GRADE 12 High school students enhance reading comprehension skills using structural analysis. Students expand their vocabulary and knowledge of words through context, word study, and multi-media resources. They read and comprehend grade appropriate text with fluency and expand their use of reading strategies and skills across content areas. They use the writing process to compose a variety of multi-paragraph texts with an awareness of audience and purpose. Students revise drafts and then edit for mechanics, word usage, and sentence structure. They formulate questions, research a topic, and write multi-paragraph text to inform or persuade. Students also write summaries. Students may publish their work. They participate in and sometimes lead group discussions. Students expand active listening skills and demonstrate public speaking techniques. English Language Arts Standards Content Standard 1.0 Students know and use word analysis skills and strategies to comprehend new words encountered in text and to develop vocabulary. All indicators include both literary and expository text. All indicators are based on grade-appropriate text and skills. All indicators are used to aid comprehension. At a minimum, students will maintain previously-learned skills and attain the following: 1.12.3 I/L Decode unknown words in text using structural analysis through base words root words suffixes prefixes syllables compound words 1.12.4 I/L Comprehend, build, and extend vocabulary using homographs homophones syntax parts of speech synonyms antonyms I/S Comprehend, build, and extend vocabulary using context clues structural analysis I/L Apply alphabetic order to locate words in resources. SE/TE: Vocabulary Development, 66, 121, 136, 197, 280, 306, 359, 377, 398, 417, 492, 537, 597, 627, 663, 704, 745, 754, 793, 851, 865, 879, 908, 930, 988, 1007, 1084, 1150, 1168, 1186, 1205, 1243, 1270, 1279, 1279, 1357, 1431 SE/TE: Synonym, 32, 89, 152, 306, 502, 537, 551, 645, 685, 745, 766, 793, 919, 1038, 1150, 1186, 1243, 1279; Antonym, 32, 89, 166, 359, 537, 566, 851, 919, 1007, 1051 SE/TE: Roots, 66, 197, 280, 306, 359, 398, 417, 537, 627, 663, 704, 754, 793, 851, 879, 908, 908, 930, 1084, 1150, 1168, 1186, 1205, 1243, 1279, 1279, 1357, 1431; Suffixes, 121, 704, 745, 865, 930, 988; Prefixes, 136, 377, 492, 597, 704, 930, 1007, 1270; Context clues, check, 137, 140, 141, 143, 145, 151; also see: Vocabulary in context: SAT: Critical Reading, Sentence Completion, 231, 459, 711, 937, 1117, SAT: Reading Comprehension, Sentence Completion, 1485 SE/TE: Vocabulary Workshop: Dictionaries and other resources, 224; also see: Dictionary, 646, 650, 652, 662, 707 1
I/L Use resources to find and/ or confirm meaning of unknown words word origins Greek word roots Latin word roots I/L Evaluate authors use of connotation and denotation in text. I/L Build vocabulary using pictures symbols 1.12.5 I/L Apply knowledge of content-specific vocabulary in text to build comprehension. I/L Read fluently aloud and/or silently with a focus on prosody accuracy automaticity reading rate SE/TE: Vocabulary Workshop: Dictionaries and other resources, 224, Words from mythology, 452, Etymology: political science/history terms, 704, Etymology of science, medical, mathematical terms, 930, Cognates and borrowed words, 1478; also see: Roots, 66, 197, 280, 306, 359, 398, 417, 537, 627, 663, 704, 754, 793, 851, 879, 908, 908, 930, 1084, 1150, 1168, 1186, 1205, 1243, 1279, 1279, 1357, 1431 SE/TE: Connotation, Denotation, 152 Texts: Map, 3, 16, 237, 576, 601, 816, 906; Photographs, 73, 74, 438, 571, 573, 814, 815, 1287, 1289, 1292 1293, 1455; Illustration, 437; Painting, 574, 905; Graph, 812; Chart, 600, 813; Schedule, 602; Diagram, 1456 SE/TE: Vocabulary Workshop: Words from