Kwok Homework, CVMS: March 2026

Tuesday, 31 March 2026

My collection is pretty awesome

March 31, 2026

History summary (8C)

https://docs.google.com/document/d/1BX2HT22BqoM9WfgfFT1C_WUdqMeZ6NfPN7pzEdF_IZU/edit?usp=sharing

Olympians are trained at higher altitude

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ea-JrKO4E_s

Salut 8C,

Just a reminder that your Test will now be on Tues April April 7th. As you already know, it will be on ER, IR, RE verbs plus le futur proche (aller + l'infinitif du verbe). You should have received your Practice Test yesterday. Mme Farzaneh will take it up with you so be sure to bring it back to school on Wednesday too if you are still taking it up. Make sure to check your answers and ask questions about anything you are unsure of. PLEASE take your practice test home over the weekend and continue to review in order to be prepared for your test. I will be here Thursday if you have any questions to ask me. A bientôt!

Merci

Mme Antoniou :)

Cloze passages 20 to 23

- study for math test on Thursday

Monday, 30 March 2026

Hummmmm

It is now 11:59pm on Monday, March 30, 2026.

As I am chilling on my Louis XIII Cognac at 24 Sussex Drive, nothing has happened. Everything is peaceful and quiet as I can hear the crickets in my backyard.

If you can look up the price of this Cognac from the link below, it is quite expensive, since it is one of the best in the world.

Only those with very low self-esteem would have left such foolish comments on my blog on Friday the 13th. Perhaps you should see a therapist and get help.

May I suggest Dr. Hannibal Lecter? He is a well-known psychiatrist in the field and can ease your pain.

https://www.lcbo.com/en/r-cmy-martin-louis-xiii-cognac-94433?srsltid=AfmBOoofl3tWDfwlGlmnadPkqCmeu18kWtnyK-ayI2osaW08Ne9AEeii

Grade 7 (7D) vaccines#2

Your second vaccines for Gardasil, Hepatitis, and Meningitis will take place on Tuesday, April 21.

Should eat breakfast before coming to school. The nurse will be here in the morning

March 30, 2026

Math test on Thursday April 2 (triangles and angles). Review and study. No practice test

https://docs.google.com/document/d/1k7Ozt9_lH3cBcYTo7903YFKukqX42dC_BkMptbl6W5E/edit?usp=sharing

History slides and summary (150 words) due April 13

Science test, fluids, April 14

Book review (pick a novel by April 10). I need to know the name

- book review due mid May

Cloze passage 16, 17, 18, 19

Friday, 27 March 2026

March 27, 2026

Triangle and angle test on Thursday, Review and study

- will be nice to redo some of the questions

G8 Angle solution 3

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1CJsIp-uvd6Itpr7CVZLv_nphCJfOPomK/view?usp=sharing

Science test after Easter long weekend, on Tuesday April 14 (Day 2).

- you should review the materials

Tuesday, March 31: Morning assembly on the Iranian culture (start at 9:30am, don't be late). I think there is food for everyone. . .

Thursday, 26 March 2026

March 26, 2026

8C Grad photos

- for those who will graduate, the deadline to order the grad photos is April 3. Please share the photo card with parents (with ID etc) and place an order online

- www.brightpics.ca

8A, 8C History summary due April 3, 2026

- your Google Slide is also due on that day

Cloze 8 to 11

8C Angles

https://docs.google.com/document/d/1a4_VaGbgd1mPP0mmiAy5w5_h-mBP6UNstrYkFpTTo40/edit?usp=sharing

Wednesday, 25 March 2026

8C Book Report Template

Try this with a primary picture book and complete the boxes

Robert Munch audio books - try these

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=E_XGH7Oc2iY

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FsUd6JjxMEY

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ow4vaXvs7Wc

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d8gLQvZCxCE

Use the information and complete the boxes in the template

https://docs.google.com/document/d/1NYLH-mtme_t8ysXJXYQLPgZI1rdpmpNMMrcm4Eb0U_4/edit?usp=sharing

8A, 8C History summary

For each presentation, please prepare a written summary (up to 150 words, email to kwokhomework@gmail.com) about your historic figure/event.

