ORB Blog #6: Using proof from the story to support your answers, answer the questions below in at least ONE sentence.
1. On page 172, Meg gets angry and upset when she looks at her mother on Earth in the Medium’s crystal ball. WHAT does Meg tell the Medium to explain WHY seeing these images are actually a positive thing? DELETE THIS AND TYPE YOUR RESPONSE HERE. 2. Make an inference: In this chapter Mrs. Whatsit tells Charles that he needs to remember that he does not know everything (p. 179). WHY do you think it was so important for Charles to hear this message? DELETE THIS AND TYPE YOUR RESPONSE HERE. 3. Make a connection: On page 199, Calvin grabs Charles to prevent him from going into the tall shiny building, because he feels that, “If we go into that building, we’re going to be in terrible danger.” WHAT would you do if it was you? WOULD you go into the building? WHY or WHY NOT?
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ORB Blog #7: Please copy and paste your ANSWERS ONLY from YOUR Blog sheet into the comments box. Make sure to hit "submit" and only use initials or first name.
1. At the end of Chapter 36, Moose’s parents receive the call that they have been waiting for. WHO did they receive a call from? WHAT was the call about? WHAT decision has been made? 2. At the end of Chapter 38, Piper asks Moose if he and his family are moving back to Santa Monica. WHY do you think Piper is asking this question? HOW do you think she feels about Moose now and WHY? 3. HOW does the book end? Are you surprised by the ending? WHY or WHY not? ORB Blog #5: Write a summary of what you have just read that is at least FOUR complete sentences long. Remember that a summary should include WHO, WHAT, WHERE, WHEN, and WHY?
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1. At the end of Chapter 26, we discover more about what “105” means. WHO is “105?” WHY is this character important to Natalie? WHAT does he do for Moose? 2. Chapter 30 ends with a significant event. WHAT happens at the end of Chapter 30 and WHY is it such a breakthrough? 3. In Chapter 34 Moose’s mother invites Piper to Natalie’s birthday party, but says “no” when Piper suggests inviting some other kids. WHY do you think Moose’s mom says “no” at first and then changes her mind? Use PROOF from the text to support your answer. ORB BLog #4: Please copy and paste your ANSWERS ONLY from YOUR Blog sheet into the comments box. Make sure to hit "submit" and only use initials or first name.
1. In Chapter 16, some of Piper’s customers are not pleased with the laundry service. Do you think Piper’s business will last? WHY or WHY NOT? 2. At the end of Chapter 19, the kids are called into the Warden’s office to talk with him. Do you think Piper will get in trouble with her father? WHY or WHY NOT? 3. What do you think the quote, “Let the punishment fit the crime,” means? At the end of Chapter 20, Moose’s father takes away his baseball equipment. Do you think this punishment fit Moose’s crime and WHY? ORB Blog #4: Using proof from the story to support your answers, answer each question below in at least ONE sentence.
1. Where does Mrs. Which, Mrs. Whatsit, and Mrs. Who take Calvin, Meg, and Charles? DELETE THIS AND TYPE YOUR RESPONSE HERE. 2. HOW do they get there? WHY is the way they traveled there so shocking to Meg? DELETE THIS AND TYPE YOUR RESPONSE HERE. 3. On page 115, Mrs. Whatsit explains that the Murray children’s father is only ONE reason why they are on this journey. Make a prediction as to what may be ANOTHER reason they are on this adventure? DELETE THIS AND TYPE YOUR RESPONSE HERE. 4. On page 123, Meg asks Mrs. Whatsit to explain what the other winged centaurs are singing and Mrs. Whatsit asks Charles if he knows what they are saying. WHY do you think Charles might understand what they are singing? DELETE THIS AND TYPE YOUR RESPONSE HERE. ORB Blog #3: Write a summary of what you have just read that is at least FOUR complete sentences long. Remember that a summary should include WHO, WHAT, WHERE, WHEN, and WHY?
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1. In Chapter 10, Moose is told by Mr. Purdy that Natalie cannot stay at The Esther P. Marinoff School. What do you think Natalie did to get sent home and WHY? 2. (Chapter 11) Who is Mrs. Kelly? Do you think she will be able to help Natalie? WHY or WHY NOT? 3. (Chapter 12) Make a prediction… Do you think Piper and her crew will get into trouble over the laundry business? WHY or WHY NOT? 4. In Chapter 13, Moose’s mother tells him that he will need to watch Natalie after school on Mondays. Do you think it’s fair that Moose has to change his plans in order to take care of Natalie? WHY or WHY NOT? ORB Blog #2: Write a summary of what you have just read that is at least FOUR complete sentences long. Remember that a summary should include WHO, WHAT, WHERE, WHEN, and WHY?
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1. In Chapter 5, Moose’s dad tells him that the Warden would like to speak with him. WHY do you think the Warden wants to meet with Moose? 2. Do you think the rules on Alcatraz are too harsh? WHY or WHY NOT? 3. At the end of Chapter 7, Piper asks Moose to help her with her “project.” Will Moose agree to work with her? WHY or WHY NOT? |
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