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7RLA The Quest for the Sunken Keys (Argument & Information)

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Quest for the Sunken Keys

An Informational & Argumentative Underwater Escape

In the depths of the ocean, the Eel King has stolen the magical keys that unlock the hidden treasure of the ancient Aquatic Library. These keys are scattered across different underwater landscapes, guarded by complex challenges that test your reading and analytical skills. As brave explorers, you and your team must journey through treacherous waters, navigate through dark pits and lush barriers, and decode the secrets of argumentative and informational texts. Only by completing each mission and reclaiming the keys can you unlock the treasure and restore peace to the underwater world.

Your Mission

LEVEL 1: Rocky Valley

Begin your journey in the rugged Rocky Valley, where the first key is hidden. Here, you'll be introduced to the world of argument texts. Learn the essential vocabulary and concepts needed to understand and engage with argumentative writing. Use your new knowledge to crack the code and find the hidden key.

Rocky Valley: The Argument Apprentice

Claim

Evidence

IntendedAudience

Reason

Sort the definitions to their correct term.

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(1) Is your computer acting up? (2) Have your efforts to fix it been useless? (3) Are you unsure of who to call? (4) Well, we're here to help. (5) Kayser Computer Care is the best choice to fix your computer woes. (6) Our technicians are incredibly experienced, and our rates are astoundingly reasonable.

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Select the sentence that states the writer's claim.

(1) The school tardiness policy needs to be revised. (2) Students should not be punished for circumstances that are out of their control. (3) For instance, the city buses tend to run late in the wintertime. (4) Students should not be forced to wake up an hour early just to be sure that they're not five minutes late.

3/10

Select the sentence that gives a reason that supports the writer's claim?

The evidence in Sentence 3 is—

a quotation

an example

a statistic

an anecdote

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Sort the definitions to their correct term.

Logical Fallacy

Stereotyping

Rhetorical Question

Loaded Language

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Info

Rocky Valley

Enter the mission 1 password.

All CAPITALS no spaces

LEVEL 2: Dark Pit

Descend into the eerie Dark Pit, where shadows play tricks on your mind. This is the realm of deep argument analysis. Read and dissect argumentative texts, identifying claims, evidence, and audience. Your keen insight will be the torch that lights your way to the next key.

Dark Pit: The Debater's Den

Read the argumentative text "Time for a Digital Diet." Create a #HASHTAG summary for each of the paragraphs on your response sheet.After reading and finding the main ideas throughout the text, click next to move forward in the breakout.

Argumentative Text

Drag the spotlight!

Find the correct answerLook at the cartoon at the end of the selection. What is the most likely reason the author includes the cartoon?

To highlight how children have created new ways to use phonesfor play

to show the importance of recess

To indicate that children today should use phones when outside

To emphasize that phones can help children complete activities

To suggest that children are too attached to phones

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Find the correct answerWhat does the word attentive mean in paragraph 5?

Encouraging

Grateful

Understanding

Focused

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Find the correct answerBased on the information throughout the selection, how could a person put a digital diet into practice?

By adjusting the brightness of a screen when using an electronicdevice at night

By playing games over the computer with a group of friends

By memorizing different routes to avoid using a map on theinternet

By putting away the phone when eating lunch with a friend

3/11

Find the correct answerWhich detail from the selection supports the key idea that a digital diet is rewarding?

Students can use a computer to help them with homework.

Reading text messages keeps the mind alert.

Television screens offer a good source of entertainment.

Mindfulness allows us to be more present with others.

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Find the correct answer.The author uses a comparison to present the ideas in paragraph 2 so that the reader will understand that a digital diet —

causes some people to think about food

solves a number of problems for everyone

is a complicated process that requires careful planning

can help people form better habits

5/11

Find the correct answer.What is the most likely reason the author includes the phrase “Everywhere you look” in paragraph 1?

To explain that people are fascinated by trends

To show how society has only recently changed

To suggest that people want to ignore a critical issue

To emphasize a problem that is widespread

6/11

Find the correct answer.What primary claim does the author make in this selection?

Electronic devices are the main reason why people have meaningless conversations.

