New+SAT+Class+June+1+2015

=Homework for Wednesday, June 17th (due Thursday, June 18th)= Four options! You must choose at least one, but you may do more if you wish.

__**Option 1—Reading**__

You will need to print Section 1 of the SAT Practice Test #4 from the College Board website. https://collegereadiness.collegeboard.org/sat/practice/full-length-practice-tests

For the third passage (the one by Emily Anthes), do the following:

1) **__Index the passage__** before you read it. This means you visit the questions first and perform the following tasks: (a) For the Evidence-Based Pairs, simply draw a line connecting the two questions so you will know they are connected when you face them. (b) For all other items with line-number references, write the question numbers beside the line number(s) to which the questions refer. 2) Read the unnumbered introduction. 3) Then read the passage. As you do, **__underline the 10%-15% of the text you think is “important.”__** If you were afterwards to read only the underlined 10%-15%, you would understand pretty well what the author’s main point/claim is, and you would be able to trace the reasoning the author uses to develop that main point/claim. 4) Use the indexing and the Rule of Five Lines to answer the specific items along the way.

The Rule of Five Lines: (a) If a question’s line-number reference range is longer than five lines, you will find the best evidence for the right answer within the line-number range about 95% of the time; (b) If a question’s line-number reference range is shorter than five lines, you will find the best evidence for the right answer about 95% of the time by extending up five lines and down five lines from the line-number reference.

When you get within five lines of an indexed item, break away from the passage to see from the question what you will hunt for at this point. Do not read the answers yet. Read from five lines above the line-number reference to five lines below, and try your best to anticipate the answer that will appear in the correct answer choice from what you just read. Then return to the question to engage in Process of Elimination (#5 below). Answer the question, and return to the passage to pick up where you left off. 5) Show evidence of Process of Elimination. **__Cross out the words that make the wrong answer choices wrong.__** Do not simply cross through every word in every answer choice. Hunt for just those words that invalidate an answer. 6) **__Answer the questions.__** 7) **__Put a big old star beside any items for which you felt less than 85% secure.__** 8) **__Write__** at the bottom of the page any new or unfamiliar **__words you would like to know more about.__**

For the other passages, you may omit steps 1 and 4 above, but you must do 2, 3, 5, 6, 7, and 8.

__**Option 2—Math**__

You will need the Math pages distributed last Thursday.

1) Choose one: (A) Both without-calculator sections (Section 3, pages 1-5 AND Section 3, pages 17-21), or (B) The remaining with-calculator section (Section 4, pages 6-16). 2) For either (A) or (B), **__SHOW ALL YOUR WORK__** as you answer as many items as you can. Consider trying something, even when you are not sure you are headed in a useful direction. Usually what you CAN do is what you SHOULD do to solve a problem. 3) **__Answer the questions.__** 4) **__Put a big old star beside any items for which you felt less than 85% secure.__** 5) **__Write__** at the bottom of the page any new or unfamiliar **__words you would like to know more about.__**

__**Option 3—Writing and Language**__

You will need to print Section 2 of the SAT Practice Test #4 from the College Board website. https://collegereadiness.collegeboard.org/sat/practice/full-length-practice-tests

1) **__Answer the questions.__** 2) For all the questions with introduction/instructions, **__underline the one or two words__** or phrases that reveal what the correct answer must be and/or do. 3) Select TEN items testing TEN different topics in writing or grammar. For each of the ten items on this section you selected (a) **__name the topic,__** and (b) **__write the page number and item number__** (it should look like this: **p. 36, #3**) of an item from another Writing section we have done that tests the exact same topic. 4) **__Put a big old star next to the items for which you feel less than 85% secure.__** 5) **__Write__** at the bottom of the page any new or unfamiliar **__words you would like to know more about.__**

__**Option 4—Essay**__

You will need to print Practice Essay #4 from the College Board website. https://collegereadiness.collegeboard.org/sat/practice/full-length-practice-tests

