Homework Assignments

Tuesday, August 6, 2013

Homework: Read the handout “Chicago Changes,” underline the facts and CIRCLE THE OPINIONS. Find 10 words that you do not know and write them on the back of the paper. Find the definitions of these words and write them.

Blog: What is your favorite music video? Write 15 sentences about it and why you like it. Post the video in your blog.

Monday, August 5, 2013

Blog:

1) Find an example of abstract art that you like or dislike. Write about what you think the art is about and how it makes you feel. Why did you choose this piece of art? Who created it? When did they create it? You should write 10 or more sentences and include a picture of the art in your post.

2) Do the same thing for an example of realism.

Sunday, August 4, 2013

Blog: Research a unique instrument from the country you've been assigned (see below). Write 15 sentences about one instrument from that country and its history. Then, find a short video clip that shows how the instrument is played and its sound.

Kohsuke: Australia

Sakura: Kenya

Rudolf: Brazil

Saturday, August 3, 2013

Blog: Write 15 or more sentences about how art and music play a role in your life. 

Homework: Find one piece of art that you feel represents you in some way. Print it out and be prepared to explain why you chose it in class tomorrow.

Wednesday, July 31, 2013

Homework: Write 10 interview questions for your classmates that start with, "How often do you....?"

Blog: Free write on a topic of your choice. Write more than 15 sentences.

Tuesday, July 30, 2013

Homework: Go to this website to take the quiz on prepositions. Write down your score for class tomorrow.

http://www.usingenglish.com/quizzes/230.html

Blog: No blog tonight.

If you finish these homework items, please practice (alone) your presentation on your famous athlete for Project Class.

Monday, July 29, 2013

Homework: Read the passage on the homework handout from class. Answer the questions on the back page. After you answer the questions, circle as many prepositions as you can find in the text. Circle 10 words in the reading that you do not know, then look up their meanings.

Blog: Write 10 sentences about the importance of teamwork.

If you finish these homework items, please continue your research on your famous athlete for Project Class.

Sunday, July 28, 2013

Homework: Read the passages on the homework handout from class. Answer the questions on the bottom of each page. After you answer the questions, circle as many prepositions as you can find in the text. 

Blog: Write about some recreational activities that you have done with your family members. What is your favorite recreational activity you have done with them? Why? Please write more than 10 sentences.

If you finish these homework items, please continue your research on your famous athlete for Project Class.

Saturday, July 27, 2013
Write 10 sentences using prepositional phrases with at, in, on.

After you finish, comment on your classmate's blogs.

Wednesday, July 24, 2013
Imagine that you are opening a brand new restaurant in New York City. Describe and show (with pictures) your new space, the food that will be served, music, decoration, menu etc. How will you draw new customers to your establishment?

Please ADD Sakura's blog to your list by following aelpsummer17.blogspot.com.

Tuesday, July 23, 2013
Blog: Write about the advantages and disadvantages of fast food. Think about time, money, health, and taste. What effects does fast food have on people? Please write more than 10 sentences.

Please ADD Sakura's blog to your list by following aelpsummer17.blogspot.com.

Monday, July 22, 2013
Homework: In a notebook, write 10 sentences that show a “cause and effect” relationship.

Blog: Write about a meal that you would like to learn how to cook. Why would you like to learn this recipe? Who would you cook for? What ingredients would you need to make this food? Please write more than 10 sentences. 


Sunday, July 21, 2013
Blog: Describe your daily meals. What kinds of foods do you eat in one day? Which food groups are most represented? How could you introduce healthier items into your daily diet? Please write 10 sentences and include a photo.

Extra Assignment: Comment on classmate blogs. Be sure to give constructive or helpful feedback.

Friday, July 19, 2013
Write a blog reflecting on your film project this week. What are some things that you learned from this experience? What is something that you would have done differently? Write a minimum of 10 sentences.

Wednesday, July 17, 2013
Homework: Watch the video "Outer Space" on YouTube by Bill Nye: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=A_OWnlS56rE

Blog: Follow the link, print and complete the worksheet: http://vtrp.browardschools.com/Teachers/pne_David_Schulman/Downloads/Bill%20Nye%20Outer%20Space.pdf

Tuesday, July 16, 2013
Homework: Complete the worksheet on "be going to" from Karen. Also, fill in the meanings of this week's vocabulary words on the sheet from class.

Blog: What are some things that you are going to do in Boston on Thursday? Please write 8 sentences or more and include a photo.

Monday, July 15, 2013
Please work with your teammates from Project Class to complete your script so that we can begin shooting your film tomorrow. Be sure to follow the format that was provided by Hans in class today.

Use the following link to access the example script:

https://docs.google.com/document/d/1rVAyIyGvjL8_ZjDpa_Y84Ehb931aEVanYUIgQYinKAI/edit

Sunday, July 14, 2013
Each student must identify two pieces of technology that have improved their life and explain why. This should be done on their blog and should be no less than a total of 20 sentences. Please include pictures in your post. 


Thursday, July 11, 2013
Please complete the camping handout for class on Sunday, July 14, 2013. Enjoy your camp trip!

Wednesday, July 10, 2013
Please study weekly vocabulary for your Thursday quiz. Veronika, complete the worksheet that was due in class today. Anyone who didn't finish their blog from Tuesday's homework, please do so.

Blog: Write about your favorite band or musician. Please write more than 10 sentences.

Tuesday, July 9, 2013
Please complete the practice sentences worksheet on irregular verbs (#1-20). You have a free write blog assignment that MUST be at least 15 sentences long.

Monday, July 8, 2013
Please comment on 2 classmates' blogs tonight. Fill out and study your vocabulary definitions for RLA Weekly Theme: Outdoor Adventure.

Sunday, July 7, 2013
Blog: Choose one adventure from the list that would like to do. Explain why. Please write AT LEAST 8 sentences. Don't forget to include a photo or two with your writing.

-safari
-hike
-parachute
-surf
-windsurf
-bungee jump
-para glide
-para sail
-skydive

Thursday, July 4, 2013
Homework: Complete the grammar handouts for class on Sunday, July 7th. Also, remember to bring your Canobie Lake Park assignment with you to on Friday, July 5th. Please bring that worksheet to class on Sunday, too.

Blog: Write about the activity you will be performing at our carnival tomorrow. Explain how to do it.

Wednesday, July 3, 2013
Homework: Study your carnival vocabulary words for the quiz on Thursday.

Blog: Write about the activity you will be performing at our carnival tomorrow. Explain how to do it.

Tuesday, July 2, 2013
Homework: Complete the carnival vocabulary definitions and read the passage about the Fourth of July. Answer the questions after the reading.

Blog: Write a post about your favorite festival in your home country. Please write 8 sentences or more.

Monday, July 1, 2013
Set up your blog, explore the different options, styles, and formats. Be sure to ADD your classmates' blogs so that you can follow them and write comments.

Please write one paragraph about a new friend you have met here at AELP.

Here are the URLs for your class:

Max: aelpsummer08.blogspot.com
Julia: aelpsummer21.blogspot.com
Andreana: aelpsummer02.blogspot.com
Rudolf: aelpsummer16.blogspot.com
Kohsuke: aelpsummer12.blogspot.com
Veronika: aelpsummer19.blogspot.com
Brandon: aelpbrandon.blogspot.com