 Selection Summary, Blackline Master ELL19.3...24 Answer Key...25 28 Copyright by Houghton Mifflin Harcourt Publishing Company All rights reserved. No part of this work may be reproduced or transmitted in any form or by any means, electronic or mechanical, including photocopying or recording, or by any information storage or retrieval system, without the prior written permission of the copyright owner unless such copying is expressly permitted by federal copyright law. Permission is hereby granted to individuals using the corresponding student s textbook or kit as the major vehicle for regular classroom instruction to photocopy entire pages from this publication in classroom quantities for instructional use and not for resale. Requests for information on other matters regarding duplication of this work should be addressed to Houghton Mifflin Harcourt Publishing Company, Attn: Contracts, Copyrights, and Licensing, 9400 South Park Center Loop, Orlando, Florida 32819. Printed in the U.S.A. ISBN: 978-0-547-89355-6 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 XXXX 17 16 15 14 13 12 4500000000 D E F G If you have received these materials as examination copies free of charge, Houghton Mifflin Harcourt Publishing Company retains title to the materials and they may not be resold. Resale of examination copies is strictly prohibited. Possession of this publication in print format does not entitle users to convert this publication, or any portion of it, into electronic format.
B l a c k l i n e M a s t e r 9. 1 Home Letter Home Letter Dear Family, This week students will explore the question What are some different ways to do research? In the realistic fiction selection, from When I Went to the Library, students will read a letter of apology that conveys more than the simple message I m sorry for bringing my snake into the library! And for more on our slithery friends, we ll read the informational text Field Guide to Snakes of the Southwest. This week s Target Vocabulary: fault, borrow, reference, fainted, genuine, local, apologize, proof, slimy, insisted Vocabulary Strategy: Antonyms Comprehension Skill: Conclusions and generalizations figure out unstated or broad ideas Comprehension Strategy: Question ask questions before you read, as you read, and after you read Writing Focus: Informational writing explanatory essay Activities to Do Together Vocabulary Play an antonym game! Think of an antonym for a Target Vocabulary word and see if your child can guess the correct word. For example, if you say the word lend, your child can guess borrow. Then ask your child to think of an antonym and let you guess the vocabulary word. Thinking About Poems Encourage your child to choose a poem that he or she enjoys and read it aloud. Discuss the poem. What does the poem make each of you feel and think? Drawing Conclusions Talk with your child about a book you ve read together recently. Discuss what the author has to say about people or the world. Encourage your child to draw conclusions about the book. Have him or her write the conclusions and organize them into an outline for the book. Go to the ebook to read and listen to this week s selection. Home Letter 3
B L A C K L I N E M A S T E R 9. 2 Weekly To-Do List Put an X in each box when you finish the activity. Must Do Practice pages Comprehension and Fluency Literacy Center Word Study Literacy Center Think and Write Literacy Center May Do Reading Log Vocabulary in Context Cards Practice Spelling Words Work on Writing Assignment Other Daily Independent Reading Other Daily Independent Reading Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Weekly To-Do List 4
B L a c k l i n e m a s t e r 9. 3 Vocabulary Word Cards fault local borrow apologize reference proof fainted slimy genuine insisted Vocabulary Word Cards 5
Target Vocabulary B l a c k l i n e M a s t e r 9. 4 Reptiles as Pets Target Vocabulary Write a sentence using the word insisted below. Then, with a partner, find synonyms, antonyms, examples, and non-examples for three of the remaining Target Vocabulary words. Complete a Four-Square Map for each. Vocabulary apologize borrow fainted fault genuine insisted local proof reference slimy Synonym demanded Antonym asked insisted Example Be nice to your sister! Non-example Would you like an apple or a banana? Example Sentence: Target Vocabulary 6
Idea-Support Map: B l a c k l i n e M a s t e r 9. 5 Painting the Ocean Title or Topic Conclusion Chloe has become more patient and willing to work with others. Text Detail Text Detail She says that she, Oliver, and Peter make a winning team. 7
