Vocabulary Words

Below are all of our vocabulary words and the Quizlet link. 

https://quizlet.com/_3doa9o

1. Vindicated: (Verb) clear (someone) of blame or suspicion

2. Nodus: (Noun) a difficult or intricate point, situation, plot


3. Nonchalant: (Adj) feeling or appearing casually calm and relaxed

4. Vilipend: (Verb) regard as worthless or of little value

5. Reconciliation:(Noun) the restoration of friendly relations; an agreement after an argument 

6. Flabbergast: (Verb) surprise (someone) greatly; astonish

7. Inconsequential: (Adj) not important or significant

8. Abrasive: (Adj) overly aggressive 

9. Feeble: (Adj) lacking physical strength

10. Unfathomable: (Adj) incapable of being fully explored or understood

11. Elaborate: (Verb) Go further into detail; expand 

12. Inconspicuous: (Adj) not clearly visible or attracting attention

13. Frank: (Adj) open, honest, and direct in speech or writing

14. Altercation: (Noun)  noisy argument or disagreement

15. Inevitable: (Adj) certain to happen; unavoidable

16. Cynical: (Adj) concerned only with one's own interests and typically disregarding accepted or appropriate standards in order to achieve them

17. Parched: (Adj) dried out with heat; extremely thirsty 

18. Havoc: (Noun) widespread destruction

19. Novice: (Noun) a person new to or inexperienced in a field or situation

20. Serene: (Adj) calm, peaceful, and untroubled; tranquil

21. Rebuke: (Verb) express sharp disapproval or criticism

22. Elude: (Verb) evade or escape from (a danger, enemy, or pursuer), typically in a skillful or cunning way

23. Debacle: (Noun) a sudden and ignominious failure

24. Divergent: (Adj) tending to be different

25. Congregation: (Noun) a gathering or collection of people, animals, or things

26. Integrity: (Noun) the quality of being honest and having strong moral principles

27. Mundane: (Adj) lacking interest or excitement; dull

28. Tenacious: (Adj) tending to keep a firm hold of something; clinging or adhering closely; Stubborn 

29. Vague: (Adj) of uncertain, indefinite, or unclear character or meaning

30. Concur: (Verb) be of the same opinion; agree

31. Incompatible: (Adj) (of two things) so opposed in character as to be incapable of existing together

32. Jubilation: (Noun) a feeling of great happiness and triumph

33. Scrutinize: (Verb) examine or inspect closely and thoroughly

34. Prudent: (Adj) acting with or showing care and thought for the future

35. Advocate: (Noun) a person who publicly supports or recommends a particular cause or policy

    - Advocate: (Verb) publicly recommend or support

36. Relentless: (Adj) oppressively constant

37. Fickle: (Adj) changing frequently

38. Decipher: (Verb) convert (a text written in code, or a coded signal) into normal language

39. Abstain: (Verb) restrain oneself from doing or enjoying something

40. Coy: (Adj) Shy 

41. Oblivious: (Adj) not aware of or not concerned about what is happening around one

42. Diligent: (Adj) hard-working and having or showing care in ones work

43. Conform: (Verb) comply with rules, standards, or laws

44. Condescending: (Adj) having or showing a feeling of superiority 

45. Pretentious: (Adj) attempting to impress by affecting greater importance, talent, culture, etc., than is actually possessed

46. Eclectic: (Adj)  having ideas, style, or taste from a broad and diverse range of sources

47. Grotesque: (Adj) comically or repulsively ugly or distorted

48. Elusive: (Adj) difficult to find, catch, or achieve

49. Eerie: (Adj) strange and frightening; werid 

50. Prolific: (Adj) present in large numbers or quantities; plentiful

51. Dilapidated: (Adj) in a state of disrepair or ruin

52. Notorious: (Adj) famous or well known, typically for some bad quality or deed

53. Puerile: (Adj) childish

54. Reciprocate: (Verb) respond to (a gesture or action) by making a corresponding one

55. Baffle: (Verb) totally bewilder or perplex; to confuse 

56. Discreet: (Adj) careful and circumspect in one's speech or actions, especially in order to avoid causing offense or to gain an advantage

57. Emulate: (Verb) imitate; copy 

6th Six Weeks - Week 3

Hey Falcons!

The year just keeps going by faster and faster as the weeks roll by it seems. I am very pleased with the work you all have been putting in these last couple of weeks with the High School material! We will continue working with High School Material editing and revising and start working on essays again.


Here is our week in a glance:

Monday: Journal/Flashcard working day. 
Tuesday: Introductions
Wednesday: Body Paragraphs
Thursday: Body Paragraphs
Friday: Mini Common Assessment 

Let's Have a GREAT week! 

Thesis Statments

Here is the link for the Powerpoint we saw in class today! 

Remember, a video is also attached to the powerpoint. The video is located on slide 14! 

https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1qu0l2MTwCh7ji1T9VehZ-a3KOG4n3nHxjoECVru2J3M/edit?usp=sharing

Here are a couple more resources for you to use for writing a Thesis Statement. 

http://www.cws.illinois.edu/workshop/writers/tips/thesis/

https://owl.english.purdue.edu/owl/resource/545/01/

http://writingcenter.unc.edu/handouts/thesis-statements/

6th Six Weeks - Week 2

Hey 8th Grade Falcons!

How are we already in the second week of the LAST 6 Weeks of the year! Time flies by when you are having fun! This week we only have a 4 day week, so it is important that we start alert and proactive in ALL of our classes this week! We will now start to write on the STAAR lined paper to start preparing for next year!

Below is our week in a glance: 

Monday: NO SCHOOL

Tuesday: Thesis Statements 

Wednesday: Introduction Paragraph

Thursday: Body Paragraph 1 

Friday: Body Paragraph 2

Let's have a GREAT WEEK! 

Semicolons

Below is the link to the power point we saw in class today. The video we saw in class today is already in the power point slides. It will be located on slide 7.

https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1D6yXS6-sl4NyJMRxxsFAnHDyFHuxb5wD6szTBHU9DRA/edit?usp=sharing

Subject Verb Agreement

Here is the power point that we saw in class today!

https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1kL5MjcBJVWZCcCnRs0ihygBw0AQKN-1Fs59eIIqCv3I/edit?usp=sharing

Here is the video that we saw in class today!

6th Six Weeks - 1st Week

The end is soon near! We have about 6 weeks left in school and it is imperative that you all put your 100% effort in every minute that we have. Before you know it, the year will go by and summer will be greeting us..

 As a reminder, there is no school this Friday! 

Below is our week in a glance: 

Monday: Subject Verb Agreement
Tuesday: Semicolons 
Wednesday: Editing and Revising 
Thursday: Writing Activity 
Friday: NO SCHOOL