Thursday, Nov. 1

Periods 1, 2
1. Word Wall
2. Finish "Chunking" Chapter 2 of ACT book

Period 4
1. Vocab quiz
2. A-Z Brainstorming on comets
3. Complete Lesson 1 in "Topics" book

Periods 6-7
1. Word wall
2. Fluency
3. Read aloud
4. Selective underlining/summary of story while answering questions


Choose the BEST answer to each question. Refer to the text to support your answer.

1. Which of the following best describes a satirical play?
a. It shows the right or wrong paths in life.
b. It is what they called Greek comedies.
c. It shows common aspects of life.
d. It makes fun of everyday life.

2. If you had to choose a different title for this story, which title would be most appropriate?
a. How Theater Became Entertainment
b. Famous Greek Plays
c. The Birth of Theater
d. How Amphitheaters Began

3. Which of the following characteristics best describes a thespian?
a. A thespian works in a theater.
b. A thespian acts in a play.
c. A thespian competes in drama competitions.
d. A thespian writes a theatrical production.

4. For which reason would wealthy people most likely fund a production?
a. They would not have to pay taxes that year.
b. They enjoyed drama competitions.
c. They wanted to honor the Greek god of fertility, Dionysus.
d. Theater was popular.