The summary will be distributed to the class, and a paper test based on all the presentation summaries. It will be done in mid April.

Every student in 8A and 8C can use the summaries to complete the paper test. It will be 45 minutes long, and it is important to know (not memorize) where the information is).

If the Google Slide project is not handed in, you will fail history.

Hydraulic systems

Hydraulic system

ABS on cars

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mlLYJW-yIIg

Power Brakes

Math and 7D/8C/D/E Science Tests

Math test (angles, triangles)

- Wednesday April 1st (Day 5)

Science test (8C, 8D, 8E), Tuesday April 14, Day 2

Science test, 7D, Friday, April 10th (Day 5) - heat

- fluids

- it is best if you review and study for your test during the Easter weekend

- you will forget most information if nothing is reviewed. Just like what happened during the March break week

March 25, 2026

G8 Angle solutions

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1qNrDC7I-NZYpnWZv0la2Vraw6qB6LQ1f/view?usp=sharing

8C Angle document

https://docs.google.com/document/d/1k7Ozt9_lH3cBcYTo7903YFKukqX42dC_BkMptbl6W5E/edit?usp=sharing

https://docs.google.com/document/d/1pMMi1XNJS3Ip42i3aK5ORcYTNnEUajRAuO5IenIlW28/edit?usp=sharing

Living in a warm climate is way better than living in another climate where it is cold, freezing, and devoid of cheerfulness whatsoever. [very odd first sentence]

Rephrase: It is far better living in a warmer environment than a cold one since most tend to be more

joyful and optimistic when the weather is pleasant.

There are just so many more advantages to living in a warm climate than a cold climate. For example, it’s less expensive, more free, and even more healthy. How is it less expensive? Well in colder climates, people need to buy winter related products

including winter tires, winter jackets, gloves, snowpants, hats, etc. It is also more expensive to maintain

comfort at home due to the monthly bill for heaters. [shopping list] Instead of paying monthly for heating at home or air conditioning, why not just open the window for a

cool breeze or some warm, fresh air?

Rephrase: With the price of fuel skyrocketing in the past few months, it is very possible that heating

a home or buying winter-related products such as jackets, snow tires and boots will be costly.

As most families struggle financially, this is another reason why it is better to stay in warmer regions.

Spring clothing is also easier and less expensive to buy and make, which helps the economy so nothing is too expensive to afford. Aside from costs, it is also way healthier to live in a warmer climate rather than a colder one.

First of all, it is statistically proven from a study conducted by Sigmund Freud [bad idea, he died in 1939.

That was not his researchthat people who live in sunnier regions tend to have higher levels of optimism and better mental health

than those who live in colder, darker climates. Also it is scientifically proven by Albert Einstein himself

[bad idea, he died in 1955. That was not his research] that increased sunlight exposure makes the brain

release a neurotransmitter called serotonin, which improves overall mood and mental health.

As a matter of fact, the increased sunlight exposure gives more vitamin D, which reduces links to seasonal

depression.

If you want to make up data, use a general publication instead of a famous person

E.g. According to research conducted by the University of Toronto,

In addition, because the climate is warmer, there are more opportunities for recreation and outdoor activities.

[more recreation opportunities are available to the general public so they can exercise, spend valuable family

time together instead of staying inside all day during the bitter cold winter] Outdoor recreational activities increase movement and exercise which in turn boosts the immune system and

gets the blood pumping, leading to a healthier body. Not only physically, but also mentally. [truncated short phrase] Because of the warm climate, more time is spent in nature. Taking walks, doing cardio,

and participating in activities outside stimulates endorphins and serotonin, improving long and short term mood

as well as improving sleep quality, [a list] which reduces anxiety and stress. [need to elaborate and explain better]

Elaborate with examples and justification: Imagine seeing the colourful flowers and hearing the chirping of the

robins in the garden or simply enjoying the breathtaking views from the downtown skyscrapers or the lush green

mountain in the Bruce Peninsula? These outdoor activities can only be appreciated fully when the weather is

warm and sunny.

