Conventions of Standard English

Outcomes

  • 4.L.1
    Demonstrate command of the conventions of standard English grammar and usage when writing or speaking.
    Examples
  • 4.L.1.a
    Use relative pronouns (who, whose, whom, which, that) and relative adverbs (where, when, why).
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  • 4.L.1.b
    Form and use the progressive (e.g., I was walking; I am walking; I will be walking) verb tenses.
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  • 4.L.1.g
    Correctly use frequently confused words (e.g., to, too, two; there, their).*
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  • 4.L.2
    Demonstrate command of the conventions of standard English capitalization, punctuation, and spelling when writing.
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  • 4.L.2.d
    Spell grade-appropriate words correctly, consulting references as needed.
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