In ELA today:
- Yep, there is a Socrative quiz today, but remember - it's on Chapters 7 and 8. You may wish to review those chapters (especially 7) before you take the quiz. It's still only 10 questions, but it will cover more material.
- In Chapter 7 - Disaster Leads To Survival, the author reveals two environmental issues that affect the birds mentioned in this novel. What are they?
- This website discusses the effects of DDT on the Peregrine Falcon. Check it out.
- For more information about Peregrine Falcons in New York State, check out the NYS Department of Environmental Conservation's website.
- Here's a neat video link of a Peregrine Falcon in flight.
- You will also need to read Chapter 9 - Frightful Finds Sam.
- In today's class, we will continue to work on our persuasive essay. We will explore what the overall product is going to look like. We already have a piece of the puzzle in place with your thesis statements from yesterday.
