Choosing a Good Speech Topic- Due January 6

We will be conferencing about speeches. Please use the form below for speech topics and be prepared to discuss.

Speech Topic

Chapters 10-12 Summary- Quiz on Monday December 16

Old Yeller Chapters 10-12 Summary

How did Travis get hurt  when he tried to catch the second pig?

The sandbank which had earlier been undercut by floodwaters, collapsed. Travis fell in amongst the pigs and had his leg slashed by the hog's tush.

What happened to Old Yeller when he tried to intervene?

Old Yeller managed to save Travis but had his own belly ripped open leaving some of his insides bulging out through the slit.

Why did Travis decide to leave Old Yeller behind?

He wanted to get his mother because she always knew what to do when someone was hurt.

Why does Travis insist on going back to Old Yeller?

He had promised Old Yeller he would return and also he felt indebted to the dog for saving his life.

What does Mama use for thread to sew up Old Yeller’s wound?

She uses a long hair out of Jumper's tail claiming it is better than thread.

What are the signs at the end of the chapter that Travis’ leg has worsened?

It became stiff, numb and swollen and in Travis' words, "As dead as a chunk of wood".

How did Travis react to another visit from Bud Searcy?

He was angry because he felt the lazy Bud Searcy would be a bother and a burden to his mother.

How do Mama and Travis react when Mr. Searcy offers to leave Lisbeth behind to help out their family?

Neither of them want her to stay.    Mrs. Coates tries to convince Mr. Searcy that Lisbeth shouldn't stay because she is too small and has never before stayed away from home.

Old Yeller Paragraphing Assignment- DUE DATE- TBA

Paragraphing Assignment

PARAGRAPHING (Research) ACTIVITY

Be sure to put all the information in your own words. Do not copy and paste from the internet!!

A.   Research the Comanche and the Apache Indians. Provide a brochure or pamphlet (with at least two paragraphs) on your findings. 

B.   Research some of the venomous snakes you would find in the United States and Canada. Provide a brochure (with at least two paragraphs) on your findings.

C.   Research hydrophobia. Where is the disease most prevalent? How is it treated today?  Who is Louis Pasteur? What animals are most likely to contract this disease? Provide a brochure (with at least two paragraphs) on your findings.

D.   Are farm animals still marked or branded today? Check with some local farmers or ranchers? Provide a brochure (with at least two paragraphs) on your findings.

Procedure:

1.    Choose a topic with your partner from A, B, C or D.

2.    Do some research on your topic during your next computer time or at home.

3.    Bring your research to class.

4.    Work on a minimum of two paragraphs for your brochure. Use the hamburger model to build your paragraphs.

Be sure your paragraphs include:

¦ A strong topic/concluding sentence

¦ Supporting details

¦ Transitions between sentences

¦ Proper punctuation

5.    Have a peer edit your paragraph for the above items.

6.    Construct a brochure that displays your information. Your brochure should include at least two pictures and two paragraphs. Be creative! It should be fully coloured and eye-catching!

DUE: _______________________________________

Rubric for Brochure                                                       NAME: _____________

	Minimal	Partial	Proficient	Advanced
Paragraphs	Paragraph lacks transitions. Topic and concluding sentences are weak or non-existent. Supporting details do not relate to topic sentence.	Some transitions. Topic and concluding sentences are evident. Supporting details included.	Transitions Topic and concluding sentences are clear and interesting. Strong supporting details.	Paragraph has a flow and excellent use of transitions. Topic and concluding sentences are strong and interesting. Supporting details are strong and relevant.
Illustrations	Illustrations are included. Brochure is partially coloured. Writing could be neater.		At least two illustrations that are relevant and neat. Brochure is coloured. Writing is neat.	Lots of illustrations that add interest and value to the brochure. Brochure is fully coloured. Writing is neat and carefully done.
Conventions	Many errors in writing and grammar.	Effort is evident, but several errors in writing and grammar	Less than three errors in writing and grammar.	No mistakes in writing or grammar.