1) **__Draw two horizontal lines in the text,__** one halfway down the first page and another halfway down the second. When you write your essay, be sure to address text within each of your four divisions of the essay. 2) As you read the passage, **__underline the 10%-15% of the text you think is “important.”__** If you were afterwards to read only the underlined 10%-15%, you would understand pretty well what the author’s main point/claim is, and you would be able to trace the reasoning the author uses to develop that main point/claim. 3) Spend a few minutes to **__produce a quick organizer__** of your understanding and analysis. Use what works for you, but you must have some evidence of organization prior to and during your essay writing. 4) **__Write your essay.__** You must **__specifically cite or quote at least four portions of the passage__** as evidence as you explore WHAT the author’s central claim is, HOW the author supports and develops the central claim with evidence and reasoning, and WHY the author has chosen to support and develop the central claim in this particular way. = Homework for Tuesday, June 16th (Due Wednesday, June 17th) = = = You will need the new Math and Writing supplementary pages that were distributed Thursday, June 11th in class. = = YOU GET TO CHOOSE! Do one of the two assignments. Do both if you really want to.

__ Assignment Choice #1: Math: __Do the problems in section 4 beginning on page 22. Note: Question 1 of this section is all about John's running. __**Attempt to do something on as many problems as you can**__. Avoid leaving a problem completely blank if at all possible. You would be surprised what you can do if you make an attempt! __ **SHOW ALL YOUR WORK!** __ Of course, remember to do what was always do:
 * __**Put a big old star** __  next to the items for which you feel less than 85% secure.
 * __**List any words**__ you would like to know more about.
 * Remember to __**substitute numbers for letters**__ early and often.

__Assignment choice #2: Writing and Language:__ Do the items in section 2 beginning on page 64. = =
 * __**Do the section,**__ answering all 44 items.
 * For all the questions with introductions (they have instructions, as opposed to the items with four choices and no instructions), __**underline the one or two words or phrases that reveal what the correct answer must be and/or do.**__
 * __**Name at least 50% of the error types.**__ You may use the names provided for you as defined by the College Board, or you may use your own names, as long as they are technical and can be defined.
 * __**Put a big old star** __  next to the items for which you feel less than 85% secure.
 * __**List any words**__ you would like to know more about.

We are in the homestretch! That means we will soon be out of touch with you unless we have a current e-mail address for you. Check your e-mail for a message from Kathi to ensure we have your current address so we can send you updates after the class finishes. This is especially important this year, what with all the new information about the NEW SAT currently coming available. =See you tomorrow!= . = = = Homework for Monday, June 15th (Due Tuesday, June 16th) =

You will need the new Math and Writing supplementary pages that were distributed Thursday, June 11th in class.

__** If you were not in class on Thursday, you must e-mail robielearningcenter@gmail.com to obtain a copy or you will not be able to do the homework. **__

There is one part of this homework assignment:

Part 1) For the Writing and Language test that begins on page 50, perform the following:
 * __**Do the section,**__ answering all 44 items.
 * For all the questions with introductions (they have instructions, as opposed to the items with four choices and no instructions), __**underline the one or two words or phrases that reveal what the correct answer must be and/or do.**__
 * __**Name at least 50% of the error types.**__ You may use the names provided for you as defined by the College Board, or you may use your own names, as long as they are technical and can be defined.
 * __**Put a big old star** __  next to the items for which you feel less than 85% secure.
 * __**List any words**__ you would like to know more about.

Rough day for me in class today, but I felt just as unnerved by the Reading Sections at the beginning of Week 1 and by the Math sections at the beginning of Week 2. Writing will be no different. Today's big lesson? You do not have to start out perfect (or nearly perfect) to end perfect (or nearly perfect). Just go after the test relentlessly, and it will yield its patterns and secrets before long.

Blessings upon you! = Homework for Thursday, June 11th (Due Monday, June 15th) = = = You will need the new Math and Writing supplementary pages that were distributed Thursday, June 11th in class.

__** If you were not in class on Thursday, you must e-mail robielearningcenter@gmail.com to obtain a copy or you will not be able to do the homework. **__