Individuals are spending more time indoors using screens than ever before

Children and teenagers should give up their digital devices completely.

People would benefit greatly by limiting their time withtechnology

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A B C D

Find the correct answer.What is the most likely reason the author includes a quotation in paragraph 4?

To show that people must be able to send information at all times

To highlight a typical routine of someone who regularly uses technology

To suggest that people do not know how to give up their devices

To explain what can happen when people do not take a breakfrom technology

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F G H J

Find the correct answer.Read this sentence from paragraph 5. What is the most likely reason the author uses direct address in this sentence?

To show the reader that texting is enjoyable

To help the reader develop better friendships

To encourage the reader to be more observant

To suggest that the reader take action

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Technology is an important part of people’s lives, but the time spent with digital devices needs to be balanced with other activities. A digital diet would help people limit screen time and reverse some bad habits from too much digital use. This balance could mean more time outside, more sleep, and longer attention spans. A digital diet would be worth the effort.

Most people rely on technology to communicate with others through text and email, but too much time looking at a screen creates bad habits. Instead, everyone should try to go outside during their free time so that they can get better grades in school and develop their creativity. Although a digital diet would be hard at first, it would help people in the end.

Find the correct answer.What is the best summary of the selection?

Young people depend on technology for almost everything, but too much technology can be bad. Everyone who uses digital devices needs to restrict the hours they spend with screens. People can limit their time on a screen by spending more time outside or reading a book before they go to bed. Even though computers are still needed for homework, people would benefit from less screen time.

Although electronic devices can help people, they can also be bad for people’s health. Digital overload should be replaced with a digital diet. Most people know that a food diet helps people get rid of poor eating habits, and the same is true with a digital diet. Going on a digital diet would prevent people from developing poor habits with their digital devices.

10/11

The text claims that young people spend an average of seven hours in front of a screen daily.

The text includes a counterclaim that using digital devices can be beneficial.

The text suggests that young people spend too much time using digital technology.

The author's main claim is that people should eliminate digital devices completely.

The text does not provide any expert opinions to support its arguments.

The blue light from smartphones promotes the production of melatonin.

The author believes that forming healthier digital habits is impossible.

The author concludes that a digital diet is worth the effort despite its challenges

The text claims that it is beneficial to have meaningful conversations with friends without digital distractions.

2 - FALSE

1 -TRUE

The primary purpose of the text is to entertain readers with stories about technology.

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True OR False - Drag AND DropDrag the statements to the correct column. Once sorted, the numbers in column 2, in order from least to greatest, will be your level 2 code.

Enter the level 2 code.

All numbers will no spaces

LEVEL 3: Lush barrier

Navigate through the vibrant and complex Lush Barrier. Here, the secrets of informational texts await. Familiarize yourself with the key vocabulary and elements of informational writing. By understanding the structure and purpose of these texts, you'll be able to retrieve another key from this lush labyrinth.

Lush Barrier: The Informational Haven

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Once sorted, your level 3 code will be revealed.

Sort the purpose cards to its correct text feature.

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Enter the level 3 password

All CAPITALS with no spaces

LEVEL 4: Multichannel Cave

Enter the Multichannel Cave, a twisting maze of information and intrigue. Analyze informational texts to uncover their main ideas and supporting details. Synthesize the information to form a clear understanding and locate the hidden key within this cavern of knowledge.

Multichannel Cave: The Informational Labyrinth

Read the informational text, "Watch Out: Cell Phones Can Be Addictive." Take notes about main ideas, evidence, structure, etc. on your own sheet of paper in the way that best helps you when reading and analyzing a text. After reading and taking notes, click next to move forward in the breakout.

Informational Text

“In fact, such extended cell phone use shows that the technology could become an addiction....” (Paragraph 2)

“The average college student uses a smartphone for about nine hours each day.” (Paragraph 1)

“An addiction is a type of uncontrolled and unhealthy habit.” (Paragraph 2)

“That’s longer than many of those students spend sleeping.” (Paragraph 2)

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Select the best answer based on "Watch Out: Cell Phones Can Be Addictive" Which detail best demonstrates that phone use can be harmful?

