Lesson 13: Minerals, Rocks, and Soil
Assignment 1
Super Sentences
Use the definition and graphic organizer to plan and write Super Sentences for weathering and particles. 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.
wea · ther · ing vowel team, r-controlled, suffix
Weathering is a noun that means the gradual breakdown of rocks because of weather.
| Verb | When | ||||
| Subject | weathering | Where | |||
| How | Why | ||||
par · ti · cles r-controlled, irregular, C-le
Particles is a plural noun that means a portion of a substance.
| Verb | When | ||||
| Subject | particles | Where | |||
| How | Why | ||||
Assignment 2
Written Response
Look back at the diagram on page 39. Describe the diagram in your own words, and be sure to use details to support your description.