Miss Ambars Language Arts Final Exam Review

Friday, May 16
th
: Kensukes Kingdom
Re-read a chapter from Kensukes Kingdom (I will tell you which one) and
write down all key events and information you didnt already know (for example,
Jellyfish sting, Japanese people are very proud, Red bananas are delicious, etc).
Bring this list on Monday.


Monday, May 19
th
: Kensukes Kingdom
With your partner (I will tell you who) discuss the events and information from your
chapter and plan a simple presentation for the class. The two of you will
explain the most important things that happened in this chapter and what you
learned from it (for example, Jellyfish sting, etc.) and you may do so in any way you
like, using visual aids, dramatization, whatever. You WILL be graded for the oral
presentation so make sure both of you speak equally. You have 15 minutes to
prepare and 2 minutes to present.


Tuesday, May 20
th
: Balanced arguments
Answer the following questions:
1) What is a balanced argument?
2) What are connectives? List the ones you know
3) Write a one paragraph balanced argument about the following topics.
Remember to do a list of Pros and Cons first, use connectives and end in a
conclusion.
a. Should kids use uniforms in school?
b. Is it ok for kids to play violent video games, like GTA 5?
c. Are zoos a good idea?
d. Should kids be allowed to use their phones in school?


Wednesday, May 21
st
: Character traits / Emotions
I Read the selection I will give you and fill out this chart about the main character.
You may use the list of character traits attached as a guide.
Personality:
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II Write about a time in your life when you felt one of the following emotions. Use
details to explain exactly how it made you feel.



Thursday, May 22
st
: Poetry
Answer the following questions:
1) What are Haikus? Write one about school.
2) What can make poetry funny?
3) What is Imagery?
4) What are the five types of Sensory Images, and what senses do they
correspond to?
5) Write one example for each the sensory image.
6) What is Spoken Word?
7) What should you keep in mind when producing Spoken Word Poetry?


Friday, May 23
st
: Drama
I Review the drama terminology and prepare a quiz for a classmate. It may be True
or False, Multiple choice, word bank, define, etc. You have 20 minutes to prepare
the quiz and your classmates will have 10 minutes to complete.

II Write 3 different sentences with each of the following words. Watch the spelling!
Enhance Beggar Exhilarating Undisputed
Disdain Deceive Grief Dissaprove
Bewildered Anonymous Tolerant Overestimate
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