8.21-Bell-ringer and Activity

Bell-Ringer

Directions: Write the sentences; then, define the underlined words using context clues and your prior knowledge.

1.     Because of her abhorrence of snakes, Linda hated going to the reptile hut.

2.     Thankfully, Mr. Gregory acceded with the proposal for more recess time.

3.     Please affix your buckle before the aircraft begins its journey into the sky.

4.     With her new disguise, Felicity will now be called by her alias, Fredrick.

5.     The amity between the two boys started when the one gave the other his favorite pudding.

Your Name Meaning

Now that you have researched the history of names, it is now time to figure out the meaning of your name (first, middle, and last… hopefully). The question below will help guide you as you research the meaning and history of your name.  Use www.behindthename.com for many of your answers. Your answers for this assignment DO NOT have to be complete sentences--but make them complete enough.

1. What is the meaning of your first name? Middle name(s)? Find a creative way to put the different meanings together. If you cannot find your name, then try to find a name that is either a variant of your name or a name that is close to your name. Be prepared for this to take you down a long and windy road.
2. What is the origin of your names (first and middle[s])? Basically, from what country did your name first originate?
3. What is the meaning of your last name? This one may require more research.
4. From where did your last name originate?
5. Who are some notable people from the past (and present) and literary characters (from books, movies, plays, etc.) who share a name with you? Describe who some of these people were.

Identity Project Cover Sheet

Create a cover sheet for the identity project that we will be completing throughout the school year. On the front of your white printer paper (which Mr. Spivy has), Write your full name (first, middle, and last). Then, draw a pictorial representation of what your name means. This should be neat, colorful, and portrait (up and down) orientation. Do not leave a lot of negative (blank) space on your cover sheet. On the back, write a two sentence explanation of what you drew on the front and why you drew it. Explain what each of your names means.