mythology, 452, Etymology: political science/history terms, 704, Etymology of science, medical, mathematical terms, 930; also see: Genre focus with definitions of literary terms: The Changing English Language: Beginnings of English, 7, A Man of Fire-New Words, 241, No Harmless Drudge, He, 469, The Romantic Age, 723, Euphemisms: the Fig Leaves of Language, 949, Britspeak, A to Zed, 1129; Focus on Literary Forms: Epic, 34 35, Drama, 308 309, Essay, 678 679, Lyric poetry, 774 775, Novel, 990 991, Short story, 1216 1217 SE/TE: Reading rate, adjust, 991; also see: Reread, 35, 123, 126, 127, 128, 130, 135; Sentences, break down, 679; Sentences, read poetry in, 1400, 1403, 1407, 1409; Dialogue, read aloud, 1473 2
Nevada English Language Arts Standards Content Standard 2.0 Students use reading process skills and strategies to build comprehension. All indicators include both literary and expository text. All indicators are based on grade-appropriate text and skills. All indicators are used to aid comprehension. At a minimum, students will maintain previously-learned skills and attain the following: 2.12.1 I/L Select before reading strategies appropriate to text and purpose to preview text access prior knowledge build background knowledge set purpose for reading make predictions determine reading rate determine text type 2.12.2 I/L Select during reading strategies appropriate to text and purpose to use self-correcting strategies make, confirm, and revise predictions understand and use key vocabulary identify main idea and supporting details make inferences adjust reading rate apply knowledge of text type SE/TE: Predictions, make/confirm, 758, 1244; Reading rate, adjust, 991; Informational Texts: predict content and purpose, 1022; Background knowledge, apply, 1340; also see: Sentences, break down, 679; Sentences, read poetry in, 1400, 1403, 1407, 1409 SE/TE: Main idea, determine, 38, 42, 45, 48, 51, 52, 53, 58, 61, 65, 168, 196, 252, 254, 305; Paraphrasing, 42, 45, 48, 51, 52, 53, 58, 61, 65, 309, 668, 670, 880, 883, 887, 888, 893; Clarity of meaning, analyze, 82, 85, 86, 89, 342, 343, 350, 353, 358; Comprehension, repair, 95, 98, 106, 108, 112, 115, 120, 123, 126, 127, 128, 130, 135, 588, 592, 596, 852, 856, 864, 1191, 1193, 1203, 1204; Summarize, 168, 172, 176, 181, 183, 186, 189, 194, 196, 282, 283, 289, 291, 1366, 1370, 1376; Author's perspective, analyze, 436, 480, 484, 491, 708, 934; Author's philosophical assumptions, analyze, 680, 685, 958, 974, 1038, 1138, 1141, 1148; Author's beliefs, analyze, 958, 974, 1086, 1093, 1094; Author's assumptions, analyze, 1028, 1030, 1035, 1149 3
2.12.3 I/L Select after reading strategies SE/TE: Main idea, determine, 65, 254; appropriate to text and purpose to Paraphrasing, 65, 893; Clarity of meaning, recall details analyze, 89, 358; Summarize, 196, 291, 1376; Author's perspective, analyze, 491; Author's restate main ideas purpose, 662, 1006, 1308; Author's organize information philosophical assumptions, analyze, 685, 974, record information 1148; Author's beliefs, analyze, 974, 1094; synthesize text Author's assumptions, analyze, 1035, 1149; also see: Critical Reading, 29, 37, 64, 80, 119, 150, evaluate text 165, 183, 204, 208, 210, 260, 269, 276, 287, evaluate the effectiveness of reading strategies 301, 339, 355, 375, 396, 415, 428, 434, 483, 490, 500, 508, 510, 513, 550, 556, 616, 625, 643, 653, 675, 739, 791, 808, 849, 863, 869, 872, 876, 889, 907, 968, 973, 984, 1004, 1020, 1037, 1047, 1049, 1059, 1076, 1090, 1143, 1146, 1175, 1178, 1184, 1212, 1234, 1241, 1277, 1291, 1305, 1311, 1326, 1336, 1347, 1364, 1369, 1371, 1375, 1386, 1390, 1394, 1398, 1408, 1413, 1414, 1429, 1442, 1466 Nevada English Language Arts Standards Content Standard 3.0 Students read literary text to