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Week 1 Radiant Rhododendrons By Amber McCormick Rhodo- What? Rhododendrons are a type of flowering plant that include over 1,000 spectacular species.

So, you can think of a rhododendron as a rose tree, even though there are no roses on this bush! Loca2ons These beaujful plants can be found all over the world.

2 Week 1 Radiant Rhododendrons By Amber McCormick Rhodo- What? Rhododendrons are a type of flowering plant that include over 1,000 spectacular species. The word rhododendron comes from the Greek words rhodos, which means rose, and dendron, which means tree. So, you can think of a rhododendron as a rose tree, even though there are no roses on this bush! Loca2ons These beaujful plants can be found all over the world. They grow in Asia, North America, Europe, and Australia. Rhododendrons grow in woodlands, rain forests, and jungles as long as the climate is mild and there s plenty of rain. They grow best when the soil has a high acid count, which is why they grow well in mountainous regions like the Appalachian Mountains in North America. Appearance It can be tricky to know when you ve spooed a rhododendron. They come in various sizes, shapes, and colors. Rhododendrons are generally small, bushy trees with large clusters of ellipjcal, or oval- shaped flowers. The leaves of this plant are usually evergreen leaves. People are osen drawn to rhododendrons because of their beaujful, brightly colored flowers. Cau2on Species But, don t be fooled by the fragrance. These plants can be dangerous! You don t want to ingest any part of a rhododendron. The leaves can irritate your stomach or cause your heart rate to become abnormal. The flowers are not good to swallow either. The honey from the nectar of the flower is poisonous. The next Jme you are out enjoying nature, look for a rhododendron. Take pleasure in the brightly colored petals and fragrant scent. Savor the beauty of the radiant rhododendron! Some examples of rhododendrons are heathers, mountain laurels, blueberries, and cranberries. One of the most popular rhododendrons is the azalea bush. Azaleas were not always considered part of this genus, or group of plants. One of the main reasons for this is that most azaleas leaves are deciduous. That means their leaves fall off every year, unlike evergreens. Both azaleas and other rhododendrons smell wonderful!

3 Week 1, Day 1 1. Draw lines to match the origins of the word rhododendron based on the text. Dendron Trees Rhodo Rose 2. Select the two details from the text that show why rhododendrons were described as dangerous. a. But, don t be fooled by the fragrance. b. These plants can be dangerous! c. You don t want to ingest any part of a rhododendron. d. The leaves can irritate your stomach or cause your heart rate to become abnormal. e. The flowers are not good to swallow either. f. The honey from the nectar of the flower is poisonous. Week 1, Day 2 3. Part A: Select the statement that describes the main idea of the arjcle. a. Rhododendrons are dangerous plants. b. Rhododendrons can be found in many places. c. Rhododendrons are part of nature s beauty. d. Rhododendrons are hard to idenjfy in nature. Part B: Select two sentences from the arjcle that best support your answer to Part A. a. They grow in Asia, North America, Europe, and Australia. b. Take pleasure in the brightly colored petals and fragrant scent. c. It can be tricky to know when you ve spooed a rhododendron. d. Savor the beauty of the radiant rhododendron. e. You don t want to ingest any part of a rhododendron. 4. Which of the following correctly states the point of view in the arjcle? a. People should stay away from dangerous plants like the rhododendron. b. Rhododendrons can grow anywhere, no maoer how harsh the climate. c. Rhododendrons are a lot like roses because they grow on bushes. d. Nature provides us with rhododendrons to explore and appreciate. Week 1, Day 3 5. What is the relajonship between the secjon Jtled Species and the secjon Jtled CauJon? a. QuesJons from the Species secjon are answered in the CauJon secjon. b. A detail given in the Species secjon is explained more in the CauJon secjon. c. The effects of the CauJon secjon are presented in the Species secjon. d. There is no relajonship between the secjons Jtled Species and CauJon.

4 Week 1, Day 3 (continued) 6. Fill in the circle before the sentence that shows how azaleas and other rhododendrons are alike. a. Some examples of rhododendrons are heathers, mountain laurels, blueberries, and cranberries. b. One of the most popular rhododendrons is the azalea bush. c. Azaleas were not always considered part of this genus, or group of plants. d. One of the main reasons for this is that most azaleas leaves are deciduous. e. That means their leaves fall off every year, unlike evergreens. f. Both azaleas and other rhododendrons smell wonderful. Week 1, Day 4 7. What is the meaning of the word ellipjcal as it is used in the arjcle? a. circular b. clustered c. bushy d. oval- shaped 8. What does the word deciduous mean as it is used in the arjcle? a. having leaves that stay green b. having flowers that bloom all year c. having flowers that smell good d. having leaves that fall off each year Week 1, Day 5 9. What is the purpose for the secjon Appearance? a. To caujon readers about the dangers of rhododendrons. b. To explain to the reader why rhododendrons are popular. c. To describe to the reader how to idenjfy rhododendrons. d. To compare and contrast azaleas and rhododendrons. 10. Select the heading in which you would find informajon about where rhododendrons grow. a. Rhodo- What? b. LocaJons c. Appearance d. CauJon

