You must use Scratchpad Organizer Lesson number 3 to answer the questions. For each question, include the number and the letter of the question -- for example, if you are answering questions about Alex of Kenya, write:
1. a. ______
1. b. ______
1. c. ______ etc.
You can send me a note by clicking on "comments" at the end of THIS blog entry. Remember, each blog entry has its own comments!
1. Alex of Kenya
(If you wish to hear Alex of Kenya read by Mrs. Chauncey, Click on Podcast, minimize and then Click on Alex of Kenya)
a. Name some foods that Alex eats.
b. Name two things that Alex likes to do in his free time.
c. What languages do they speak in Kenya?
d. Name at least three animals that live in Kenya.
e. Simba is the Swahili word for which animal?
f. How do most Kenyans earn a living?
g. About how many people live in Kenya?
h. What is the capital of Kenya?
2. Babita of Nepal
If you wish to hear Babita of Nepal read by Mrs. Chauncey, Click on Podcast, minimize and then Click on Babita of Nepal)
a. In what country is Pokhara located?
b. What mountain range can Babita see when she stands outside of her house?
c. What is special about this mountain range when compared to other mountain ranges?
d. Which famous mountain is located in this mountain range?
e. Babita has many responsibilities. Name as many as you can find in this article.
f. What are Babita's favorite subjects in school?
g. What foods do Babita and her family eat?
h. Nepal is bordered on the north and south by two large countries. What are they?
i. What is the capital of Nepal?
j. What is the major religion of Nepal?
k. Nepal is one of the world's poorest countries. What percentage of its people lives in poverty?
3. Cristina of Romania
(If you wish to hear Cristina of Romania read by Mrs. Chauncey, Click on Podcast, minimize and then Click on Cristina of Romania)
a. Name the countries and the sea that border Romania
b. What region of Romania was the home to the fictional character, Dracula?
c. Cristina learned about an important event that takes place in the United States every four years. What is the event?
d. What would Cristina like to be when she grows up?
e. What is the capital city of Romania?
f. What sport do girls play at Cristina's school?
g. What are the languages most spoken in Romania?
h. What are Romania's major industries?
i. What famous Romanian gymnast scored a perfect 10 at the 1976 Olympic Games?
4. Julieta of Buenos Aires
(If you wish to hear Julieta of Buenos Aires read by Mrs. Chauncey, Click on Podcast, minimize and then Click on Julieta of Buenos Aires)
a. In what city and country does Julieta live?
b. What is the name for dog-walkers in this country?
c. What subjects does Julieta study in school?
d. Who are the members of Julieta's family?
e. What endangered species did Julieta help to care for in the zoo?
f. About how many pounds of meat do Argentines eat each year?
g. What are Julieta's favorite foods?
5. Mengmeng of China
(If you wish to hear Mengmeng of China read by Mrs. Chauncey, Click on Podcast, minimize and then Click on Mengmeng of China)
a. What is the name of Mengmeng's village and where is it located in China?
b. Describe Mengmeng's home.
c. What foods does Mengmeng eat for breakfast, lunch, and dinner?
d. What subjects does Mengmeng study at school and what is his favorite subject?
e. How many children live in Mengmeng's village and how many live in all of China?
f. What is the capital of China?
g. How do most people make a living in China?
h. How big is China and how much of the land can be used for farming?
i. What is the dialect of the Chinese langauge is spoken by most people in China?
j. What type of government does China have?
6. Otto Jan of the Netherlands
Hello All -- for children 6 - 8, I will ask you to submit 6 questions! I will select the best questions and include them in the list of questions which must be answered by all students. I will also select two or three students to read the article aloud -- I will create a podcast and post it. Leave your questions in the Comments below this blog entry. If you forgot how to leave a comment, take a look at the directions on Mrs. Chauncey's Blog!
(Questions a-f by Tyler - 3D)
a. On what continent is the Netherlands located?
b. What religion do the Dutch practice?
c. What type of transportion do the Verkers use?
d. How many books did Otta Jan read over summer vacation?
e. How many hours of gym is there in Otta Jan's school?
f. How many people live in the Netherlands?
(Questions a-g by Tyler - 3D)
a. Is Egypt a rich country?
b. What is the capital of Egypt?
c. Does Sayeed's Family have a TV? If yes, is it black and white or a color telvision?
d. How many people live in Egypt?
e. How many square miles is the land of Egypt?
f. How much money do the Egyptians make a day?
g. What Language does Sayeed speak?
(Questions a-f by Tyler - 3D)
a. What are Yuki's favorite sports?
b. What does Yuki's name mean?
d. What is the capital of Japan?
d. Do students clean the school?
e.What religion do Japanese people practice?
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You are inspiring me to be a library teacher when I grow up. You inspire me to be a library teacher when I grow up because you do all these cool things in class and recess.
Wow Serena, You made my night. Mrs. C.
Posted by: Serena | February 06, 2006 at 08:04 PM
What is the capital?
The capital is the city in which the government offices of a country or state is located. The capital of New York State is Albany. The capital of the United States is Washington, DC. Mrs. C. :)
Posted by: Serena | February 07, 2006 at 12:35 PM
A.What are Yuki's favorite sports?
B.What does Yuki's name mean?
C.What is the capital of Japan?
D.Do students clean the school?
E.What religion do Japanese people practice?
F.What is the weather like in Japan?
Wonderful Tyler! I will post all of these as questions for Yuki giving you credit as the author. Never leave your last name -- just first name and class code. You only have to post once -- I have to approve before you will see your comments! Mrs. C.
Posted by: Tyler 3D | February 11, 2006 at 11:26 AM
I don't understand Alex of Keyan. Number 1.f. Can I see you tomorrow.
Yes, you can see me -- of course.. but read what is written under the heading "Economy" in the bottom half of the article.
Posted by: Jodaliza 3J | February 13, 2006 at 04:06 PM
Thank you Ms.C.
Posted by: Jodaliza 3J | February 15, 2006 at 05:11 PM
Ms. c. I finshed Alex of Kenya. Can I start the 2nd one?
Of Course! Mrs. C. :)
Posted by: Jodaliza 3J | February 15, 2006 at 05:15 PM