Bellringer

1. Choose the sentence that would be appropriate in a letter to a friend but NOT appropriate in a formal report.

a. The Mississippi River is the longest river in the United States. b. During the 1800’s the Mississippi River became an important

trade route. c. When the Mississippi floods, it’s really bad news for folks living

near it. 2. Choose the sentence that would be most appropriate in a formal letter. d. I think Orion is the coolest constellation. e. Like many other constellations, Orion was named for a character

in mythology.f. That bad red star Betelguse is the brightest one in the whole deal

Synonyms, Antonyms, and AnalogiesEL p.152

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Copy the following three index cards

L.II-2 Use formal and informal language appropriately

IdiomPhrases or expressions in which the real meaning is different from the literal or stated meaning. Ex. 1 The apple does not fall far from the tree. Ex. 2 It’s raining cats and dogs.

L.II-2 Use formal and informal language appropriately

DialectIs a form of spoken language peculiar to a particular region, community, or social groupEx. 1 “Fahgit aboud it”Ex. 2 “yous guys”

L.II-2 Use formal and informal language appropriately

Informal languageIs generally used with friends and family Ex. 1 You need to stop!Ex. 2 She cant be the one.

Copy the following to demonstrate how to match pronouns with their antecedents

Female (Feminine)

Gender Neutral

Male (Masculine)

SingularNumber

Plural

Pronouns and Antecedents

The rabbit jumped into _____ hole. Jennifer got ____ hair done for the prom. Tomas lost _____ watch at the circus.