Idea-Support Map: B l a c k l i n e M a s t e r 9. 6 Soccer Sisters Title or Topic Conclusion Shawna deserved Sharon s anger. Detail Detail 8
Idea-Support Map: B l a c k l i n e M a s t e r 9. 7 Think Before You Speak Title or Topic Conclusion Text Detail Text Detail In class, Robbie answers questions before he is called on by the teacher. 9
Idea-Support Map: B l a c k l i n e M a s t e r 9. 8 Sisters Play Soccer Title or Topic Conclusion Sharon has a right to be angry with Shawna. Detail Detail 10
l e v e l e d p r a c t i c e S R 9. 1 Antonyms Antonyms are words that have opposite meanings. For example, hard and soft are antonyms. Vocabulary Strategies: Antonyms Read the sentences. Choose the word that is the ANTONYM of the underlined word. Write the letter of your answer on the line. 1. Andy is moving slowly through the cafeteria. A steadily B smoothly C sleepily D quickly 2. She is going to lend the pencil. A loan B borrow C sharpen D use 3. These earrings are genuine diamond. A real B sparkly C fake D crystal 4. The play about goats in boats was silly. A humorous B funny C absurd D serious Vocabulary Strategies 11
l e v e l e d p r a c t i c e A 9. 1 Antonyms Antonyms are words that have opposite meanings. For example, hard and soft are antonyms. Vocabulary Strategies: Antonyms Read each sentence. Write the ANTONYM of the underlined word on the line. 1. Luke borrowed the basketball from David. 2. Agnes has a genuine affection for alligators. 3. The road to the canyon is curvy and bumpy. 4. She was sympathetic when I told her about my ruined mittens. Write a sentence using the ANTONYM of the given word. 5. sharp 6. awkwardly 7. bland 8. screamed Vocabulary Strategies 12
l e v e l e d p r a c t i c e E L L 9. 1 Antonyms Antonyms are words that have opposite meanings. For example, hard and soft are antonyms. Vocabulary Strategies: Antonyms Look at the picture. Think of a word that means the OPPOSITE of the picture. Write the word on the line. 1. 2. small 3. wet 4. tall 5. strong cold Vocabulary Strategies 13
weekly tests 9.1 Test Record Form TEST RECORD FORM Possible Score Acceptable Score Student Score Vocabulary: Target Vocabulary, Antonyms 10 7 Comprehension: Conclusions and Generalizations, Understanding Characters, Humor, Anchor Text 10 7 Decoding: Common Beginning Syllables 10 7 Grammar: Compound and Complex Sentences 10 7 TOTAL 40 28 Total Student Score 2.5 = % Test Record Form 14
Vocabulary weekly tests 9.2 Vocabulary Answer Numbers 1 through 10. Choose the best answer for each question. 1 What does the word apologize mean in the sentence below? Ted wants to apologize for bumping into you. A say sorry B talk back C ask again D walk forward 4 What does the word local mean in the sentence below? Shawn went to a meeting at the local library. F free G large H nearby I new 2 What does the word fault mean in the sentence below? Tina said it was her fault that the vase broke. F reason for something G time to repeat something H explanation for a mystery I responsibility for a mistake 5 What does the word genuine mean in the sentence below? The necklace had a genuine diamond in the center. A beautiful B clear C real D small 3 What does the word borrow mean in the sentence below? Vernon likes to borrow books from his neighbor. A read something many times B rearrange something for someone else C take something without someone knowing D use something that belongs to someone else Target Vocabulary, Antonyms 6 Which word is an antonym for the word healthy in the sentence below? The veterinarian said the puppy was healthy. F awkward G curious H sickly I upset 15
weekly tests 9.3 Vocabulary 7 Which word is an antonym for the word released in the sentence below? The boy released the frog near the pond. A admired B caught C found D soaked 9 Which word is an antonym for the word dangerous in the sentence below? The road was dangerous because it was narrow. A old B pleasant C safe D terrible 8 Which word is an antonym for the word adult in the sentence below? Only an adult is allowed to vote. F child G guest H human I soldier 10 Which word is an antonym for the word famous in the sentence below? The famous actress won an award for her acting. F busy G calm H talented I unknown STOP Target Vocabulary, Antonyms 16
