English Learners

When you learn new words, try to group them with other words used in a similar context. Mind maps are good for this.

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• Listening for gist

• Listening for details

• Inferring meaning

• Predicting content

• Detecting signposts

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.10

CCSS.RI.11-12.10

CCSS.RI.8.10

CCSS.RL.8.10

CCSS.RL.9-10.10

In your notebook, group signpost phrases according to their functions, and continue to add new expressions as you come across them.

• Listening for gist

• Listening for details

• Inferring meaning

• Predicting content

• Detecting signposts

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.10

CCSS.RI.8.10

CCSS.RL.11-12.10

CCSS.RL.8.10

CCSS.RL.9-10.10

If you are taking a test, as soon as you get the question paper, skim through the questions, underline the important words and decide what kind of detail you need to identify in the listening text.

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• Listening for gist

• Listening for details

• Inferring meaning

• Predicting content

• Detecting signposts

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.10

CCSS.RI.7.10

CCSS.RI.8.10

CCSS.RL.8.10

CCSS.RL.9-10.10

The next time you hear a word you don't understand, try to guess its meaning using the context or situation to help you. But don't worry if you don't get it the first time. As with everything in life, the more you practise, the better you will get.

This is the tip for ...

• Listening for gist

• Listening for details

• Inferring meaning

• Predicting content

• Detecting signposts

Tags

CCSS.RI. 9-10.10

CCSS.RI.7.10

CCSS.RI.8.10

CCSS.RL.8.10

CCSS.RL.9-10.10

Which words are used to express an "opinion"

• produced, made

• believe, should

• took, had

• fact, true

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CCSS.RL.11-12.6

I feel (a)   ! I am ready for ​ (b)   .

• hungry

• lunch

• happy

• breakfast

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CCSS.RF.3.3B

CCSS.RF.3.3C

CCSS.RF.3.3D

CCSS.RF.4.3A

CCSS.RF.5.3A

Which of the following is a tip for improving vocabulary for English learners?

• A) Listening to music

• B) Reading extensively

• C) Watching movies

• D) Speaking with friends

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.10

CCSS.RI.8.10

CCSS.RL.7.10

CCSS.RL.8.10

CCSS.RL.9-10.10

What is the primary purpose of using mind maps for English learners?

• A) To improve handwriting

• B) To organize vocabulary

• C) To practice pronunciation

• D) To enhance listening skills

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CCSS.L.1.5A

CCSS.L.1.5B

CCSS.L.K.5A

In English grammar, which of the following is a correct sentence structure?

• A) She go to school.

• B) She goes to school.

• C) She going to school.

• D) She gone to school.

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CCSS.L.3.1E

CCSS.L.4.1B

CCSS.L.5.1.B-D

CCSS.L.5.1C

CCSS.L.5.1D

Which of the following words is a synonym for 'happy'?

• A) Sad

• B) Angry

• C) Joyful

• D) Tired

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CCSS.L.11-12.4A

CCSS.L.7.4A

CCSS.L.7.5B

CCSS.L.8.4A

CCSS.L.9-10.4A