Day#1: RI 7.5 & 7.6

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Warm Up: RI 7.5

"First, the batter mixes the flour, sugar, and eggs. Then, they pour the mixture into a greased pan. After that, the pan goes into the oven for thirty minutes. Finally, once cooled, the cake is frosted and served."

Which structural pattern is being used in these sentences?

• a) Problem and Solution

• b) Sequence/Process

• c) Compare & Contrast

• d) Cause & Effect

Multiple Choice

Warm Up: RI 7.5

"First, the batter mixes the flour, sugar, and eggs. Then, they pour the mixture into a greased pan. After that, the pan goes into the oven for thirty minutes. Finally, once cooled, the cake is frosted and served."

Which structural pattern is being used in these sentences?

How does the sequence/process structure help the reader comprehend the text?

• It organizes the steps of baking a cake in a logical, easy-to-follow order.

• It presents a problem related to baking and offers a solution.

• It categorizes the different ingredients used in baking.

• It defines the key terms used in the baking process.

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Question 1: 

How does the author's choice to begin with ancient Greek mythology and then transition to medieval trials contribute to the reader's understanding of the werewolf concept? (Paragraphs 1-3)

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Question 2:

How does the author's choice to include examples of diverse cultural interpretations of werewolves, such as Slavic folklore and Native American skin-walkers, contribute to the reader's understanding of the werewolf concept? (Paragraph 4)

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Question 3:

How does the author's choice to discuss the symbolic interpretations of werewolves, such as their connection to repressed desires and the "beastly" undercurrents of human nature, contribute to the reader's overall understanding of the werewolf phenomenon? (Paragraph 5)

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Question 4:

Which text structure is primarily used in Paragraphs 1 & 3 to illustrate the historical evolution of the werewolf concept from ancient myths to medieval trials?

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Question 5:

Which text structure is primarily used in Paragraph 2 to help the reader understand the term "lycanthropy" and its historical interpretations? (Paragraph 2)

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Question 6:

Which text structure is primarily used in Paragraph 4 to help the reader understand the cultural variations of the werewolf narrative? (Paragraph 4)

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Warm Up: RI 7.6

"Imagine the sun setting over the ocean, painting the sky in vibrant hues of orange and purple. The gentle waves lap against the shore, and the salty air fills your lungs. It's a moment of pure serenity, a perfect escape from the hustle and bustle of daily life."

What is the author's primary purpose in these sentences?

• a) The author wants to paint a picture of a calm scene and create a feeling of peace for readers.

• b) The author seeks to argue why it is important for people to visit the ocean often.

• c) The author plans to explain the scientific process that makes ocean sunsets happen.

• d) The author's goal is to teach readers how to take better photographs of their vacation trips.

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Warm Up: RI 7.6

"Imagine the sun setting over the ocean, painting the sky in vibrant hues of orange and purple. The gentle waves lap against the shore, and the salty air fills your lungs. It's a moment of pure serenity, a perfect escape from the hustle and bustle of daily life."

What is the author's perspective in this description?

• a) The author is detached, offering a clinical observation of the scene.

• b) The author is nostalgic, reflecting on a past experience with melancholy.

• c) The author is appreciative, conveying a sense of wonder and tranquility.

• d) The author is cynical, downplaying the beauty of the natural world.

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Question 7:

What is the author's overall perspective regarding the werewolf phenomenon, as presented in the text? (Paragraphs 1-5)

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Question 8:

What is the author's overall perspective regarding the historical accounts and trials associated with werewolves, such as those in Gevaudan? (Paragraph 3)

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Question 9:

What is the author's purpose for emphasizing the diverse cultural variations of the werewolf narrative? (Paragraph 4)

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Question 10:

What is the author's purpose for discussing the werewolf's symbolic interpretations, particularly in the Victorian era? (Paragraph 5)

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Question 11:

Which of the following best represents the opposing viewpoints presented in the text regarding the origins of lycanthropy accusations? (Paragraph 2)

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Question 12:

Which of the following best describes the author's overall tone when discussing the "Werewolf Trials" of Gevaudan? (Paragraph 3)

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