5 Week 2 Edi2ng Tasks Choose the correct word or phrase to fill in each blank in a passage. For each blank, fill in the bubble before the correct word or phrase. If you write your answer in the blank but do not fill in the bubble, your answer will not be scored. Week 2, Day 1 Bananas are one of the most common fruits in American supermarkets and homes. Bananas are ( a. ate b. eat c. eaten d. eajng ) by so many people because they ( a. will provide b. provided c. providing d. provide ) several health benefits. They can ( a. reduce b. reduced c. reducing d. will reduce ) the risk of cancer and asthma. Bananas can also ( a. improving b. improved c. improve d. will improve ) blood pressure. These amazing fruits can even ( a. helped b. help c. will help d. helping ) with your mood and memory. Maybe a banana a day keeps the doctor away! Week 2, Day 2 Climbing a rock wall is a challenging and enjoyable acjvity. Kids ( a. gain b. gane c. gaine d. gaen ) physical strength and mental confidence. But safety is very important. ( a. Plaice b. Place c. Plase d. Plays ) a mat at the booom of the climbing wall. Remember to ( a. where b. ware c. were d. wear ) a helmet and climbing shoes. One ( a. piece b. peice c. peace d. peas ) of equipment you don t want to overlook is a harness and rope. These items could save your life if you fall. It s always wise to take a ( a. freind b. frend c. fiend d. friend ) with you, too. Have fun rock climbing and stay safe!

6 Week 2, Day 3 Do you enjoy using your imaginajon? Do you love building things ( a.. b.! c.? ) Then you have to go to Legoland immediately ( a.. b.! c.? ) Legoland is located in Winter Haven, Florida ( a.. b.! c.? ) There are lego- themed rides, shows, restaurants, shops, and gardens ( a.. b.! c.? ) There s even a Legoland water park ( a.. b.! c.? ) Can you build that picture in your mind? Week 2, Day 4 1. Choose the correctly wrioen sentence. a. Mr. donaldson s birthday is on a Saturday this year. b. Mr. Donaldson s birthday is on a Saturday this year. c. Mr. Donaldson s birthday is on a saturday this year. d. mr Donaldson s birthday is on a Saturday this year. 2. Choose the correctly wrioen sentence. a. Every year in december, I like to see the Nutcracker ballet. b. every year in December, I like to see the Nutcracker ballet. c. Every year in December, I like to see the Nutcracker ballet. d. Every year in December, I like to see the nutcracker ballet. Week 2, Day 5 3. Choose the correct way to write the date. a. Friday, June 5, 2015 b. friday, June 5, 2015 c. Friday, june 5, 2015 d. Friday June Choose the correct closing for a leoer. a. Your, friend b. your friend, c. Your Friend d. Your friend, 5. Choose the correctly wrioen address. a. 789 southpoint Blvd., Atlanta, GA b. 789 Southpoint Blvd., Atlanta, GA c. 789 Southpoint Blvd. Atlanta GA, d. 789 Southpoint Blvd. Atlanta GA 30032

7 Week 1, Day 1 Answer Key 1. Draw lines to match the origins of the word rhododendron based on the text. Dendron Trees Rhodos Rose 2. Select the two details from the text that show why rhododendrons were described as dangerous. a. But, don t be fooled by the fragrance. b. These plants can be dangerous! c. You don t want to ingest any part of a rhododendron. d. The leaves can irritate your stomach or cause your heart rate to become abnormal. e. The flowers are not good to swallow either. f. The honey from the nectar of the flower is poisonous. Week 1, Day 2 3. Part A: Select the statement that describes the main idea of the arjcle. a. Rhododendrons are dangerous plants. b. Rhododendrons can be found in many places. c. Rhododendrons are part of nature s beauty. d. Rhododendrons are hard to idenjfy in nature. Part B: Select two sentences from the arjcle that best support your answer to Part A. a. They grow in Asia, North America, Europe, and Australia. b. Take pleasure in the brightly colored petals and fragrant scent. c. It can be tricky to know when you ve spooed a rhododendron. d. Savor the beauty of the radiant rhododendron. e. You don t want to ingest any part of a rhododendron. 4. Which of the following correctly states the point of view in the arjcle? a. People should stay away from dangerous plants like the rhododendron. b. Rhododendrons can grow anywhere, no maoer how harsh the climate. c. Rhododendrons are a lot like roses because they grow on bushes. d. Nature provides us with rhododendrons to explore and appreciate. Week 1, Day 3 5. What is the relajonship between the secjon Jtled Species and the secjon Jtled CauJon? a. QuesJons from the Species secjon are answered in the CauJon secjon. b. A detail given in the Species secjon is explained more in the CauJon secjon. c. The effects of the CauJon secjon are presented in the Species secjon. d. There is no relajonship between the secjons Jtled Species and CauJon.

