8th Grade ELA Overview

What is one of the items you need to bring to class according to the 'What You Will Need' section?

• Calculator

• Binder with dividers

• Laptop

• Textbook

According to the 'Grading Weights' section, what percentage of your grade is based on Tests/Projects/Essays?

• 10%

• 20%

• 30%

• 40%

Which of the following is NOT part of the daily schedule?

• SSR

• Math

• Grammar

• Reading/Writing

What is the goal of the Wordly Wise 3000 vocabulary program?

• To enhance students' vocabulary acquisition and comprehension skills

• To teach advanced grammar

• To improve mathematical skills

• To focus on historical events.

Which grammatical skills will be taught using mentor sentences, revision exercises, interactive programs, and games?

• Vocabulary

• Parts of Speech, Punctuation, and Structure

• Mathematics

• Science

What is the consequence of using AI to produce work that needs to be done by the student?

• Extra credit

• A zero and possible disciplinary action

• A reward

• A scholarship

What is the age range of young adult novels available in the classroom library?

• 10-15

• 10-18

• 12-20

• 15-18

Do parents need to give permission for students to choose their own novel for SSR?

• Yes

• No

What is emphasized as important for a successful school year?

• Strict rules

• Open communication

• High grades

• Extra homework

Plagiarism can earn you a ________ and/or ______________.

• disciplinary action

• extra credit

• higher grade

• zero