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Mon., 30 April: Vocab test & Odyssey studying



Today I will:
~Define vocabulary terms as used in the context of The Odyssey by completing a test
~Summarize key plot elements and identify characters from The Odyssey by playing a review Kahoot

 Agenda:
~5-7 minutes to study vocab. Use your flashcards, quizlet, etc.
~Vocabulary test via Illuminate
~When you finish the test, show Ms. Wright your completed review sheet (20 pts)
~Kahoot!

 Homework:
~Be ready to rock the test tomorrow.
~Kahoot challenge posted to Classroom!
~Click for a link to some question-type practice: STUDY!
~Want to re-read "Siren Song" by Margaret Atwood? Click here

~Missing the "Where I'm From" poem/blog post? Here are the directions again: https://docs.google.com/document/d/13sLBpF1t4Uctli5qiwwYivySyfjchYwZUtB1EiRJmWo/edit?usp=sharing

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