Tuesday, October 23, 2012

Tuesday, October 23, 2012 - A DAY -- WUP#9

WARM UP #9

Objective:
Students will . . .
review their answers to a written exam.

Warm Up:
  • Define the following terms:
    • microevolution
    • macroevolution
    • speciation
Classwork:
  1. Review answers to Ch. 24 Exam
Homework:
  • Photabulary - Ch. 24 

The 2-1-4 Challenge - Challenge #5

3 Bonus Points towards next exam

2 Facts:

  • Established around 1800 and lobbied by Helen Shaw to retain as a nature preserve in the Washington Area
  • Home to a huge Washington area marsh, replete with lotus flowers and cattails.

1 Clue:

  • Located within 15 minutes of Parkdale High School

4 Pictures:



This is your fourth 2-1-4 in the series.  The third was correctly guessed by Valerie.  Way to go Valerie!! 


Once you've determined the location, please leave a comment under this post.  The first to leave a comment with the correct location will receive the bonus points.  Once you complete the challenge, try to learn at least one more thing about the location through this video.    

    SAT Word of the Day:

    Tuesday, October 23 – ARBITRATOR (n.) – one who settles controversy between two
    sides
    The labor union and the auto maker had to consult an arbitrator to help solve the
    problems caused by the merger.

    Wednesday, October 24 – ASCETIC (n.) – one who practices restraint as a means of
    self-discipline, usually religious
    Mahatma Gandhi is often thought to be the epitome of an ascetic.

    Thursday, October 25 – ASSUAGE (v.) – to ease; to pacify
    The mother assuaged her child’s fear of the dark by providing a night light.

    Friday, October 26 – ATONE (v.) – to apologize, to make amends
    Some people never atone for their mistakes because they just keep making them.

    Announcements:
    • Please water your plants, which may be found in either Ms. Gunn's or Ms. Siebert's room.
    • Team Leaders don't forget to collect all digital images/observations from your team members for the Natural Selection Lab.

    Important Links:
    www.tinyurl.com/thebuzzwithberk
    www.tinyurl.com/berkeleysymbaloo
    www.edmodo.com -- Group Access 9nr351
    twitter:  @thebuzzwithberk

    www.masteringbiology.com
    Student Access Code:
    SSNAST-CLXII-BLAND-HENNA-TOPAZ-MILES
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