= = There is one part of this homework assignment: = = Part 1) Do the section of Writing that begins on page 35. = = = = = = See you Monday! = Homework for Wednesday, June 10th (Due Thursday, June 11th) =  You will need the Math supplementary pages that were distributed last Thursday in class.  There is one part of this homework assignment:  Part 1) Do the 2nd section 4. Note: Question 1 of this section is all about Marilyn's Hike. __**Attempt to do something on as many problems as you can**__. Avoid leaving a problem completely blank if at all possible. You would be surprised what you can do if you make an attempt! __ **SHOW ALL YOUR WORK!** __ Of course, remember to do what was always do: Finally, identify three multiple-choice items as candidates for substituting your own numbers. Remember: Most items with variables in the question and in the answer choices are prime candidates for this very useful strategy. Attempt these three problems by substituting in your own numbers as I modeled in class today. Again, many former RLC students have said that this is by far the most powerful math skill they learned from us. See you tomorrow! = Homework for Tuesday, June 9th (Due Wednesday, June 10th) = = =
 * __**Put a big old star** __  next to the items for which you feel less than 85% secure.
 * <span style="background-color: #ffffff; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">__**List any words**__ you would like to know more about.
 * __<span style="font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">**Put a big old star** __<span style="font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"> next to the items for which you feel less than 85% secure.
 * <span style="background-color: #ffffff; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">__**List any words**__ you would like to know more about.

= = You will need the Math supplementary pages that were distributed last Thursday in class. = = = = = = There are two parts of this homework assignment: = = Part 1) Do the 1st section 3. Note: Question 1 of this section begins with the wording "If 5x + 6 = 10..." <span style="font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">__**Attempt to do something on as many problems as you can**__. Avoid leaving a problem completely blank if at all possible. You would be surprised what you can do if you make an attempt! __**SHOW ALL YOUR WORK!**__ <span style="font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Of course, remember to do what was always do:
 * __<span style="font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 10pt; line-height: 1.5;">**Put a big old star** __<span style="font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 10pt; line-height: 1.5;"> next to the items for which you feel less than 85% secure.
 * <span style="font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">__**List any words**__ you would like to know more about.

= = Part 2) Revisit last night's homework. Hunt for questions where substituting your own invented numbers in for variables is a good way to address the item. The typical give-away for these kinds of items: there are variables in the question, and there are variables in the answer choices. Try putting your own numbers in, and see whether you can solve problems that way

Many former RLC students have said that this is by far the most powerful math skill they learned from us. See you tomorrow! = Homework for Monday, June 8th (Due Tuesday, June 9th) =

You will need the Math supplementary pages that were distributed Thursday in class. __** If you were not in class on Thursday, you must e-mail robielearningcenter@gmail.com to obtain a copy or you will not be able to do the homework. **__

There are two parts of this homework assignment: Part 1) Do the 3rd section 3. Note: Question 1 of this section begins with the wording " Which of the following expressions is equal to 0 for some value of x?"

Part 2) Do the 3rd section 4. Note: Question 1 of this section begins with the wording " The monthly membership fee for an online television...."

<span style="font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">For both sections in this homework assignment, __**attempt to do something on as many problems as you can**__. Avoid leaving a problem completely blank if at all possible. You would be surprised what you can do if you make an attempt!

__**SHOW ALL YOUR WORK!**__

<span style="font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Of course, remember to do what was always do: = Homework for Thursday, June 4th (Due Monday, June 8th) = = = You will need the Math supplementary pages that were distributed Thursday in class. __** If you were not in class on Thursday, you must e-mail robielearningcenter@gmail.com to obtain a copy or you will not be able to do the homework. **__
 * <span style="font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">__**Put a big old star**__ next to the items for which you feel less than 85% secure.
 * <span style="font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">__**List any words**__ you would like to know more about.

There are two parts of this homework assignment: Part 1) Complete the section 3 we had begun in class today. Reminder: Question 1 of this section begins with the wording "A painter will paint //n// walls..." Part 2) Do all of the problems in the first Section 4 of the Math supplementary sections. Reminder: Question 1 of this section begins with the wording "A musician has a new song..." = = = = <span style="font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">For both sections in this homework assignment, attempt to do something on as many problems as you can. Avoid leaving a problem completely blank if at all possible. You would be surprised what you can do if you make an attempt!

<span style="font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Of course, remember to do what was always do: = =
 * <span style="font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">__**Put a big old star**__ next to the items for which you feel less than 85% secure.
 * <span style="font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">__**List any words**__ you would like to know more about.

= =

Have a great weekend! I have thoroughly enjoyed working with you this first week!
= Homework for Wednesday, June 3rd (Due Thursday, June 4th) =

You will need the Black 3-Ring Binder, specifically the second Reading Test (the one that is 60 minutes, 47 questions) and a separate <span style="font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">sheet of paper.