comprehend, interpret, and evaluate authors, cultures, and times. All indicators are based on literary text. All indicators are based on grade-appropriate text and skills. All indicators are used to aid comprehension. At a minimum, students will maintain previously-learned skills and attain the following: 3.12.1 I/S Analyze setting. SE/TE: Setting, 137, 151, 1340, 1342, 1349, 1351, 1356 I/S Analyze plot development with a focus on climax resolution turning point I/L Analyze plot development with a focus on exposition rising action falling action SE/TE: Plot, 990, 1216, 1218, 1224, 1226, 1228, 1230, 1237, 1238, 1242 SE/TE: Plot, 990, 1216, 1218, 1224, 1226, 1228, 1230, 1237, 1238, 1242 I/S Describe internal and external conflict. SE/TE: Conflict, internal/external, 360, 364, 366, 373, 376, 1340 I/S Describe main plot and subplots. SE/TE: Plot, 990, 1216, 1218, 1224, 1226, 1228, 1230, 1237, 1238, 1242 I/S Analyze how one event may cause another event. SE/TE: Cause-and-effect relationships, 360, 363, 365, 367, 370, 376, 1218, 1222, 1225, 1227, 1228, 1233, 1238, 1239, 1242 I/S Analyze an author s use of flashback. SE/TE: Flashback, 1216, 1296, 1301, 1306 I/S Analyze an author s use of foreshadowing. SE/TE: Foreshadowing, 1216 4
I/S Make inferences and draw conclusions about setting and plot based on evidence. 3.12.2 I/S Evaluate methods of characterization used by the author. I/S Describe the motivation for a character s actions. SE/TE: For related activities see: Setting, 137, 151, 1340, 1342, 1349, 1351, 1356; Plot, 990, 1216, 1218, 1224, 1226, 1228, 1230, 1237, 1238, 1242 SE/TE: Characterization, 95, 98, 101, 103, 106, 107, 110, 115, 117, 120, 1340, 1345, 1350, 1354, 1418, 1422, 1423, 1424, 1425, 1427, 1428, 1429, 1430, 1434, 1437, 1439, 1443 SE/TE: Characters, static/dynamic (identify causes of characters actions), 1418, 1422, 1423, 1424, 1425, 1427, 1428, 1429, 1430; also see: Characterization, 95, 98, 101, 103, 106, 107, 110, 115, 117, 120, 1345, 1350, 1354, 1434, 1437, 1439, 1443 I/S Analyze author s development of characters. SE/TE: Characterization, 95, 98, 101, 103, 106, 107, 110, 115, 117, 120, 1340, 1345, 1350, 1354, 1418, 1422, 1423, 1424, 1425, 1427, 1428, 1429, 1430, 1434, 1437, 1439, 1443 I/S Make inferences and draw conclusions about a character(s) based on evidence. SE/TE: Characters, static/dynamic (identify causes of characters actions), 1418, 1422, 1423, 1424, 1425, 1427, 1428, 1429, 1430; also see: Characterization, 95, 98, 101, 103, 106, 107, 110, 115, 117, 120, 1345, 1350, 1354, 1434, 1437, 1439, 1443 3.12.3 I/S Analyze a theme based on evidence. SE/TE: Theme, 264, 270, 504, 508, 510, 514, 702, 990, 1040, 1043, 1047, 1049, 1050, 1216, 1218, 1242, 1244, 1247, 1248, 1250, 1252, 1257, 1258, 1259, 1264, 1268, 1269, 1272, 1308, 1310, 1312, 1313, 1315, 1358, 1363, 1365, 1388, 1390, 1393, 1396, 1437 I/L Compare themes generated by a single topic. SE/TE: Universal themes, compare, 264, 270; Similar themes, analyze, 504, 513, 514, 1316, 1320, 1323, 1325, 1326, 1329, 1330, 1332, 1334, 1337 I/S Explain a lesson learned based on events and/or a character s actions. 3.12.4 I/S Evaluate the effect of an author s use of first-person point of view third-person limited point of view third-person omniscient point of view I/L Distinguish between third-person limited and third-person omniscient point of view. 3.12.5 I/S Evaluate the use and purpose of imagery figurative language SE/TE: Parable, 296, 301, 305; also see: Characterization and theme, 1434, 1437, 1439, 1443 SE/TE: Point of view, 588, 591, 593, 596, 1191, 1194, 1195, 1244, 1252, 1257, 1258, 1269 SE/TE: Point of view, 588, 591, 593, 596, 1191, 1194, 1195, 1244, 1252, 1257, 1258, 1269 SE/TE: Figurative language, 774, 852, 855, 858, 864; Imagery, 378, 382, 383, 385, 388, 389, 393, 395, 397, 702, 775, 866, 870, 872, 874, 878 5
