Unit 1 Cultural Conversations Activity 1 3 Exploring
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Unit 1: Cultural Conversations Activity 1. 3: Exploring Cultural Identity
Informational Text: What is Cultural Identity? Identify stylistic differences that establish voice! Pick 3 colors (any 3 that you want) and mark the text as we read. 1 st color: Academic language 2 nd color: Informal language 3 rd color: Words and phrases that help you establish cultural identity We will do the first 2 paragraphs together.
What is the Academic Voice? With your group, identify the following elements in the text. Be ready to discuss! Table Table 1: 2: 3: 4: 5: 6: Inclusive pronouns Active Verbs In-text citations Illustrative examples Diverse punctuation Rhetorical questions
After Reading: Questions � What is your understanding of cultural identity based on this text? � Reflect on invisible aspects of your culture. What differences exist between you and your culture? � What are some examples of your culture? Explain how these aspects are dynamic.
Personal Essay: Ethnic Hash Identify stylistic differences that establish voice! Pick 3 colors (any 3 that you want) and mark the text as we read. 1 st color: Academic language 2 nd color: Informal language 3 rd color: Words and phrases that help you establish cultural identity We will do the first 2 paragraphs together.
What is the Informal Voice? With your group, identify the following elements in the text. Be ready to discuss! Table Table 1: 2: 3: 4: 5: 6: First person point of view Fragments for effect Proper nouns Vivid details and descriptions Punctuation to create humor Shifts in tone
After Reading: Questions � Complete � Discuss! all the questions 8 -11 on p. 13
Homework… � Log in to Reading Plus and complete the RPA (placement test). You have all week to do this. Log in through your student portal. � Vocabulary worksheet: Complete the vocabulary worksheet handed out in class. � Complete the Writing Prompt at the bottom of p. 13. Do this in the Spring. Board section of your notebook!