Select the best answer based on "Watch Out: Cell Phones Can Be Addictive" According to paragraph 6, How do people with cell phone addiction feel when they cannot use their phone?

confused

nervous

2/6

Select the best answer based on "Watch Out: Cell Phones Can Be Addictive" Which piece of evidence from the text best supports your answer to question 2?

“For such people, losing a phone or having its battery die could cause anxiety or panic.” (Paragraph 5)

“‘Some cell phone users show the same symptoms that a drug addict might have’” (Paragraph 4)

“Too much phone use can interfere with normal activities or cause conflicts with family and other people, he adds.” (Paragraph 6)

“Certain people use smartphones to lift their moods.” (Paragraph 4)

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Select the best answer based on "Watch Out: Cell Phones Can Be Addictive" According to the researchers, how can someone use technology more responsibly?

by thinking carefully about their use of technology

by studying its impact on emotions

by using phones but avoiding social media apps

by seeking help with social media addiction

4/6

Select the best answer based on "Watch Out: Cell Phones Can Be Addictive" Which piece of evidence from the text best supports your answer to question 4?

“As researchers keep asking questions, ask yourself some, too: How much time do you spend with your phone or other technologies?” (Paragraph 2)

“‘The important point to take away from both studies is that technology use can be addictive for some people’” (Paragraph 19)

“Someone might turn to Facebook to relieve loneliness, for example. But that person might use the site so much that it causes problems.” (Paragraph 18)

“‘Withdrawal and excessive use are certainly two legitimate symptoms of addiction’” (Paragraph 14)

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OH NO!

The red crabs have cut all of the answer choices away from the questions! In order to move forward, you must match the questions to their answers, and then answer them. The correct answers will be your level 4 code.

Enter the Mission 4 code

All CAPITALS with no spaces

LEVEL 5: Marine Opera

xplore the enchanting Marine Opera, where the songs of the sea creatures guide you. Here, you'll craft short constructed responses that demonstrate your understanding of texts. Use text evidence to support your ideas, and let your well-formed responses lead you to the penultimate key.

Marine Opera: The Response Rhapsody

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Complete the puzzle. When complete, answer the question on your response sheet using the R.A.C.E. strategy. Once you have answered the question, ask your teacher to review your work for the mission 5 code!

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Enter the password

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Face the ultimate challenge in the Battle Royale!

Let's go!

Face the ultimate challenge in the Battle Royale!

Compare and contrast the themes, structures, and purposes of the argumentative and the informational text. Use your critical thinking skills to evaluate details and determine key ideas. Successfully synthesizing this information will earn you the final key to the treasure chest.

VS

Decide whether the statement describes something from the text "Time for a Digital Diet" the poem "Watch Out! Cell Phones Can Be Addicting" or if it applies to both texts. Click the answer you choose in each row for the letter to your level 6 and final code.

Discusses the impact of digital device overuse on social interactions

Recommends limiting screen time to spend more time outdoors

Uses expert opinions to support claims

Mentions the psychological effects of cell phone overuse, such as anxiety or panic

Argues that technology can be useful when used in moderation

Enter the Level 6 (and final) password🔐

All CAPITALS with no spaces

Choose your treasure chest

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You have found a chest full of valuable relics. Get ready to strike gold when you reach the surface!

Congratulations!

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Who would have thought that inside the treasure lies... a map to another treasure? It seems like the adventures of this submarine don't end here!

Wow!

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It seems that the henchmen of King Eel have chosen you as the new sovereign. Will you choose the path of good or prefer to maintain the legacy of evil?

What a surprise!

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You've fallen for the Eel King's tricks!

Oh no! Wrong Answer!

To create a hashtag summary, read the text and pick out the key points and main ideas. Turn these into short phrases that could be used as hashtags. For example, if you read about the red crab migration on Christmas Island, you might use hashtags like #RedCrabMigration, #ChristmasIsland, and #OceanJourney. This method helps you focus on the most important parts of the text and makes it easier to remember and review the information later. It’s especially useful if you like visual summaries or need to highlight the main ideas quickly.

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