Module 2 Lesson 3-4-Assignment
Module 2 Lesson 3-4-Assignment
Module 2 Lesson 3-4-Assignment
Activity 1. 10 pts
Directions: Rewrite the following sentences so that they are no longer redundant. Write your
answers below each sentence.
1. The end result of her stubbornness was that she did not get dessert.
The result of her stubbornness was that she did no get dessert.
2. The woman who works in the cafeteria is very polite and courteous.
The woman who works in the cafeteria is courteous.
3. My personal opinion is that the walls should be painted blue.
My opinion is that the walls should be painted blue
4. We assembled together in the kitchen.
We assembled in the kitchen.
5. When I joined the gym, I received a complimentary personal training session for free.
When I joined the gym, I received a complimentary personal training session for
free.
6. Jasper’s twin sisters are exactly identical.
Jasper’s twin sister are identical.
7. Tremaine really liked those red sneakers, but they were too small in size.
Tremaine really liked those red sneakers, but they were to small size.
8. My mom cut the pizza into four quarters.
My mom cut the pizza into four
9. In the modern world of today, we can easily communicate with people around the globe.
In the modern world, we can easily communicate with people around the globe.
10. After much thought and consideration, Frances decided to major in astronomy.
After much consideration, Frances decided to major in astronomy.
Activity 2. 10 pts
Directions: Eliminate any unnecessary words in the following sentences. Rephrase if necessary.
Activity 3. Choose A or B. Write the letter of your choice before the number. 10 pts
B 1.The kids are going to watch TV tonight. (a) small clock worn on the wrist
A What time is it? I have to set my watch. (b) look at
B 5.My rabbits are in a pen outside. (a) a writing instrument which uses ink
A Please sign this form with a black pen. (b) an enclosed area
B 1. The singer made a low bow to the (a) decorative ribbon (rhymes with so)
audience. (b) bend at the waist (rhymes with how)
A Maria placed a red bow on the birthday gift.
(a) here (rhymes with pleasant)
A 2. All the students are present today. (b) give (rhymes with resent)
B The boss will present the award at 10:00.
(a) near (rhymes with dose)
B 3. Please close the door. (b) shut (rhymes with toes)
A The boy sat close to his uncle.
a) tied around (rhymes with pound)
A 4. The rope was wound around his ankles. (b) an injury (rhymes with moon)
B The soldier received a wound in the battle.
(a) to have life (rhymes with give)
A 5. I don’t know if I will live or die. (b) in real time performance (rhymes with
B Last night I saw the band play live in hive)
concert.
Activity 4. 10 pts
Directions: Choose the correct word. Highlight your answer.
Example: Please try not to (waste, waist) paper.
Step 1 Police reports must be objective as they present the facts of a case. The police report will
contain information that answers the following questions: who, what, when, where, why, how.
This is based upon what the officers see, hear, smell, and experience at the scene.
Step 2 Student/s use a computer with internet access to watch (at least) one of the following
videos:
Car accident http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nfK3mBMkZWU
Robbery http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PcQY3NGtlq0
Assault http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fCVdJ2F3hiY&feature=channel
Step 3 Write a police report narrative based upon the video of their choice. The narrative should
meet the criteria set forth in the assignment. The narrative must present facts (details about what
was observed or experienced) objectively, DISPLAY CORRECT SPELLING AND
CAPITALIZATION, USE REGULAR AND IRREGULAR VERBS, AVOID
REDUNDANCIES and be organized and easy to understand.
Step 4 Your narrative should be at least 3-5 paragraphs long. Be descriptive. Include only factual
details that you know based on what you observe in the video. Try to answer the questions who
(victim and perpetrator), what happened, when, where, why, and how.
Write the title of your police narrative on top and chosen video below the title.
Step 5 After student/s write the police report narrative, they should proofread to be sure that the
narrative uses correct spelling, punctuation, and grammar. Revise as needed.
After you have written the narrative, use the provided checklist to be sure it is complete and
correct.
Narrative clearly states the crime/event that occurred.
Narrative identifies the scene (time and place).
Narrative summarizes the crime/event in chronological order (beginning, middle, end).
Narrative includes details about what was SEEN.
Narrative is factual (objective).
Narrative is at least 3-5 paragraphs long.
Narrative contains correct spelling.
Narrative contains correct capitalization.
Narrative contains correct punctuation and grammar.