Comprehension weekly tests 9.4 Comprehension Answer Numbers 1 through 10. Base your answers on the passage. 1 Why does Cara keep repeating the words I am truly genuinely sorry in her letter? A because her dad said the apology must sound genuine B because she s afraid Mr. Winston will ban her from the library C because she is very apologetic and wants Mr. Winston to know it D because she s worried that Mr. Winston will never return to work 2 Read this sentence from the passage. My parents say that what I did was wrong, even though the cardboard box was shut most of the time, and there was no way the snake could have escaped if you hadn t opened the box and dropped it on the floor. What conclusion can you draw from the sentences above? F Cara knows that what she did was wrong. G Cara blames her dad for what happened. H Cara blames the snake for what happened. I Cara blames Mr. Winston for what happened. 3 What does the reader learn about Mr. Winston from Cara s letter? A He is a very smart man. B He enjoys receiving letters. C He is very afraid of snakes. D He is very unfair to children. 4 Cara suggests that Mr. Winston watch Galactic Patrol while he is home. Why is this suggestion humorous? F Galactic Patrol is a frightening show about snakes. G Galactic Patrol used to be Mr. Winston s favorite show. H Galactic Patrol is a show that Mr. Winston used to be on. I Galactic Patrol is the show Cara can t watch until she apologizes. 5 Which sentence BEST describes Cara s character? A She is a curious girl who likes to prove a point. B She is a troublemaker who never follows the rules. C She is a dangerous girl who puts other people at risk. D She is an obedient girl who respects her parents and teachers. Conclusions and Generalizations, Understanding Characters, Humor, Anchor Text 17
DO NOT EDIT--Changes must be made through File info CorrectionKey=C DO NOT Correcti Name w e e k ly t e s t s 9. 5 Comprehension 6 Read this sentence from the passage. 9 Read these sentences from the passage. If you had left the box on the table and maybe even sat down next to it, then maybe the box would have been all right when you screamed and fainted. Maybe it crawled into one of your pockets or up your sleeve and rode with you to the hospital. Wouldn t that be funny? Why is the sentence above humorous? F G H I Why are the sentences above humorous? It exaggerates the truth of what really happened. A It shows a clear understanding of cause and effect. B It shows that Cara really knows she did something wrong. C It blames Mr. Winston for what happened even though it is supposed to be an apology. D 7 What conclusion can you draw about Cara s parents? A They are sad that Cara has lost her pet. B They are thrilled that Cara has a new pet. C D 8 10 F They are jealous that Mr. Winston works in a library. G F Cara sold it back to her friend. G It is still on the loose somewhere. H It is now in a cage in Cara s room. I Cara s parents donated it to a zoo. H I Mark Student Reading Level: Independent Instructional Listening Conclusions and Generalizations, Understanding Characters, Humor, Anchor Text Instead of writing a boring apology, Cara shows she has a vivid imagination. Instead of caring about the library, Cara is more concerned about the hospital. Instead of showing concern for Mr. Winston, Cara is probably making him feel worse. What generalization can you make about Cara s feelings about apologies? They are angry because Cara caused trouble. What conclusion can you draw about the snake in the passage? Instead of worrying about the snake, Cara is worrying about Mr. Winston. She feels that children should always be forced to apologize. She feels that people can usually tell when an apology is not sincere. She feels that an apology should always include reasons and excuses. She feels that she should not apologize if something isn t really her fault. STOP 18 4_RNLESE893556_U2L09WT.indd 18 11/18/13 5:22 PM
Decoding weekly tests 9.6 Decoding Answer Numbers 1 through 10. Choose the best answer for each question. 1 What is the CORRECT way to divide the word amaze into syllables? A ama ze B a maze C am aze D am a ze 4 What is the CORRECT way to divide the word contain into syllables? F co ntain G con tain H co nt ain I cont ain 2 What is the CORRECT way to divide the word preserve into syllables? F pre serve G pr es erve H pres erve I pr eserve 5 What is the CORRECT way to divide the word beneath into syllables? A be nea th B b en eath C be neath D ben eath 3 What is the CORRECT way to divide the word complain into syllables? A com plain B co mp lain C comp lain D com pl ain 6 What is the CORRECT way to divide the word betray into syllables? F bet ray G be tr ay H bet r ay I be tray Common Beginning Syllables 19
