Homework

This morning we went to the library.

We began writing an essay about the Thirteen Colonies from our notes.  Some people found they still need to do some more research.  Others had trouble deciding how to order the information.  We will continue tomorrow.

Tickets for Saturday’s Carnival went home today.  You can also buy them on the day.

 

Homework

1.  Read for at least 30 minutes every day and record in your log.
2.  Write ten new words in sentences.  These words will be chosen from the ones we learned in class.  Also, write 5 new words from your own reading and their definitions.  Due Friday.
3.  No spelling words this week.
4.  Use Khan Academy for a total of an hour over the week.
5.  Challenge: Complete your Science Fair poster.  Ask Mr. Sharp or I if you have any questions about what to do.  We will ask how you are going during the week.  It is due on Tuesday 7th.

 

Vocabulary

He pledged to endure any privations on the expedition.

Horse manure was the sole fertilizer used to supplement the soil.

The British started to enforce taxes.  Some Americans thought it was interference so they started a boycott.  They also signed petitions and tried to compromise.  Finally they started a revolution to win their liberty.

The Americans fought for independence.  There was a skirmish.  The English were forced to retreat until reinforcements arrived.

Both those loyal to the English and those opposed to them published pamphlets to further their cause.