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I can use strong textual evidence to make inferences in an informational text. October 2-3, 2013. 1 st : Answer in your own words. 2 nd : Find a quote to back up your answer 3 rd : EXPLAIN how the quote proves your answer true. Textual Evidence. Grab a book and open it to page 36
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I can use strong textual evidence to make inferences in an informational text. October 2-3, 2013
1st: Answer in your own words. • 2nd: Find a quote to back up your answer • 3rd: EXPLAIN how the quote proves your answer true. Textual Evidence
Grab a book and open it to page 36 • “Prepare to read Beowulf” Informational Text
1: Why is Beowulf an important text? • 2: What is SCOPS? What has replaced it in our society? • 3: What are some things you could learn from Beowulf? • 4: Do you think the version we are exposed to is exactly the same as the version that was first told? • 5: Do you think you will life Beowulf? MUST use textual evidence for each answer!
Leadership • Revenge • Generosity and Hospitality • Heroism • Loyalty • Reputation Theme Review
The Epic • Long narrative poem that celebrates the deeds of a legendary or heroic figure. • Common Features: • The hero battles forces that threaten the order of his world. • The story Is told in a serious manner, often in special, elevated language • Legendary Hero • A larger-than-life character whose accomplishments are celebrated in traditional tales • Beowulf • Boastful self-confidence • Feats of strengths • Victories in battle Vocabulary To Know
a Germanic inhabitant of England between the 5th century and the Norman Conquest. • another term for Old English. Anglo-Saxon
Look at page 38. Based on the picture, how would you characterize Grendel? Grendel
Read Lines 1-100 • Create a summary • REMEMBER: Topic Sentence! • In the beginning of Beowulf • The beginning of Beowulf is about • Focus on main ideas! • 5-7 Sentences! Let’s Read!