weekly tests 9.7 Decoding 7 What is the CORRECT way to divide the word compare into syllables? A c ompare B co mpare C com pare D compa re 9 What is the CORRECT way to divide the word declare into syllables? A de clare B d eclare C de cl are D d ec lare 8 What is the CORRECT way to divide the word decline into syllables? F dec line G de cl ine H de cline I dec li ne 10 What is the CORRECT way to divide the word company into syllables? F c om pany G co mpa ny H com pa ny I comp an y STOP Common Beginning Syllables 20
Grammar weekly tests 9.8 Grammar Answer Numbers 1 through 10. Choose the best answer for each question. 1 What change should be made in the sentence below? Leanne shops at Pet Power for her dog but I like Paw Palace better. A add a comma after dog B change but to or C change but to and D add a comma after but 4 What change should be made in the sentence below? I went to bed early although I was tired. F add a comma after early G change although to until H change although to because I add a comma after although 2 What change should be made in the sentence below? The plane had a bumpy landing, the passengers were relieved to be on the ground. F delete the comma G add so after the comma H add or after the comma I add another comma after passengers 5 What change should be made in the sentence below? The game will be cancelled, if it rains. A delete the comma B change if to but C change if to unless D place the comma after if 3 What change should be made in the sentence below? We may go skating, and we may go to the movies instead. A delete the comma B change and to or C change and to so D place the comma after and Compound and Complex Sentences 6 What is the BEST way to combine sentences 1 and 2? (1) It was cold outside. (2) I wore a coat. F It was cold outside, I wore a coat. G It was cold outside, so I wore a coat. H It was cold outside and I wore a coat. I It was cold outside, but I wore a coat. 21
weekly tests 9.9 Grammar 7 What is the BEST way to combine sentences 1 and 2? (1) Janell looked everywhere. (2) She could not find her book. A Janell looked everywhere, she could not find her book. B Janell looked everywhere, so she could not find her book. C Janell looked everywhere, but she could not find her book. D Janell looked everywhere she could, not finding her book. 9 What is the BEST way to combine sentences 1 and 2? (1) He finished his homework. (2) Louis walked the dog. A He finished his homework, Louis walked the dog. B He finished his homework or Louis walked the dog. C Louis walked the dog after he finished his homework. D Louis walked the dog, which he finished his homework. 8 What is the BEST way to combine sentences 1 and 2? (1) The sun was shining. (2) The birds were singing. F The sun was shining, the birds were singing. G The sun was shining or the birds were singing. H The sun was shining but the birds were singing. I The sun was shining, and the birds were singing. 10 What is the BEST way to combine sentences 1 and 2? (1) We were late to school this morning. (2) Our bus broke down. F We were late to school this morning, so our bus broke down. G Our bus broke down, but we were late to school this morning. H Our bus broke down because we were late to school this morning. I We were late to school this morning because our bus broke down. STOP Compound and Complex Sentences 22
An Apology On a separate sheet of paper, use sorry, shouldn t, wrong, mean, really, truly, or any of the Target Vocabulary words on this page to tell about a time you apologized for something. ELL b l a c k l i n e m a s t e r E L L 9. 2 Oral Language Chant I m writing to say I m sorry. I shouldn t have taken your ball. I asked you if I could borrow it, but you said No, so it isn t my fault. Wait. This is all wrong. That isn t what I mean to say. I apologize for taking something from you. Does that make it all go away? Believe me; this apology s genuine. I ve learned my lesson, really! I know I wouldn t do it again, because Mrs. Smith would see me. I feel truly bad deep inside. My tummy feels bad and twisted. That s why I am writing this note. Well, also because my mom insisted! English Language Learners 23
ELL b l a c k l i n e m a s t e r E L L 9. 3 Selection Summary Cara must write to apologize to Mr. Winston, the librarian. She must say she s truly sorry for bringing a snake into the library. Her parents insisted she tell him she was wrong. Cara tells Mr. Winston she wanted to borrow a reference book to see what kind of snake it was. If he had let her use the book, he wouldn t have seen the snake and fainted. Her parents say it was her fault anyway. Cara brings Mr. Winston flowers. She tells Mr. Winston the flowers she bought him are proof that she really didn t mean to scare him. The snake was a local snake, not slimy or poisonous. Cara tells Mr. Winston she s sorry he s in the hospital. She says that it wouldn t have happened if he hadn t opened the box and let the snake out. She apologizes, but her apology doesn t seem genuine. English Language Learners 24
