Unit 1: Cultural ConversationsActivity 1.2: Exploring Culture and

Communication

When you see the word “culture,” what are your thoughts about what it means? 1) Complete the sentence on p. 5 that

begins with “Culture is ____”2) Discuss with your peers and add

new ideas in the space provided on p. 5

3) Complete the culture word web and discuss!

Defining Culture

You are about to view 5 images associated with culture.

Write down the impressions that come to mind when you see these images!

Objects and Culture

Now fill out the “Responses from Peers” column of the chart.

Answer the question below it – Why did other students share some of your perceptions but differ with others?

Next, complete the box below. You will not be bringing in these items to class..

Peer Responses

In the SpringBoard section of your notebook, answer the writing prompt on the top of p.7. You will need at least 3 paragraphs to answer this in detail!

Answer questions 7-9 on page 7.

Whatever you don’t finish is your homework!

Writing Prompt

Whatever you did not finish in class today will be your homework. Next time I see you, I will be checking your notebooks. Make sure you have the following activities completed:

1) SpringBoard – Your writing assignment from p. 7 should be here.

2) Vocabulary – Academic Vocabulary words and Literary Terms should be up to date.

3) ELA and Notes - You should have the terms from The Catcher in the Rye in this section.

Homework…it’s not so bad