Lesson 4: Integration of Knowledge and Ideas Instructions
CONTEXT: In the last section of our close reading handout, it says that, in the 3rd step of close reading, students
should be able to "synthesize and analyze oration from several texts or media." In this exercise, we will
practice that task.
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PROMPT: So far, we have read two texts in this Unit, which is called "Finding Common Ground." The first text was
called "A Quilt of a Country," by Anna Quinglen aid the Second was called "Making the Future Better, Together sex
Eboo Patel. What is one common theme shared by both authors? Llew do they treat the theme similarly or
differently?
EXPECTATIONS: A complete answer will consist of at least two paragraphs, each consisting of 6-8 complete
sentences. All answers should express thoughtful engagement with the material, and every submission should be
edited and proofhead for errors. A complete answer will contain at least two pieces of textual evidence to support
its central claim, one quote from each author.

You need to start an experiment and the instructions are to mix 2 g of sodium bicarbonate with 50 ml of distilled water and then mix the solution. describe what lab apparatus you would use and what safety precautions you must observe when completing this experiment.

What theme is the main theme of this excerpt from the metal pig by hans christian andersen? in the garden of the grand duke's palace under the roof of one of the wings were a thousand roses bloom in winter, a little ragged boy had been sitting the whole day long. the boy might serve as a type of italy lovely and smiling and yet suffering. he was hungry and thirsty but no one gave him anything and when it became dark and they were about to close the gardens, the porter turned him out. a long time he stood musing on the bridge which crosses the arno and looking at the glittering stars that were reflected in the water which flowed between him and the wonderful marble bridge trinita. he then walked away towards the metal pig, half note down, clasped it with his arms, and, putting his mouth to the shining snout, drink deep droughts of the fresh water. close-by lay a few salad leaves into chestnuts, which register for his supper. no one was in the street but himself. it belonged only to him. he boldly seated himself on the pig's back, leaned forward so that his curly head could rest on the head of the animal, and, before he was aware, fell asleep. it was midnight. the metal pig raised himself gently, and the boy heard him say quite distinctly, hold tight little boy, for i am going to run, and way he started for most wonderful ride first they arrived at the p as the del granduca and the metal horse which bears the dukes statue made allowed

Which best compares the authors’ purposes in silent spring and “save the redwoods”? both authors want readers to protect human rights. both authors want readers to focus on saving trees. both authors intend to entertain readers with their essays. both authors intend to convince readers of their viewpoint.