Daily, people use cars even for the shortest routes mostly due to the cold temperature. Because of this, massive

amounts of pollution is released into the environment every day.

Destruction of ecosystems, poisoning of healthy bodies, and releasing greenhouse gases occurs every time people

start their car, where the chemicals linger in the air without any escape. [a list] This is a huge problem which can be fixed by doing something very simple: walking. In a warmer climate,

the weather is desirable enough that residents can walk comfortably to a variety of places including the

department store, restaurants, their friends’ houses, and schools. On that note, walking to places does not only

mean less pollution, but also more exercise and recreation; great for both mental and physical health. [this idea was stated before. Repetitive] Living in warmer climates boosts mental health and decreases pollution, but there are also more practical reasons. In colder climates, snow is likely, if not

certain to form. This creates a problem for all drivers because of the decreased visibility of the road, which in

turn, creates loads of accidents that result in serious injuries and even deaths. On the other hand, warmer

climates tend to have sunnier and clearer skies and atmosphere. Drivers are able to see the roads and other cars

clearly without second guessing themselves, and therefore leads to less accidents where no one dies.

In conclusion, living in a warmer climate is superior to living in a colder climate. Less accidents, less suicides,

and more importantly, less expensive.

This is an essay full of lists, going around circle
Explanation and reasons are vague and unclear. Must learn to elaborate
Look at my examples in blue
When making up research data, avoid using famous people. Instead, use an institution or publication (e.g. Times magazine, BBC document)
You are using the same words over and over again (red text)
Content 30/60, Grammar 30/40 (60%, C)
I need you to rewrite the following paragraph, and try to elaborate on your views

Tuesday, 24 March 2026

March 24, 2026

8C Angle solutions

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1kVdXh69Iuu2tKPUHCyOMZ4mo-9U1EMms/view?usp=sharing

Next ten questions

https://docs.google.com/document/d/1pMMi1XNJS3Ip42i3aK5ORcYTNnEUajRAuO5IenIlW28/edit?usp=sharing

History project

https://docs.google.com/document/d/1t1QalJT3N9B1D2TMHPoDiwfMwIsx964HDcIWS-uc3lI/edit?usp=sharing

Cloze passage 1 to 4

Monday, 23 March 2026

Don't be a coward

If you have the guts to make such foolish comments last week and warn me about March 30, be a MAN, and share that with me in front of my face.

Perhaps, you are ONLY a coward, with NO courage and guts after all!!!

Go hungry then. . . no one will pity you

None of my students from now on can comment.

I do it my way

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6pcwq2usV7Y&list=RD6pcwq2usV7Y&start_radio=1

March 23, 2026

8C Devices from your essay

https://docs.google.com/document/d/1VsX4LF-BLf1B971o5qbwxBL93NG7bwB3-y-juHK72SU/edit?usp=sharing

Math - determine angles without measuring

- do the first 10 questions

https://docs.google.com/document/d/1pMMi1XNJS3Ip42i3aK5ORcYTNnEUajRAuO5IenIlW28/edit?usp=sharing

G8 Science, Fluid review questions

https://docs.google.com/document/d/1eU8iHApCoPtq7vCRkRtmGU_xBgebA3_1XQbPndjLs3w/edit?usp=sharing

Science textbook: page 216 to 220

Friday, 13 March 2026

Customized Nike

https://www.nike.com/ca/w/nike-by-you-shoes-6ealhzy7ok

Remove background

https://www.remove.bg/

7D Shoe poster

https://docs.google.com/drawings/d/10sbZliHg-tyPmFNLOJq6VxrzlOENcyO_N7kbmeyaQYY/edit?usp=sharing

March 13, 2026

Like my island in Fiji?

