Lab Activities
Lab Activity 18: Practice with Explaining a Process
 
 
Objective: To put the steps of a process in order.

Step 2: Put the steps of each of the following processes in order.


     

1. Selecting a good restaurant 

Using the pulldown boxes, match each item on the left to the corresponding item at right.

A. Read reviews.
B. Look at a sample menu posted outside.
C. Drive by the restaurant and see how it looks from the outside.
D. When the reviews aren't helpful, ask friends.


     

2. Brushing your teeth 

Using the pulldown boxes, match each item on the left to the corresponding item at right.

A. Brush all of your teeth, on all sides.
B. Open the toothpaste.
C. Put the toothbrush in your mouth.
D. Rinse the toothpaste out of your mouth.
E. Put a dab of toothpaste on the brush.
F. Hold the toothbrush with the bristles facing up.


     

3. Making an apple pie 

Using the pulldown boxes, match each item on the left to the corresponding item at right.

A. Mix the apples with sugar, cinnamon, lemon juice, and butter.
B. Put the top crust on and bake the pie in the oven.
C. Pour the apple mixture into the pie crust.
D. Peel, core, and slice the apples.
E. Wash the apples.
F. Before everything else, make the crust.


     

4. Washing the dishes 

Using the pulldown boxes, match each item on the left to the corresponding item at right.

A. Dry the dishes with a clean towel.
B. Fill a clean sink with very warm water.
C. Using a sponge or wash rag, scrub the wet, soapy dishes until no stains remain.
D. Put the dishes in the soapy water.
E. Put the dish soap in the water.
F. Rinse the soapy dishes with clean water.


     

5. Choosing a book to read for fun 

Using the pulldown boxes, match each item on the left to the corresponding item at right.

A. Next, look at the book covers for something that catches your eye.
B. At the bookstore, first read the staff comments.
C. Then read the back covers or inside flaps for a description of the book.
D. Finally, flip through the pages and skim random passages.
E. Before going to the store, ask friends for recommendations.


     

6. Taking a message 

Using the pulldown boxes, match each item on the left to the corresponding item at right.

A. As neatly as possible, write down the caller's name and number.
B. Finally, write down the message neatly.
C. Write down whom the message is for.
D. Ask for the caller's name and telephone number.
E. Have a paper and pen handy.


     

7. Saving a file in Microsoft Word 

Using the pulldown boxes, match each item on the left to the corresponding item at right.

A. Finally, if you want to save it on a disk, go to the "save in" box and click on "a" and click "save"; otherwise, just click "save."
B. First, click on the word "file" in the toolbar at the top of the screen.
C. If you are going to use this file on another computer or send it to someone, go to the "save as type" box and click on "rich text format."
D. Then, click on "save."
E. When the "save" window comes up, go to the "file name" box and type in the name you want to give your file.


     

8. Getting dressed for a first date 

Using the pulldown boxes, match each item on the left to the corresponding item at right.

A. Choose something flattering but comfortable.
B. Then think about what impression you want to create.
C. Make sure all your buttons are buttoned and all your zippers are zipped.
D. Also consider the weather.
E. After you have the clothes on, check yourself in the mirror.
F. First, consider where you're going.


     

9. Doing a lab experiment in a chemistry class 

Using the pulldown boxes, match each item on the left to the corresponding item at right.

A. Don't do anything until you have read the instructions carefully.
B. Assemble all of your instruments, beakers, and chemicals, as indicated by the instructions.
C. Write your lab report.
D. Then perform each step in the instructions carefully and in the correct order.
E. Finally, clean up your lab station.
F. Be sure to take detailed notes as the experiment progresses.


     

10. Writing a rough draft of a paragraph 

Using the pulldown boxes, match each item on the left to the corresponding item at right.

A. Begin by choosing a topic.
B. Then use prewriting strategies to get your ideas on paper.
C. Next, write a topic sentence with a general topic and a limiting idea that gives your reader an overall idea of what your paragraph will include.
D. Once you have selected your support points, organize your ideas, using transitions to connect your support points for your reader.
E. Write a rough draft of your paragraph.
F. Select convincing support points that prove your topic sentence and specific details that come from your own experience, from the experiences of someone you know, or from other trusted sources.







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