8 Week 1, Day 3 (continued) 6. Fill in the circle before the sentence that shows how azaleas and other rhododendrons are alike. a. Some examples of rhododendrons are heathers, mountain laurels, blueberries, and cranberries. b. One of the most popular rhododendrons is the azalea bush. c. Azaleas were not always considered part of this genus, or group of plants. d. One of the main reasons for this is that most azaleas leaves are deciduous. e. That means their leaves fall off every year, unlike evergreens. f. Both azaleas and other rhododendrons smell wonderful. Week 1, Day 4 7. What is the meaning of the word ellipjcal as it is used in the arjcle? a. circular b. clustered c. bushy d. oval- shaped 8. What does the word deciduous mean as it is used in the arjcle? a. having leaves that stay green b. having flowers that bloom all year c. having flowers that smell good d. having leaves that fall off each year Answer Key Week 1, Day 5 9. What is the purpose for the secjon Appearance? a. To caujon readers about the dangers of rhododendrons. b. To explain to the reader why rhododendrons are popular. c. To describe to the reader how to idenjfy rhododendrons. d. To compare and contrast azaleas and rhododendrons. 10. Select the heading in which you would find informajon about where rhododendrons grow. a. Rhodo- What? b. LocaJons c. Appearance d. CauJon

9 Week 2 Answer Key Edi2ng Tasks Choose the correct word or phrase to fill in each blank in a passage. For each blank, fill in the bubble before the correct word or phrase. If you write your answer in the blank but do not fill in the bubble, your answer will not be scored. Week 2, Day 1 Bananas are one of the most common fruits in American supermarkets and homes. Bananas are ( a. ate b. eat c. eaten d. eajng ) by so many people because they ( a. will provide b. provided c. providing d. provide ) several health benefits. They can ( a. reduce b. reduced c. reducing d. will reduce ) the risk of cancer and asthma. Bananas can also ( a. improving b. improved c. improve d. will improve ) blood pressure. These amazing fruits can even ( a. helped b. help c. will help d. helping ) with your mood and memory. Maybe a banana a day keeps the doctor away! Week 2, Day 2 Climbing a rock wall is a challenging and enjoyable acjvity. Kids ( a. gain b. gane c. gaine d. gaen ) physical strength and mental confidence. But safety is very important. ( a. Plaice b. Place c. Plase d. Plays ) a mat at the booom of the climbing wall. Remember to ( a. where b. ware c. were d. wear ) a helmet and climbing shoes. One ( a. piece b. peice c. peace d. peas ) of equipment you don t want to overlook is a harness and rope. These items could save your life if you fall. It s always wise to take a ( a. freind b. frend c. fiend d. friend ) with you, too. Have fun rock climbing and stay safe!

10 Week 2, Day 3 Answer Key Do you enjoy using your imaginajon? Do you love building things ( a.. b.! c.? ) Then you have to go to Legoland immediately ( a.. b.! c.? ) Legoland is located in Winter Haven, Florida ( a.. b.! c.? ) There are lego- themed rides, shows, restaurants, shops, and gardens ( a.. b.! c.? ) There s even a Legoland water park ( a.. b.! c.? ) Can you build that picture in your mind? Week 2, Day 4 1. Choose the correctly wrioen sentence. a. Mr. donaldson s birthday is on a Saturday this year. b. Mr. Donaldson s birthday is on a Saturday this year. c. Mr. Donaldson s birthday is on a saturday this year. d. mr Donaldson s birthday is on a Saturday this year. 2. Choose the correctly wrioen sentence. a. Every year in december, I like to see the Nutcracker ballet. b. every year in December, I like to see the Nutcracker ballet. c. Every year in December, I like to see the Nutcracker ballet. d. Every year in December, I like to see the nutcracker ballet. Week 2, Day 5 3. Choose the correct way to write the date. a. Friday, June 5, 2015 b. friday, June 5, 2015 c. Friday, june 5, 2015 d. Friday June Choose the correct closing for a leoer. a. Your, friend b. your friend, c. Your Friend d. Your friend, 5. Choose the correctly wrioen address. a. 789 southpoint Blvd., Atlanta, GA b. 789 Southpoint Blvd., Atlanta, GA c. 789 Southpoint Blvd. Atlanta GA, d. 789 Southpoint Blvd. Atlanta GA 30032

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