Sugar Changed the World - Section 5

Sugar Changed the World - Section 5

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English

8th Grade

Hard

CCSS
RI.8.2, RL.8.2, RI.8.9

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the author's purpose in 'Sugar Changed the World'?

Back

To convey the central idea - that sugar has had a positive and negative impact all over the world - in an engaging and accessible way to the reader.

Tags

CCSS.RI.8.9

CCSS.RI.8.6

CCSS.RL.8.6

CCSS.RI. 9-10.6

CCSS.RI.7.9

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the author's purpose in 'How Sugar Changed the World' by Heather Whipps?

Back

To convey the central idea, that sugar has had a positive and negative impact on the world, in a humorous way.

Tags

CCSS.RI.8.9

CCSS.RI.8.6

CCSS.RL.8.6

CCSS.RI.7.6

CCSS.RI. 9-10.6

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What does the word 'shrill' mean in the context: 'his shrill voice sounded like nails on a chalkboard'?

Back

sharp

Tags

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What does the word 'lithe' mean in the context: 'the lithe boy was perfect for the basketball team'?

Back

agile

Tags

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the author's purpose in the video, 'Louisiana Sugarcane Farmer'?

Back

To convey a personal account of what it is like to be a sugar farmer in modern times.

Tags

CCSS.RI.8.7

CCSS.RL.8.7

CCSS.RL.7.7

CCSS.RI.7.7

CCSS.RL.9-10.7

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Define 'sugar' in the context of its historical impact.

Back

A sweet substance derived from sugarcane or sugar beet, which has played a significant role in global trade, economy, and culture.

Tags

CCSS.RI.8.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RI.7.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What are the positive impacts of sugar on society?

Back

Sugar has contributed to economic growth, culinary diversity, and cultural practices.

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