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Monday
The Revolutionary War: Informational Text
After the French and Indian War, England faced economic
problems. More money than was expected was spent on the
war and England searched for a way to replenish its financial
reserves. Seeking to not burden British citizens who were al-
ready paying high taxes, England decided to increase the taxes
that were paid by the colonists. This infuriated many citizens.
The Men Revolt: Historical Fiction
Do you know what bothers me the most? asked Nate
Johnston as he cleaned off his shovel. England does not even
care how these higher taxes affect us.
This is exactly why we want your help. We need everyday
farmers and young men to join us in creating an army to beat
the British, added Carl Sanders. The men cheered.

Common Core Standard RI.9 Compare and Contrast Portrayals
1. How does the informational text differ from the historical fiction
portrayal of events?
a. The fictional version of events is shorter.
b. The fictional version may contain a greater number of details
than the informational version.
c. This fictional portrayal might not be as accurate as the
informational text version.
Common Core Standard RI.10 Text Complexity
2. The author states England searched for a way to replenish
its financial resources. What is the author trying to say?
a. England did not have much money left.
b. England was being greedy for more money.
c. England believed the French were at fault.

Tuesday Strategies for Evaluating Arguments: Common Core Standard RI.9

When you read informational text, it is important to evaluate an argument and specific claims in a text. In other words,
decide if an author fully explains his or her ideas and supplies adequate support. For example, if a writer states, Apples are
terrible for people to eat several facts, statistics, research, or other data should be supplied to back up this claim. Instead of
fully supporting ideas, some authors simply reword the claim. For example, Apples are terrible for people to eat. This is just a
bad fruit does not give any reasons to elaborate about this idea. As you read informational text, determine whether or not the
writer fully explains his or her thinking. Identify the type of support that is given to support a claim.
Common Core Standard RI.2 Main Idea Common Core Standard RI.1 Details
1. Which answer choice states the main idea of this text? 2. What is one common error some writers make when they
a. Look to determine if an author fully supports stated ideas. are making an argument?
b. Rewording information is the most common type of error.
c. A detail is the main idea of a claim by a speaker.

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Wednesday
Claim 1: 3D Printers Should Be Against the Law
The idea of having 3D printers in which someone could use a
printer to print anything that they want is terrifying. I believe
these printers should be against the law. What if these tools get
into the hands of criminals? Criminals could get to these
printers eventually. In summary, 3D printers should be against
the law.
Common Core Standard RI.8 Trace an Argument
1. Reread Claim 1. Did the writer fully defend his or her
ideas and use sound reasoning? Explain.
Thursday
England in the 1700s: Historical Fiction
Again I say, the king of England has all sovereign authority
and can dictate the land here as well as in the New World,
stated Bishop Peter.
This is why I shall not tolerate any type of disobedience. Send
the soldiers. We will force the people in the New World to pay
taxes, replied King George III.
Common Core Standard RI.8 Trace an Argument
1. Based on the information provided in the informational text,
why was it risky to bring a complaint to King George III?
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Claim 2: 3D Printers Should Be Allowed
The idea that objects that we use everyday could be printed
at home using a special printer is exciting and could save lives.
I read that some 3D printers are able to print kidneys and other
organs for the body. This technology could save so many lives
by providing people with the organs that they need. Many peo-
ple each year wait for organs. Some never receive them. This
printer could eliminate so much suffering and help families.
Common Core Standard RI.9 Compare and Contrast Portrayals
2. Compare and contrast how each author presented ideas about
3D printers. Explain.
England in the 1700s: Informational Text
The British empire acquired so much control over the citizens
in England and abroad that the thought of questioning the
dictates and laws of the king strongly angered him. During the
hundreds of years of monarchy rule in England, kings were
granted unquestioned authority. Disagreeing with him and the
British Parliament could cost someone their freedom or life.
Common Core Standard RI.10 Text Complexity
2. Reread the historical fiction version passage. This is why I
shall not tolerate any type of disobedience. In this statement,
what is the speaker actually trying to say?
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Friday Cell Phone Technology in Schools
In the rapidly changing world, the method humans use to communicate has radically changed over the years. Whereas
years ago people communicated through mail, landline telephones, or fax machines, communication can be done today through
emails, cell phones, text messages, and instant messaging. This has raised the issue about how students should be able to
communicate in schools.
Across the nation, school districts have tried to sort out this issue and have tried to develop policies about cell phone use
in schools. This form of technology can be beneficial. Cell phones can be used to store notes which in turn saves paper. In
fact many cell phones have the capability of transforming verbal information into written notes. This can be helpful for students
that have auditory impairments. Opponents of cell phone use in schools see the issue quite differently. They believe that cell
phones can be distracting. Supporters believe the benefits of cell phones such as the integration of technology with education
and the ability to use it to instruct students far outweigh any potential disadvantages.

Common Core Standard RI.8 Trace an Argument

1. What claim does the author make? Is this claim fully supported?
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Common Core Standard RI.10 Text Complexity

2. Why do some opponents dislike the idea of cell phone use in schools?___________________________________________

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Standards Covered This Week Overall Friday Review Progress

RI.1 Details
RI.2 Main Idea ____/2 Correct
RI.8 Trace an Argument
RI.9 Compare and Contrast Portrayals
RI.10 Text Complexity

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