B L A C K L I N E M A S T E R 9. 4 Target Vocabulary Reptiles as Pets Target Vocabulary Write a sentence using the word insisted below. Then, with a partner, find synonyms, antonyms, examples, and non-examples for three of the remaining Target Vocabulary words. Complete a Four-Square Map for each. Possible responses shown Vocabulary apologize borrow fainted fault genuine insisted local proof reference slimy Synonym demanded Antonym asked insisted Example Be nice to your sister! Non-example Would you like an apple or a banana? Example Sentence: My mother insisted that I return the snake to the pet store. Target Vocabulary 6 Name B L A C K L I N E M A S T E R 9. 5 Idea-Support Map: and Generalizations Conclusions Painting the Ocean Title or Topic Painting the Ocean Possible responses shown. Conclusion Chloe has become more patient and willing to work with others. Text Detail She tells Oliver that he helped her work with Peter. Text Detail She says that she, Oliver, and Peter make a winning team. 7 Answer Key 25 Blackline Masters 9.4 9.5
B L A C K L I N E M A S T E R 9. 6 Idea-Support Map: and Generalizations Conclusions Soccer Sisters Title or Topic Soccer Sisters Possible responses shown. Conclusion Shawna deserved Sharon s anger. Detail She borrows Sharon s sweats and rips them. Detail She borrows Sharon s shin guards and breaks one of the straps. 8 Name B L A C K L I N E M A S T E R 9. 7 Idea-Support Map: and Generalizations Title or Topic Think Before You Speak Possible responses shown. Conclusions Think Before You Speak Conclusion Robbie can t seem to keep quiet. Text Detail In karate class, Robbie hurts Kyle s feelings by making fun of the praise Kyle receives from the Sensei. Text Detail In class, Robbie answers questions before he is called on by the teacher. 9 Answer Key 26 Blackline Masters 9.6 9.7
B L A C K L I N E M A S T E R 9. 8 Idea-Support Map: and Generalizations Conclusions Sisters Play Soccer Title or Topic Sisters Play Soccer Possible responses shown. Conclusion Sharon has a right to be angry with Shawna. Detail Shawna borrows Sharon s new soccer ball. It gets muddy. Detail Shawna borrows Sharon s shin guard. A strap breaks. 10 Name L E V E L E D P R A C T I C E S R 9. 1 Antonyms Antonyms are words that have opposite meanings. For example, hard and soft are antonyms. Vocabulary Strategies: Antonyms Read the sentences. Choose the word that is the ANTONYM of the underlined word. Write the letter of your answer on the line. (1 point each) 1. D Andy is moving slowly through the cafeteria. A steadily B smoothly C sleepily D quickly 2. B She is going to lend the pencil. A loan B borrow C sharpen D use 3. C These earrings are genuine diamond. A real B sparkly C fake D crystal 4. D The play about goats in boats was silly. A humorous B funny C absurd D serious Assessment Tip: Total 4 Points Vocabulary Strategies 11 Answer Key 27 Blackline Master 9.8, Leveled Practice SR9.1
L E V E L E D P R A C T I C E A 9. 1 Antonyms Antonyms are words that have opposite meanings. For example, hard and soft are antonyms. Vocabulary Strategies: Antonyms Read each sentence. Write the ANTONYM of the underlined word on the line. (1 point each) 1. Luke borrowed the basketball from David. lent 2. Agnes has a genuine affection for alligators. 3. The road to the canyon is curvy and bumpy. 4. She was sympathetic when I told her about my ruined mittens. uncaring fake smooth Write a sentence using the ANTONYM of the given word. Possible responses shown. (2 points each) 5. sharp My scissors are dull. 6. awkwardly The dolphin swam smoothly through the water. 7. bland This Mexican food is spicy! 8. screamed He whispered a secret in my ear. Assessment Tip: Total 12 Points Vocabulary Strategies 12 Name L E V E L E D P R A C T I C E E L L 9. 1 Antonyms Antonyms are words that have opposite meanings. For example, hard and soft are antonyms. Vocabulary Strategies: Antonyms Look at the picture. Think of a word that means the OPPOSITE of the picture. Write the word on the line. (1 point each) 1. small large 2. wet dry 3. tall short 4. strong weak 5. cold hot Assessment Tip: Total 5 Points Vocabulary Strategies 13 Answer Key 28 Leveled Practice A9.1, ELL9.1
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