<span style="font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">For the last two passages (pp.11-16), perform the following tasks:


 * <span style="font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">As you read the passage __**underline the 10%-15% of the passage you think is “important.”**__ You may choose to circle transitional elements.
 * <span style="font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">As you address the questions, __**cross through the word or words**__ in the answer choices that make that answer choice wrong. Remember: If an answer choice is lengthy, you are not to cross through the entire answer; hunt for the one or two words that make that answer choice wrong.
 * <span style="font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Number the separate sheet of paper 29-47. For at least half of the questions, you will __**list what you think is the best evidence**__ in the passage (specific line numbers or words) or on any figures that support your answer.
 * <span style="font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">__**Put a big old star**__ next to the items for which you feel less than 85% secure.
 * <span style="font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">__**List any words**__ you would like to know more about.

Reminder: Read Smart!
= Homework for Tuesday, June 2nd (Due Wednesday, June 3rd) = = = You will need the Black 3-Ring Binder, specifically the second Reading Test (the one that is 60 minutes, 47 questions) and a separate <span style="font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">sheet of paper.

<span style="font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">For the first three passages (pp. 2-10; the passage adapted from Jane Austin's //Emma,// the passage authored by Marina Gorbis, and the passage authored by Tina Hesman Saey), perform the following tasks:


 * <span style="font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 10pt; line-height: 1.5;">As you read the passage __**underline the 10%-15% of the passage you think is “important.”**__ You may choose to circle transitional elements.
 * <span style="font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 10pt; line-height: 1.5;">As you address the questions, __**cross through the word or words**__ in the answer choices that make that answer choice wrong. Remember: If an answer choice is lengthy, you are not to cross through the entire answer; hunt for the one or two words that make that answer choice wrong.
 * <span style="font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 10pt; line-height: 1.5;">Number the separate sheet of paper 1-28. For at least half of the questions, you will __**list what you think is the best evidence**__ in the passage (specific line numbers or words) or on any figures that support your answer.
 * <span style="font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 10pt; line-height: 1.5;">__**Put a big old star**__ next to the items for which you feel less than 85% secure.
 * <span style="font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 10pt; line-height: 1.5;">__**List any words**__ you would like to know more about.

Reminder: Read Smart!
= Homework for Monday, June 1st (Due Tuesday, June 2nd) = There are two parts to tonight's assignment: (1) __**Complete the five college profiles**__ on the College Admissions Requirements Activity (pages 6-7 in the Student Handbook) by following the provided directions.

(2) You will need the Black 3-Ring Binder, specifically the second Reading Test (the one that is 60 minutes, 47 questions). Select one of the first two passages--either the excerpt from Jane Austin or the passage by Marina Gorbis), and complete the following tasks:


 * As you are reading, identify the 10%-15% of the passage that you think is "important." **__ Underline the important words __** that reveal the subject matter of the passage, and __ circle transitional elements __.
 * Classify each item type, and **__write one of the following labels under each question number__**:
 * G for General questions
 * S for Specific questions
 * V for Vocabulary in Context questions
 * P for Evidence-Based Pair questions (and draw a line linking the P's),
 * F for Graphics questions (questions that refer to some FIGURE).
 * Answer all of the questions to the best of your ability AND **__put a big old star beside any item for which you are less than 85% sure__** that your answer is right.
 * At the bottom of the page __ **list words on these pages that you cannot define** __ and would like to know more about.
 * At the bottom of the page __ **list words on these pages that you cannot define** __ and would like to know more about.

Reminder: Read smart!

 * <span style="background-color: #ffffff; font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">Generate predictions about what the author will say.
 * <span style="background-color: #ffffff; font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">Early in the reading, think: What do I already know about the subject?
 * <span style="background-color: #ffffff; font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">Decide to “look out for” what’s important or relevant.
 * <span style="background-color: #ffffff; font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">Evaluate what you’re hearing and your own understanding of it.
 * <span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">Do you get WHAT the author is saying at each point in the passage? [What's THIS mean?]
 * Do you see WHY the author is saying what appears at each point in the passage? [Why is THIS in the passage?]


 * <span style="background-color: #ffffff; font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; line-height: 1.5;">Check your predictions to see if they’re correct.