I/L Identify the effects of rhythm and rhyme on text. I/L Evaluate the use and purpose of sound devices dialect slang formal language informal language 3.12.6 I/S Evaluate the use of stylistic devices to create tone and mood. I/L Compare uses of stylistic devices to create mood. SE/TE: Rhythm, 18, 32, 1086, 1090; Rhyme, 775, 818, 850; Meter, 1090, 1094, 1400, 1403, 1404, 1405, 1409; Free verse, 1388, 1400 SE/TE: Dialect, 732, 741, 744; Poetic sound devices, 818, 821, 823, 828, 830, 832, 834, 835, 837, 841, 848, 850; also see: Formal Informal essay, 678 SE/TE: Comparing Literary Works: Tone, 662; Tone, 1272, 1275, 1278; Mood and Theme, 1040, 1043, 1047, 1049, 1050 SE/TE: Comparing Literary Works: Tone, 662; Tone, 1272, 1275, 1278; Mood and Theme, 1040, 1043, 1047, 1049, 1050; also see: Style, 1366, 1376, 1388, 1390, 1393, 1396, 1399 I/S Explain the use of irony. SE/TE: Irony, 366, 376, 610, 614, 626, 1072, 1308, 1313, 1315, 1319, 1322, 1323, 1331, 1334, 1337 I/L Analyze uses of various types of irony. SE/TE: Dramatic irony, 360, 366, 376; Situational irony, 1337; also see: Irony, 610, 614, 626, 1072, 1308, 1313, 1315, 1319, 1322, 1323, 1331, 1334 3.12.7 I/L Analyze the influence of historical events and culture. SE/TE: Historical context, understand, 18, 28, 32, 679; Historical writing, 82, 85, 88, 89; Comparing Literary Works: Frame stories across cultures, 156; Relate to historical period, 558, 566, 1043, 1154, 1156, 1158, 1167; Understand historical period, 779, 782, 784, 792; Cultural conflict, 1316, 1319, 1330, 1337; Knowledge of history, apply, 1340, 1343, 1346, 1350, 1351, 1352, 1355, 1356; also see: Snapshot of the period, 2 3, 236 237, 464 465, 716 717, 942 943, 1122 1123; Historical and Literary Background, 4 13, 238 247, 466 475, 718 727, 944 953, 1124 1133; Essential Questions of the Literary Period, 14, 248, 476, 728, 954, 1134; Literary History, 90 91, 155 156, 310 311, 516 517, 540 541, 796 797, 992 993, 1010 1011, 1152 1153, 1160 1161, 1208 1209, 1432 1433, 1460 1461 6
I/L Analyze the influence of historical events and culture on author s works. I/L Analyze the influence of an author s work on historical events. 3.12.8 I/S Make and revise predictions based on evidence. SE/TE: Historical context, understand, 18, 28, 32, 679; Historical writing, 82, 85, 88, 89; Comparing Literary Works: Frame stories across cultures, 156; Relate to historical period, 558, 566, 1043, 1154, 1156, 1158, 1167; Understand historical period, 779, 782, 784, 792; Cultural conflict, 1316, 1319, 1330, 1337; Knowledge of history, apply, 1340, 1343, 1346, 1350, 1351, 1352, 1355, 1356; also see: Snapshot of the period, 2 3, 236 237, 464 465, 716 717, 942 943, 1122 1123; Historical and Literary Background, 4 13, 238 247, 466 475, 718 727, 944 953, 1124 1133; Essential Questions of the Literary Period, 14, 248, 476, 728, 954, 1134; Literary History, 90 91, 155 156, 310 311, 516 517, 540 541, 796 797, 992 993, 1010 1011, 1152 1153, 1160 1161, 1208 1209, 1432 1433, 1460 1461; The British Tradition, 22, 116, 483, 637, 738, 783, 839, 917, 966, 1165, 1238, 1301, 1449 SE/TE: Bede: from A History of the English Church and People, 84; Queen Elizabeth I: from Speech Before Her Troops, 285; Charles II: Declaration to London 1666, 578; Lord John Russell: Speech in Favor of Reform, 899; Sir Robert Peel: Speech Against Reform, 901; Thomas Babington Macaulay: On The Passing Of The Reform Bill, 905; Mary Wollstonecraft Shelley: from A Vindication of the Rights of Woman, 916; Jonathan Swift: A Modest Proposal, 617; Joseph Addison: from The Aims of The Spectator, 682; Virginia Woolf: from A Room of One's Own, 1202; Winston Churchill: Wartime Speech, 1287; Arthur C. Clarke: from We'll Never Conquer Space, 1446 SE/TE: Predictions, make/confirm, 758, 762, 765, 1244, 1249, 1251, 1252, 1256, 1259, 1267, 1269 7
