English independent work number 2

1.

Lurking in the darkness, the cat waited for its prey.

Insisting to come with, the younger sibling finally got what they wanted.

Grasping for air, he finally reached the surface and gulped in air.

Surpassing his sibling, he was now the most highly achieved sibling.

2.

Why he did it, I don't know.

When pigs fly, then I will answer you.

What was wrong, everyone wanted to know.

Whilst they played games, their parents were on their phones.

3.

Emerging from the depth, the monster sought its new prey.

When the baking was complete, the ovens were cleaned thoroughly.

Committed to improving their routine, the dancers trained daily.

Overpowered by the wave, the swimmers were swept off their feet.

Analysing the situation, the commander decided the hill route was best.

While we were watching the experiment, the paper ignited.

Hoping to improve his score, Matthew studied his times tables daily.

With their friends and family watching, the students took to the stage.

Undaunted by the work, the builders pushed on to repair the house.

English Independent work number 1

1. 

Suddenly, he burst from around the corner.

Cautiously, he tip toed around the corner.

Silently, he sneaked out of the house.

Enthusiastically, the students burst outside to play a game.

2. 

Through the dark night, I saw movement.

Among the people, there was an alien.

Against the wall, you could hear people talking next door.

Far from home, children were playing on a playground.

3.

Silently, the cat stalked its prey.

In 1975, a high school was finally built in Hornby.

Amongst the papers, I found my homework.

Anxiously, I awaited my test results.

Fortunately, the kai today was something good.

About twenty years ago, a law was passed that changed everything.

Often, the things we say and the things we mean are two different things.

Cautiously, he knocked on the principals door and awaited a reply.

Write that essay sentences 3

The 'ed' sentence

Try starting your sentence with the -ed form of the verb. It makes for a punchy start to the sentence.

Remember the rule: when you have finished your -ed phrase, place a comma, then write the rest of the sentence.

Some words to use: surprised, excited, angered, possessed, committed, electrified, undaunted, overpowered, concerned, horrified, cornered, delighted, enthralled, murdered

Examples: Determined to win, Tony pushed himself in the last metres if the race. Concerned for the well being of others, the prime minister passed new laws. Horrified by the gore, I turned away from the screen.

My own sentences: Concerned from the past, he was always aware of his surroundings. Committed to the work, he finished his classes with time to spare. Amazed at his skills, the judges were in awe. Pleased by the noise level, the teacher gave everyone a reward. 

The 'power' sentence

If you waffle a lot in your writing, try using a power sentence. Begin your paragraph with a power sentence of 12 words or less. Get straight to the point.

Examples: Money is the root of all evil. What is right, isn't always popular. 

My own examples: Not everyone is smart. Not everyone is strong. Nobody is the same as you. 

Write that essay sentences 2

The 'w' sentence.

Try starting your sentence with a 'w' word. These sentences make your work sound thoughtful and knowledgeable.

Remember the rule: not every 'w' word marks as a sentence starter. Remember where to put a comma in when the parts of the sentence affected by your 'w' are finished.

Some 'w' words you can use: who, while, whilst, whereas, when, where, what, with, who, whom

Examples: Whilst the teacher was talking, the students were pretending to listen. With a majority of the votes, Hitler seized power. When the bell rings, we run to leave class.

My own examples: Whilst I walked home, I remembered I had homework. Why he did it, I don't know. When mum yelled, he hid from her. Whilst I worked, other students were talking. Whilst they waited for the bus, they talked about their classes. When the earthquake hit, the children screamed. While some kids ran, others walked. 

The 'ing' sentence

Try starting the sentence the -ing form of the verb. 

Remember the rule: when you have finished your -ing phase, place a comma, then write the rest of the sentence. 

Some words you can use: listening, watching, running, reciting, realising, emerging, grasping, speaking, analysing, signalling, exposing.

Examples: Realising the danger, people fled from the city. Shaking away the nerves, he approached the  microphone. Emerging from the water, the swimmer was greeted with cheers.

My own examples: Realising he had messed up, he made amens. Emerging from nowhere, the monster attacked. Grasping for air, he finally made it above the surface. Watching them calmly, he took notes. 

My elective government work

 Here is some elective government work I have recently done

Jacinda Ardern infographic

Write that essay: sentences

 Meanings of words

Adverb - describes a verb - quickly.

Verb - doing word - running.

Preposition - a word that gives location or movement - in, under, on.

The adverb sentence 

Start the sentence with an adverb, it adds interest and intrigue.

Remember the rule: when you start the sentence with an adverb you need to put a comma after the adverb and then finish the sentence. 

Some adverbs - slowly, interestingly, suddenly, often, surprisingly, simply, excitedly, unfortunately, fortunately, confusingly, concerningly, remarkably, significantly, firstly.

Example - Surprisingly, Mrs Handley was on time to class.

Unfortunately, she had forgotten her keys.

My own examples:

Slowly, the turtle crossed the road.

Suddenly, the cat jumped around the corner.

Remarkably, he kept on running.

Often, he would buy himself lunch.

Questionably, someone was playing music in the corner.

The preposition sentence - In 2013, Hornby High accepted year 7/8 students.

Remember the rule: When you start the sentence with a preposition, you have to put a comma after the movement or position ends.

Example - Throughout my time at school, I have learnt many things.

Prepositions: In, throughout, under, above, between, below, on, around, near, against, within

My own examples

After school, he went home.

On Wednesday, he went out with mates.

Outside the window, a cat hid under a car.

Near my house, there is a cafe.

Below the roof, is a happy family.

Essay brainstorm

 P.E improves your lung function

Regular sport causes more oxygen to be drawn into the body with carbon monoxide and waste gases expelled. This increases the lung capacity during sport, improving lung function and efficiency.

its makes you have a stronger heart.

Your heart is a muscle and needs frequent exercise to help it keep fit and healthy. A healthy heart can pump blood efficiently around your body. Your heart will improve in performance when it is regularly challenged with exercise. Stronger hearts can improve overall health of the body.

P.E develops a better relationship

Sports enables you to build better relationships with people you may be aware of, but not know personally. Through frequent sport you can get to know a lot about an individual’s personality, their strengths and weaknesses. Sport with colleagues is a good opportunity to build better relationships and networks that may help you in your job.

Goverment work

 Recently in social studies we have been working on governments and learning what the differences are. Here is the work I have done on governments.

Link

Jacinda Ardern

 Do you know who the 40th Prime Minister of New Zealand is? 

Well it is Jacinda Ardern.

Today I am going to tell you about Jacinda Ardern.

Jacinda Ardern is the current Prime minister of New Zealand and has been since August 2017. 

Jacinda Ardern became the youngest female head of government after being elected at age 37.

Jacinda Ardern was born on the 26th of July 1980 in Hamilton. Later in her life Jacinda then got a bachelor of communication studies. Jacinda then joined the Labour party in 2007 and became a senior figure in the Young Labour section of the party. In 2008 Jacinda was then elected into the house of representatives as a list mp. Finally Jacinda was elected as the prime minister of New Zealand in August 2017.

Jacinda is still the current prime minister of New Zealand and has helped lead them to become a Covid free country.