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This bell ringer exercise focuses on key vocabulary words—languid and strident—along with their definitions and usage in sentences. Students are encouraged to capture their thoughts on Chapter 1 of the assigned book by summarizing the events so far and sharing their impressions of the characters. This exercise not only enhances vocabulary but also fosters critical thinking and comprehension skills.
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Bell Ringer: Thursday, April 26th • Copy the following vocab • Languid(Adj.) lacking in spirit or interest; listless; indifferent. • The students sitting in class during the lecture were languid. • Strident(Adj.) loud and harsh; grating • Though the players didn’t always like the Mr. Jones’s strident coaching methods, the team won every game. • Then… • Quickly summarize what happened in chapter 1. What do you think of the book so far? What’s your impression of the characters that we’ve met?