3.12.9 I/L Make connections to self, other text, and/or the world. SE/TE: Comparing Literary Works, 18, 32, 156, 196, 212, 252, 261, 270, 290, 296, 305, 421, 435, 480, 541, 551, 558, 566, 580, 662, 662, 662, 676, 732, 744, 753, 753, 779, 792, 797, 809, 850, 852, 864, 878, 893, 908, 919, 987, 1011, 1069, 1083, 1094, 1209, 1215, 1365; Historical context, understand, 18, 28, 32, 679; Historical writing, 82, 85, 88, 89; Relate to historical period, 558, 566, 1043, 1154, 1156, 1158, 1167; Understand historical period, 779, 782, 784, 792; Historical period: connect to, 1040, 1050; Cultural conflict, 1316, 1319, 1330, 1337; Knowledge of history, apply, 1340, 1343, 1346, 1350, 1351, 1352, 1355, 1356; also see: Contemporary Connection: King Arthur: Legendary Hero, Broadway Star!, 13, William Shakespeare: To Be or Not to Be...A Rocker!, 247, John Milton: Epic Poet or Computer Visionary?, 475, Jane Austen, Movie Star, 727, The Brontës: Fantasy Forerunners, 953, George Orwell: More Relevant Than Ever!, 1133 I/L Use information to answer specific questions. SE/TE: Test Practice: Informational Texts, 213, 291, 441, 581, 603, 713, 1027, 1070, 1295; for related activities, also see: Critical Reading, 29, 37, 64, 80, 119, 150, 165, 183, 204, 208, 210, 260, 269, 276, 287, 301, 339, 355, 375, 396, 415, 428, 434, 483, 490, 500, 508, 510, 513, 550, 556, 616, 625, 643, 653, 675, 739, 791, 808, 849, 863, 869, 872, 876, 889, 907, 968, 973, 984, 1004, 1020, 1037, 1047, 1049, 1059, 1076, 1090, 1143, 1146, 1175, 1178, 1184, 1212, 1234, 1241, 1277, 1291, 1305, 1311, 1326, 1336, 1347, 1364, 1369, 1371, 1375, 1386, 1390, 1394, 1398, 1408, 1413, 1414, 1429, 1442, 1466 I/L Summarize information. SE/TE: Summarize, 168, 172, 176, 181, 183, 186, 189, 194, 196, 282, 283, 289, 291, 1366, 1370, 1376 I/L Synthesize information. SE/TE: Critical Reading: Synthesize, 25, 29, 64, 375, 616, 643, 764, 889 I/L Paraphrase information. SE/TE: Paraphrasing, 42, 45, 48, 51, 52, 53, 58, 61, 65, 309, 668, 670, 880, 883, 887, 888, 893 8
Nevada English Language Arts Standards Content Standard 4.0 Students read expository and persuasive texts to comprehend, interpret, and evaluate for specific purposes. All indicators are based on expository text. All indicators are based on grade-appropriate text and skills. All indicators are used to aid comprehension. At a minimum, students will maintain previously-learned skills and attain the following: 4.12.1 E/I/S Evaluate information from illustrations graphs charts titles text boxes diagrams headings maps I/L Evaluate information from table of contents glossaries indices I/S Identify and explain the use of bold-faced words underlined words highlighted words italicized words I/L Identify and explain the use of abbreviations acronyms parenthetical expressions 4.12.2 I/L Analyze the use of dialect slang idioms informal and formal language E/I/S Analyze the use of figurative language analogies Texts: Map, 3, 16, 237, 576, 601, 816, 906; Photographs, 73, 74, 438, 571, 573, 814, 815, 1287, 1289, 1292 1293, 1455; Illustration, 437; Painting, 574, 905; Graph, 812; Chart, 600, 813; Schedule, 602; Diagram, 1456 SE/TE: For related activities see: Vocabulary Workshop: Dictionaries and other resources, 224; Informational Texts: evaluate information from text features, 598 603, evaluate information from charts, graphs, illustrations, 810 817, predict content and purpose, 1022 1027; Glossary, R1 R6; Spanish Glossary, R7 R13 SE/TE: Informational Texts: text features, analyzing and evaluating, 198 213, evaluate information from text features, 598 603, evaluate information from charts, graphs, illustrations, 810 817, predict content and purpose, 1022 1027 SE/TE: Parentheses, R64 SE/TE: Vocabulary Workshop: Idioms, 1110; also see: The Changing English Language: Beginnings of English, 7, A Man of Fire-New Words, 241, No Harmless Drudge, He, 469, The Romantic Age, 723, Euphemisms: the Fig Leaves of Language, 949, Britspeak, A to Zed, 1129 SE/TE: Analogy, 1444, 1453 9