https://drive.google.com/file/d/17Pw0TIIRZpMPHg855zU8T45nShiFKxKz/view?usp=sharing

Thursday, 12 March 2026

8A, 8C History Project

Pick a name or an event from the can

https://docs.google.com/document/d/1t1QalJT3N9B1D2TMHPoDiwfMwIsx964HDcIWS-uc3lI/edit?usp=sharing

Prepare a Google Slide presentation. Min of 8 slides

No Canva

If it is a person, show an image and other relevant images. There MUST be a balance between text and images

If it is an event, show a map and other relevant images. There MUST be a balance between text and images

Last slide should include the contributions of that person or the resolutions of that event

Due Friday April 3, 2026. To be shared with Kwokhomework@gmail.com

March 12, 2026

PJ Day tomorrow

8C Check your essay before writing

https://www.zerogpt.com/

Also check grade level of your writing. I will show you with the Flesch-Kincaid levels

https://goodcalculators.com/flesch-kincaid-calculator/

Hand-written copy of the superpower essay due tomorrow

Wednesday, 11 March 2026

G7 Science Air Current convection

Yummmm

You behave, do your work, study for tests, take notes in class, pay attention and I will treat you. Absolutely FREE.

Otherwise, be jealous. Membership has its privileges.

Graduation Photo Composite Payment

- complete the envelope that is given to you with Visa/MC number or cash ($28) or cheque (payable to BRIGHTPICS) and return to Kwok after March Break.

- Cannot pay through School Cash online

- The other packages will be avaliable after the break

March 11, 2026

8C SuperPower Essay

Most of the time, people become an annoyance in my everyday life. Why can’t they do what is needed to become successful? [question] Sometimes, it is a total waste of my time to even look at them, as if I need to engage more productively because time is money (metaphor). Only if they immediately turn into a golden statue, standing in the middle of the classroom, staying in stunned

silence, the day would be even better. If this can be done, money is no longer a problem as a golden figure is

worth millions. The only issue that puzzles me will be how I should spend the money to please my mind and soul.

Perhaps a monster yacht with a landing platform for the helicopter in case I like to sail to Fiji Island to watch the

beautiful sunrise in the morning? [ask a question to make the reader think] Needless to say,with a simple touch, miracles can happen with this unbelievable superpower!

After all the magical touches, suddenly, loneliness and isolation actually haunt my mind, with no one to talk to or interact with. Despite the chirping of birds, swimming with the dolphins

and thousands of zipping streaks of light in the night sky, I have begun to realize that relationships with another

human are absolutely necessary and this cannot be done with a giant sculpture standing in front of my face,

pretending to admire my superpower. The icy cold slap of a golden toilet seat (imagery, touch, cold feeling) can never be as passionate as a warm hug from my lovely wife and son.

Thus, after I turn half of the world into gold, I want to be human again with no special power.

8C Math

March 11, 2026

Obtuse triangle (one angle is more than 90°)

100° - 60° - ______, one side is 5cm

115° - 25° - ______, one side is 5cm

Quadralaterals (4 sided figures)

Two Square (four right angles, four side same length, 6cm)

Two Rectangles (four right angles, two side same length, 6cm, two side same length, 3cm))

Parallelograms (120°-120°-60°-60°, 8cm-8cm, 5cm-5cm)

Tuesday, 10 March 2026

March 10, 2026

Pizza lunch tomorrow

Picture day tomorrow. White shirts, ties

Locker clean out on Thursday. Bring a big bag to take something home

Stuffy day tomorrow (stffed animals or Kwok's disection of a frog)

Superpower introductory paragraph (use three devices in your writing. Don't have to include all devices in the introduction)

Kwok's example

For thousands of years, after the kings or queens die in different nations, they like to be buried in golden caskets that represent wealth, power and longevity in the afterworld. If I can process a power that can turn everything into pure gold with a simple touch, that will be magical since my body sparkles like a shining star in the middle of the galaxy. (simile)

