Missy introduces the lesson on interactive writing, focusing on contractions with 'R' and words with 'ate' spelling patterns. Students learn to identify contractions and homophones, and engage in a writing activity using 'ate' words. The lesson concludes with a reflection on learning progress.

What are the two main learning targets for this lesson?

• Reading and writing contractions with 'are' and using 'ate' words.

• Learning new vocabulary and writing essays.

• Practicing reading comprehension and spelling.

• Understanding punctuation and grammar rules.

What is a contraction?

• A shortened form of two words.

• A synonym for a long word.

• A type of punctuation mark.

• A type of sentence structure.

Which of the following is a contraction for 'we are'?

• Where

• Were

• Wear

• We're

What does the apostrophe in a contraction represent?

• A missing letter or letters.

• A pause in speech.

• An emphasis on a word.

• A question mark.

In the sentence 'If your mother says you can go,' why doesn't 'your' have an apostrophe?

• Because it's a homophone.

• Because it's a contraction.

• Because it's a verb.

• Because it's a noun.

Which word is a homophone for 'you're'?

• Your

• Yore

• Yarn

• Year

What is the correct contraction for 'you are'?

• You're

• Yore

• Your

• Yarn

Which of the following is NOT a contraction?

• We're

• They're

• You're

• Your

What is the purpose of using contractions?

• To shorten two words into one.

• To make sentences longer.

• To confuse the reader.

• To add more detail.

Which word is a contraction for 'they are'?

• They're

• The

• There

• Their