Lesson 8: Oceans
Assignment 1
Super Sentences
Use the definition and graphic organizer to plan and write Super Sentences for tides and tsunami. 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.
tides VCe
Tides is a plural noun that means the rising and falling of the ocean as water is attracted by gravity to the moon and the sun.
| Verb | When | ||||
| Subject | tides | Where | |||
| How | Why | ||||
tsu · nam · i open, closed, open
Tsunami is a long, high, sea wave caused by an earthquake in the ocean.
| Verb | When | ||||
| Subject | tsunami | Where | |||
| How | Why | ||||
Assignment 2
Written Response
Complete this chart with four sentences that tell the differences between neap and spring tides. Write one sentence in each box.
Neap | Spring | |
|---|---|---|
Position of sun and moon | ||
Height of tide |