NYS Common Core 7th Grade ELA Module 2, Unit 2

1. DO NOW
Entry Task - speech!
• Look at Paragraph # 18-19
• Re-read …today’s test is on these!

2. Lyddie
Definitions
Tough words (pg. # 18-19):
cruel hoax: making someone believe
something that isn’t true in a mean-spirited
way (line 132)
peon: someone who works as a slave to pay
back debts; who doesn’t matter (line 135)

3. Lyddie
Definitions
Tough words (pg. # 18-19):
bargain in good faith: discussions between
bosses and employees where each has an
equal voice (line 139)
exaggerations: statements that make
something seem worse/bigger than it is
(line 143)

4. Lyddie
Learning Objectives
I can determine one of Chávez’s main claims
and identify the supporting evidence for it.
I can analyze the development of a central
claim in the speech.
I can analyze the structure of the speech
and explain how each section contributes to
his central claim.

5. Lyddie
Agents of Change
UNIONS – changes since 1800s
1930s, laws passed to protect unions
•
Workers allowed for form unions, and can’t be
threatened for doing it.
•
Workers have right to have union represent
them. Union will negotiate contracts with
employers.
•
Contract is legal document that both sides must
follow. (hours, compensation, conditions, etc.)

6. Entry Task - speech!
• ONLY on Paragraphs # 18-19
• Use the speech as you take the test
• Re-read your gist notes to help you focus

7. Lyddie
Homework
When finish the test & Homework!
• Add to Structure Anchor Chart: pg. 16-21
(Main Claim & Connection)
• Independent Reading Book (15-20 min)