Week 18: Finals Review Week
Finals Review Week:
Exam Scope Notice:
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Listening (6
/ 11 Wednesday) |
Period 7 |
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Oral (6 / 10 Tuesday) |
Period 2&3&4 (Tuesday) |
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Written (6 / 17 Tuesday) |
Period 2 |
Dear Grade 4 Students
and Parents,
The Final exam is approaching, and it is important
to be well-prepared. Below is a detailed outline of the topics and skills that
will be tested.
Reading Street Stories and Readers and
Writers Notebook
The following stories from our Reading Street
curriculum will be included in the exam:
1.
Coyote School News p. 202-219 RWN
p.120-130
2.
The Man Who Named the Clouds p.
322-335 RWN p.178-188
3.
Adelina’s Whales p. 350-362 RWN p.189-199
Be sure to review each story thoroughly, including
its key elements, vocabulary, and comprehension questions.
Vocabulary
The exam will cover all vocabulary words from Week
#12 to Week #17. Week #18 words will not be tested.
For each word, you must know:
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Spelling&Phonics
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Definitions and Matching
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Usage in sentences
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Recognition of the word in a reading
passage or by picture.
It is important to be familiar with each word and
its meaning, as well as how to use it correctly in sentences.
Grammar
The exam will cover all grammar from the RWN from Weeks
#12 to Week #17. You must know:
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l Regular
and Irregular Nouns |
l Word
Endings –ed, -ing |
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l Action
and Linking Verbs |
l Context
Clues |
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l Homophones
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l Multipule Meaning Words
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Story Comprehension
Each of the three stories mentioned will be tested
for comprehension. You will be asked to demonstrate your understanding of the
following aspects:
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Main Characters
Be able to identify the main characters in each story and their roles.
Understand the relationships between the characters and their importance to the
story.
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Story Genre
Know the genre of each story (e.g., biography, fiction, realistic fiction,
folktale, etc.) and understand the characteristics that define it.
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Knowledge of the Story
There will be questions on specific details from the stories. Be familiar with:
Key events
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Lessons or morals
learned from the stories
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The problems and solutions
faced by the characters
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The setting and how it affects
the story
Exam Format
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Multiple Choice:
Vocabulary recognition, story comprehension, and sequencing.
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Fill in the Blanks:
Spelling and sentence usage of vocabulary words.
Short Answer: Definitions and questions about the main characters and story details
Vocabulary (that will be covered in the exam) :
Week 12 – The Man Who Named the Clouds
Reading Street Weekly Vocabulary 本週單字進度表
1 apprentice n. : a person who learns a job by working with someone skilled.
2 atmosphere n. : the layer of air around the Earth.
3 chemical n. : substances used in science or to make things.
4 club n. : a group of people who meet to do something they enjoy.
5 essay n. : a short piece of writing about a topic.
6 manufacturing n. : the process of making things in factories.
7 pressure n. : the force of something pushing on something else.
8 scales n. : the small, flat pieces on a fish or reptile's skin.
9 feathery adj. : light, soft, and thin like a feather
10 journal n. : a notebook for writing thoughts, events, or ideas.
11 ironwork n. : things made from iron, like tools or fences
12 medicine n. : something used to treat sickness or pain.
13 theory n. : an idea or explanation about how something works.
14 predict v. : to say what will happen in the future.
15 hobby n. : something you enjoy doing in your free time.
16 accomplishment n. : things you have done well or achieved.
17 puffy adj. : soft, round, and full of air.
18 society n. : a group of people who live together and follow rules.
19 popular adj. : liked by many people.
20 mackerel n. : a type of fish found in the ocean.
Week 13 Vocab Definitions – The Man Who Named the Clouds
1
thermometer (n.): A tool used to measure how hot or cold something is.
2
temperature (n.): How hot or cold something is.
3
(rain) gauge (n.): A tool used to measure how much rain has fallen.
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barometer (n.): A tool used to measure air pressure.
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scientific (adj.): Related to science or using scientific methods.
