Friday, December 9, 2016

Mini Biographies and Writer's Workshop: Character Traits

Amelia Earhart:
Where was she born?
In Atchison, Kansas.
When was she born?
July 24, 1897.
What was her occupation?
Aviator.
What is she most known for?
Being the first woman to fly solo across the Atlantic Ocean
2 interesting facts about her life:
She disappeared on July 2, 1937 over the Pacific Ocean. She was declared dead on January 5, 1939.
She took her first flight when she was seven years old.

Martin Luther King Jr:
Where was he born?
In Atlanta GA
When was he born?
January 15, 1929
What was his occupation?
Civil Rights Leader
What is he most known for?
 Advancing the Civil Rights Moment and his ''I Have a Dream'' Speech.
2 interesting facts about his life:
He Died on April 4, 1968 in Memphis, TN.
He was so smart that he skipped 2 grades in high school.

Squanto:
Where was he born?
Plymouth Bay, Massachusetts.
When was he born?
1585 (actual date unknown)
What was his occupation?
Interpreter, Teacher
What is he most known for?
Helping the pilgrims survive their first winter in America.
2 interesting facts about his life:
Died November 30, 1622 in Chatham.
Helped Pilgrims Survive their first winter in America.

Susan B Anthony:
Where was she born?
In Adams Massachusetts.
When was she born?
February 15, 1820
What was her occupation?
Civil Rights Leader.
What is she most known for?
Fighting for woman's right to vote.
2 interesting facts about her life:
Died March 13, 1906 in Rochester New York,
She was a Woman's rights leader in the 1800's.

Writer's Workshop: Character Traits
(Identify two character traits that made Martin Luther King Jr stand out. Use evidence from his life to explain why he had these traits)
According to the text, Martin Luther King Jr was so brave, he helped Rosa Parks to get out of jail. King was also caring. For example, he fought for equality and good treatment for everyone. He was very smart, so smart that he skipped 2 grades in high school. He was so confident that he gave his ''I have a dream'' speech and he won't be forgotten.