Language

Outcomes

  • Conventions of Standard English
    • 5.L.1
      Demonstrate command of the conventions of standard English grammar and usage when writing or speaking.
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    • 5.L.2
      Demonstrate command of the conventions of standard English capitalization, punctuation, and spelling when writing.
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  • Knowledge of Language
    • 5.L.3
      Use knowledge of language and its conventions when writing, speaking, reading, or listening.
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    • 5.L.3.a
      Expand, combine, and reduce sentences for meaning, reader/listener interest, and style.
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  • Vocabulary acquisition and Use
    • 5.L.4.a
      Use context (e.g., cause/effect relationships and comparisons in text) as a clue to the meaning of a word or phrase.
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    • 5.L.4.b
      Use common, grade-appropriate Greek and Latin affixes and roots as clues to the meaning of a word (e.g., photograph, photosynthesis).
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    • 5.L.5
      Demonstrate understanding of figurative language, word relationships, and nuances in word meanings.
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    • 5.L.5.a
      Interpret figurative language, including similes and metaphors, in context.
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    • 5.L.5.c
      Use the relationship between particular words (e.g., synonyms, antonyms, homographs) to better understand each of the words.
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    • 5.L.6
      Acquire and use accurately grade-appropriate general academic and domain-specific words and phrases, including those that signal contrast, addition, and other logical relationships (e.g., however, although, nevertheless, similarly, moreover, in addition).
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