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chemist (n.): A store where medicines are sold.
7
poisonous (adj.): Something that can harm or kill if touched or eaten.
8
instrument (n.): Tools used to do or measure something.
9
askesian (n.): A word describing self-discipline or training, from Greek origins.
10
experiment (n.): Tests done to learn about something or see how it works.
11
brainstorm (v.): To think of ideas or solutions as a group.
12
astronomy (n.): The study of stars, planets, and space.
13
electricity (n.): A form of energy used to power things like lights and machines.
14
classify (v.): To put things into groups based on shared qualities.
15
cirrus (n.): Thin, wispy clouds found high in the sky.
16
cumulus (n.): Big, fluffy clouds that look like cotton balls.
17
stratus (n.): Flat, gray clouds that cover the sky like a blanket.
18
nimbus (n.): Dark clouds that bring rain.
19
empire (n.): A large group of countries or areas controlled by one ruler.
20
influence (n.): The power to change how someone thinks or acts.
Week 16 Vocab Definitions – Coyote School News
1
coyote (n.): A wild animal like a small wolf that lives in North America.
2
bawling (v.): Crying loudly.
3
dude (n.): A person from the city, often dressed like a cowboy.
4
roundup (n.): Bringing cattle together in one place.
5
spur (n.): Metal points on boots used to make a horse move.
6
tattletale (n.): A person who tells on others to get them in trouble.
7
tío (n.): The Spanish word for "uncle."
8
patron (n.): A person who gives money or support to someone.
9
saint (n.): Someone who is very kind or good.
10
cattle (n.): A group of cows.
11
vaquero (n.): The Spanish word for "cowboys."
12
ranch (n.): A large farm where cattle or horses are raised.
13
choice (n.): Picking one thing instead of another.
14
squeeze (v.): To press something tightly.
15
sardine (n.): Small fish that are often packed in cans for eating.
16
tire (n.): The rubber part of a wheel.
17
pinch (v.): To press or squeeze something between your fingers.
18
tease (v.): To make fun of someone in a playful or mean way.
19
mesquite (n.): A type of bush or small tree that grows in the desert.
20
mile (n.): A unit used to measure distance.
Week 17 Vocab Definitions – Coyote School News
1
stencil (n.): A tool with cut-out shapes used to paint or draw designs.
2
mimeograph (n.): A machine used to make copies of papers.
3
ceiling (n.): The top inside part of a room.
4
laundry (n.): Clothes that need to be washed or have just been washed.
5
nag (v.): To complain or ask someone to do something again and again.
6
sack (n.): A large bag made of cloth, paper, or plastic.
7
inspection (n.): A careful look at something to check for problems.
8
swollen (adj.): Bigger than normal, often because of an injury.
9
hiss (n.): A long "s" sound, like a snake or a whispering sound.
10
wrist (n.): The joint that connects your hand to your arm.
11
cast (n.): A hard cover to protect a broken bone.
12
plaster (n.): A sticky bandage or material used to cover small injuries.
13
buckle (n.): A metal fastener used to secure belts or straps.
14
secret (n.): Something you don’t tell other people.
15
jerk (v.): To pull or push something quickly and suddenly.
16
lassoed (v.): To catch something using a rope with a loop.
17
branding (n.): Marking an animal with a hot iron to show who owns it.
18
saddle (n.): A seat used for riding a horse.
19
get married (phr. v.): To become husband and wife.
20
calves (n.): Young cows or bulls.
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Week 18 |
Homework 回家功課 |
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Monday June 9th |
1. Review Worksheet-Monday |
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Tuesday June 10th |
1. Review Worksheet-Tuesday |
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Wednesday June 11th |
1. Review Worksheet-Wednesday |
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Thursday June 12th |
1. Review Worksheet-Thursday | |
Friday June 13th |
1. Review Worksheet-Friday 2. Finish all old homework: Worksheets, Vocabulary Writing, Reading Homework, Sensay, Savvas, etc. | |
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