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Salinger and the Vocabulary of the Vernacular
Writers explore vocabulary and expressions used in the English language. They use visual word maps to become aware of the different uses of words which will allow them to more readily interpret texts. Then they listen to/read excerpts...
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Civil War Slang
Students inquire about slang language used during the Civil War. In this writing lesson, students recieve a handout of slang words used by soldiers. Students view pictures of Civil War to get a visual idea of what it was like to be at...
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Idioms and Slang
In this idioms and slang worksheet, learners answer questions about where they hear idioms and slang terms where they live. Students answer 15 questions, and fill in a chart for what the slang terms mean.
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Idioms
Learners study the meanings of idioms containing the phrase "up" or "down." In this language lesson, students are given an online scenario where the idiom phrases are used. Learners answer multiple choice questions about their meaning.
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Intermediate Sentence Correction - 5
In this sentence correction activity, learners proofread and make correction to 5 out of 6 sentences. They correct the slang terms, verb tenses, and spelling in the sentences. They recognize the one sentence that does not need any...
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Slang Words Beginning with E
In this slang worksheet, students complete 4 multiple choice questions, choosing he correct meaning of a slang term in a sentence. Students may click on an "answer" button for immediate feedback. Worksheet is labeled as an ESL activity,...