Language Arts Unit

4th Grade Study Guide- Lesson 9                       “Dear Mr. Winston” Comprehension Skills and Strategies: Conclusions and Generalizations Genre: Realistic Fiction Grammar Skill: Compound and complex sentences Vocabulary Strategies: Antonyms Writing Skills:      Informative Writing: Explanatory Essay      Focus Trait: Organization Spelling Skill: Vowel + /r/ Sounds Spelling Word: spark, prepare, cheer, tear, scarf, scare, repair, earring, scarce, weird, sharp, rear, spare, gear, hairy, compare, alarm, harsh, upstairs, square Challenge Words:  weary, startle, appear, barnacle, awareness Vocabulary Words fault- responsibility for a mistake. borrow-to get something from someone with the understanding that you will be giving it back. reference- a book that gives special information. fainted- to lose consciousness for a short while. genuine- sincere, honest. local- of a certain limited space or place. apologize- to say one is sorry. proof- evidence of truth or accuracy. slimy- like slime in appearance or texture. insisted- to demand.