Take Me Out to the Ball Game

Mr. Griot introduces a lesson on language arts, starting with a joke about baseball. He explains how to find information from books and the internet, emphasizing the importance of reliable sources. The lesson covers note-taking techniques, including identifying main ideas and using graphic organizers. Mr. Griot then guides students through writing a rough draft, using a baseball essay as an example. He highlights the importance of revising and editing before finalizing a piece of writing. The lesson concludes with a reminder to continue learning and exploring.

What was the purpose of the joke about Cinderella in the lesson?

• To introduce the topic of baseball

• To discuss the importance of humor

• To explain the rules of baseball

• To describe a baseball game

Which of the following is NOT a written resource mentioned for finding information?

• Almanac

• Atlas

• Dictionary

• Blog

Why is it important to double-check facts found on the Internet?

• To make the research process faster

• To verify the reliability of the information

• To find more sources

• To ensure the information is entertaining

What is the first step in taking notes according to the lesson?

• Identifying the main idea

• Writing in complete sentences

• Creating a rough draft

• Using a thesaurus

What is the purpose of using a graphic organizer in note-taking?

• To make notes look colorful

• To organize information clearly

• To write longer sentences

• To avoid using vocabulary words

What is the role of an umpire in a baseball game?

• To coach the team

• To play as a catcher

• To decide if pitches are balls or strikes

• To score the game

How many innings are there in a standard baseball game?

• 7

• 8

• 9

• 10