Lesson 6: Blood on the River
Assignment 1
Super Sentences
Use the definition and graphic organizer to plan and write Super Sentences for shackled and tallow. You can choose to capture key details from today’s reading, or you can choose to write your sentences using a different topic. Make sure each sentence has a subject and verb and at least two additional details.
shack · led closed, C-le + suffix
Shackled is an adjective that means having a ring or band on the arms and legs that prevents someone from moving them freely.
| Verb | When | ||||
| Subject | shackled | Where | |||
| How | Why | ||||
tal · low closed, vowel team
Tallow is a noun that means the solid fat from cattle and sheep that is used to make soap, candles, and lubricants.
| Verb | When | ||||
| Subject | tallow | Where | |||
| How | Why | ||||
Assignment 2
Written Response
Draw conclusions about Captain Smith’s status on the trip. First, write what you know about him. Then, end by making an argument: Captain John Smith is because .