Lesson 11: Minerals, Rocks, and Soil
Assignment 1
Super Sentences
Use the definition and graphic organizer to plan and write Super Sentences for igneous and sedimentary. 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.
ig · ne · ous closed, open, suffix
Igneous is an adjective that describes a rock formed from magma or lava.
| Verb | When | ||||
| Subject | igneous | Where | |||
| How | Why | ||||
sed · im · en · tar · y closed, closed, closed, r-controlled, suffix
Sedimentary is an adjective that describes a rock formed by layers stuck together.
| Verb | When | ||||
| Subject | sedimentary | Where | |||
| How | Why | ||||
Assignment 2
Written Response
Look back at page 35. Describe the process that results in mountains being formed. Use the text to support your response.