Most of the time, people become an annoyance in my everyday life. Why can’t they do what is needed to become successful? Sometimes, it is a total waste of my time to even look at them, as if I need to engage more productively because time is money (metaphor). Only if they immediately turn into golden statues, standing in the middle of the classroom, staying in stunned silence, will the day be even better. If this can be done, money is no longer a problem as each golden figure is worth millions. The only issue that puzzles me will be how I should spend the money to please my mind and soul. Perhaps, a monster yacht with a landing platform for the helicopter in case I like to sail to Fiji Island to watch the beautiful sunrise in the morning? [ask a question to make the readers think] Needless to say, with a simple touch, miracles can happen with this unbelievable superpower!

Triangles

https://docs.google.com/document/d/13P2cTmF_-FmYyJ-7Ne7qF5iDszEIbWxYNJdva_bPSIo/edit?usp=sharing

Homework: with a ruler, pencil and protractor, draw

- two equilateral triangles, two right triangles, two isosceles, two acute triangles

- measure each length and each angle

- check if all three angles add up to 180°

Monday, 9 March 2026

Locker clean out on Thursday March 12

Bring a BIG bag please and take all unnecessary items home

Important: Grad Photo information

Wednesday March 11, 2026

My only tip for students would be to come prepared. We suggest a white collared shirt for the young gentlemen and for

the ladies a white collared shirt but also a white rounded neck for a shirt works nicely too. If the boys want a tie we recommend they bring one from home.

Tips from the photographer for Grad Photos

Students please prepare for your photos. Bright Pics suggest a white collared shirt for the young gentlemen and for the ladies a white collared shirt but also a white rounded neck for a shirt works nicely too. If anyone wishes to wear a tie, we recommend they bring one from home and advise the photographer.

We take four photos and the first photo is the one that goes on the composite (and in the yearbook) so we highly suggest a smile!!!

Students are reminded to bring their composite money on photo day but late envelopes we will accept too.

It will be a great day!

Say cheese!

Thank you,
Kathy
Kathy Massey @ Brightpics

March 9, 2026

Grad Photos

Wednesday March 11. Dress nicely. White collar shirt and neck ties (males), knee length blouses (females)

8A, 8C History

Conflict between Britain and France

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1yz_z8jl-SWv9FgUGsO4AF0rIDlmDcC6m/view?usp=sharing

Draw the following angles in your notebook (pencil, ruler, protractor)

40°, 80°, 15°, 45°, 70°

100°, 125°, 150°, 175°, 112°

Brainstorm the ideas of the following topic to prepare a PEE essay

If you can process one superpower, what will that be? Some examples include

(fly, invisible, turn anything into gold, run faster than a speeding train, immortality, laser vision, stronger than Hercules, teleport, mind-reading)

Points (5) Examples what you can do (5)

Explanation why that is awesome (5)

Friday, 6 March 2026

The Acadians - 8A, 8C History

The Acadians were forcibly deported by the British between 1755 and 1764 during the Seven Years' War, a period known as the Grand Dérangement (Great Upheaval). Over 10,000–18,000 Acadians were removed from their maritime homes because they refused to take an unqualified oath of allegiance to Britain, scattering them across the Thirteen Colonies, Britain, France, and eventually Louisiana, where many became Cajuns. Thousands died from disease, shipwreck, and starvation during this forced exile.

Key Aspects of the Acadian Deportation:

The Cause: British officials in Nova Scotia, led by Governor Charles Lawrence, feared the neutral French-speaking Catholic population would support France, and coveted their fertile farmlands
.

The Process: Beginning in 1755, soldiers burned homes, farms, and churches, separating families and forcing them onto ships.

Destinations:

Thirteen Colonies: Many were sent to the Atlantic coast, where they faced28 persecution.
France & Britain: Thousands were sent to Europe.
Louisiana: Many later migrated to Louisiana, evolving into the Cajun culture.

Return: After 1764, many surviving Acadians returned to the Maritime provinces, particularly New Brunswick, where their descendants live today.