10.31- Bell-ringer and Activity

Bell-ringer: Write the sentences and then define the underlined words using context clues and prior knowledge.

1. The dauntless dingo laughed in the face of fear.

2. Her debut performance was so incredible that no one believed it was her first show.

3. Wearing hats will be difficult for Marie now that she is decapitated.

4. The student deceived the teacher with an essay found online.

5. Dr. Stein’s accidental explosion decimated half of his lab.

Descriptive Sentences

Directions: Rework the boring sentences below creating sentences that use sensory details and create vivid pictures. 

Ex: Jeanie went to the finish line and won the race.
With burning calves and aching lungs, Jeanie emerged from the mess of tangled feet and thrown elbows to win the race.

1.     Dwight walked slowly down the hallway.

2.     “It’s your turn to wash the dishes!” Sandy said to her sister.

3.     Tina angrily took the diary from her brother.

4.     “Go to sleep, my little angel,” the new mother said to her baby.

5.     The fans cheered for the home team.

6.     There are nice tomatoes for sale today.

7.     The bride looked pretty in her wedding dress.