KEY IDEA Has there ever been a time when someone stood by you when you really needed

a friend? If so, you know how important loyalty, or devotion, can be. A reliable friend or family member can help you overcome the toughest problems. In Lobs Girl, a girl and her family discover just how powerful loyalty can be.

SKILLS TO PRACTICE WHILE YOU READ

FORESHADOWING What is that makes you want to keep reading a story? Sometimes writers build excitement and curiosity by providing a hint about something that will happen later in the story. This hint is known as foreshadowing, and may appear in o what the characters say o what the characters do o descriptions of setting As you read Lobs Girl, look for examples of foreshadowing. SEQUENCE OF EVENTS A storys events are presented in a specific order, or sequence. Certain words or phrases can help you identify the sequence of events, such as the next day at half-past nine then

at the same moment

a few minutes later

by that afternoon

As you read, look for cue words like the ones above to help you follow the timeline of the story.

Vocabulary decisively - (adv) in a clear, definite way erupt - (v) to release anger or excitement in a sudden, noisy way atone - (v) to seek forgiveness reluctant - (adj) not willing to do something melancholy - (adj) sad, gloomy agitated - (adj) upset, angry

BACKGROUND A FISHING VILLAGE Life in a fishing village is centered around the sea, and many of the village residents are fishermen. Some fishermen stay out at sea for days, while others set out each morning or evening, depending on the tide and weather. Tourism provides other jobs for the villagers. Tourists are attracted to the beauty of the coastline and the charm of the village. In Lobs Girl, the daughter of a fisherman meets a tourist who changes her life forever.

COMPLETE THE FOLLOWING QUESTIONS AS YOU READ THE STORY.

A. What clue words signal the first important event? B. Reread line 56. How might this be an example of foreshadowing?
(LOW GEAR FOR 1 MILES, DANGEROUS TO CYCLISTS basically means that the road is dangerous and cars need to drive slowly to avoid accidents.)

C. What happens after Lobs owner takes him back to Fishermans Arms?

D. What event finally leads Lobs owner to give him to the Pengelly family?

E. The story skips ahead nine (9) years after Lob comes to live with the Pengellys. What do
you think happened during that time?

F. Reread lines 189-192. Why might the narrator be drawing attention to the steep hill again?

G. Reread lines 195-199. What might the description of the crash suggest?

H. Write the sequence of events that happen right before the crash.

I. Where might Lob be?

J. Who is out looking for Lob? K. How long has Lob been missing?

ANSWER EACH QUESTION TO SHOW YOUR UNDERSTANDING OF THE VOCABULARY WORDS.

1. If a person is about to erupt, is that person angry or calm? 2. If I am reluctant to see a movie, have I heard its good or bad? 3. Does a baseball team decisively win a game by one (1) runs or six (6) runs? 4. Do people show they are agitated by taking a nap or yelling?

5. Would someone who is melancholy sit alone in a corner or dance?

The possessive form of a noun shows ownership or relationship. When forming a possessive noun, be sure to put the apostrophe in the correct place. A misplace apostrophe can be confusing. Follow the guidelines for punctuating possessive nouns correctly. o o Singular Nouns: Add an apostrophe and s, even if the word ends in s. (Sandys dog, octopuss body) Plural Nouns Ending in s: Add an apostrophe. (kids beds) Plural Nouns NOT Ending in s: Add an apostrophe and s. (fishermens boat)

6. Would you atone for an action that is praiseworthy or unlawful?

Original: Sandy was walking to her aunts cottage. (only one aunt)

Revised:

Sandy was walking to her aunts cottage.

PRACTICE Correct the possessive nouns in the following sentences.

1. Dr. Tavers wife called for an ambulance.

2. The familys dog is missing.

3. Both nurses shifts at the hospital are ending.

4. The police said that the steep hill is a danger to peoples safety.

Much of the story focuses on how Lob showed his loyalty toward Sandy. Do you think Sandy is equally loyal to Lob? In one paragraph, give your opinion and use examples from the story.

A strong writing piece will share the writers opinion about Sandys loyalty toward Lob support the opinion with evidence from the text

REMEMBER ALL QUESTIONS SHOULD BE ANSWERED IN FULL SENTECES (EXCEPT THE VOCABULARY PRACTICE), AND HANDWRITING SHOULD BE NEAT AND CLEAN. THIS COUNTS FOR A LOT OF POINTS AND THERE WILL BE A QUIZ ABOUT THIS INFORMATION DURING THE FIRST WEEK YOU RETURN FROM BREAK.

PLEASE TAKE THE TIME TO COMPLETE THIS AND DO IT WELL.