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This lengthy assignment was designed for English language learners. It includes a 1-page reading on the rapper, Jay-Z, and 10 activities/exercises that focus on listening and reading comprehension, speaking, vocabulary acquisition, spelling, and more. An answer key is provided for some of the exercises.

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speaking skills, English Language Development, listening comprehension

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ELD, ell, esl, listening skills, speaking skills, jay-z, programs
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7th - Higher Ed
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English Language Arts
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