I/S Explain words and phrases that reveal an author s tone. I/L Explain how language clarifies ideas and concepts. I/S Explain how language is used for the purpose of persuasion propaganda I/L Describe how an author uses concrete examples to explain abstract ideas. I/S Evaluate intended and unintended effects of persuasive and/or propaganda techniques in various media. SE/TE: Persuasive techniques, 222, 910, 929, 1062; Rhetorical questions, 223, 451; Informational Texts: evaluate author s purpose and perspective, 436 441, rhetorical devices, analyze, 896 909, determine essential message, analyze rhetorical devices, 1284 1295 SE/TE: Clarity of meaning, analyze, 82, 85, 86, 89; Informational Texts: summarizing, restating main ideas, 282 291, evaluate author s purpose and perspective, 436 441, rhetorical devices, analyze, 896 909, determine essential message, analyze rhetorical devices, 1284 1295 SE/TE: Persuasive techniques, 222, 910, 929, 1062; Rhetorical questions, 223, 451; Informational Texts: evaluate author s purpose and perspective, 436 441, rhetorical devices, analyze, 896 909, determine essential message, analyze rhetorical devices, 1284 1295 SE/TE: Author's arguments, outline, 1462, 1464, 1467; also see: Clarity of meaning, analyze, 82, 85, 86, 89; Informational Texts: summarizing, restating main ideas, 282 291, evaluate author s purpose and perspective, 436 441, rhetorical devices, analyze, 896 909, determine essential message, analyze rhetorical devices, 1284 1295 SE/TE: Communication Workshop: Political advertisement (non-print) analyze, 928 929, Entertainment Media, analyze, 1108 1109, Media coverage of same event, analyze, 1476 1477 4.12.3 I/S Analyze a theme based on evidence. SE/TE: Analyze and Evaluate Similar Themes, 1316, 1320, 1323, 1325, 1326, 1330, 1331, 1337 I/L Compare themes generated by a single topic. SE/TE: Analyze and Evaluate Similar Themes, 1316, 1320, 1323, 1325, 1326, 1330, 1331, 1337 I/S Evaluate the impact of sequential and/or chronological order. I/S Evaluate a cause and its effect on events and/or relationships Texts: transit map and schedule, annual report, 598 603, technical documents: technical article, press release, 1454 1459; also sees: Snapshot of the period, 2 3, 236 237, 464 465, 716 717, 942 943, 1122 1123; Time line (Historical and Literary Background), 4 13, 238 247, 466 475, 718 727, 944 953, 1124 1133 SE/TE: Informational Texts: analyze cause-andeffect relationships, 1454 1459 I/S Evaluate a problem and its solution. SE/TE: Problem-and-solution essay, 1338 10
I/S Describe a main idea based on evidence. SE/TE: Author's arguments, outline, 1462, 1464, 1467; also see: Clarity of meaning, analyze, 82, 85, 86, 89; Informational Texts: summarizing, restating main ideas, 282 291, evaluate author s purpose and perspective, 436 441, rhetorical devices, analyze, 896 909, determine essential message, analyze rhetorical devices, 1284 1295 I/L Compare events. I/L Evaluate the author s use of organizational structure. I/S Evaluate the development of an author s argument, viewpoint, and/or perspective. 4.12.4 I/L Make inferences about an author s culture and historical viewpoints. I/L Evaluate the influence of historical events and culture. Texts: speech, eyewitness account, 282 290, diary, policy statement, 568 581, parliamentary debate, letters, 896 909, speech, government memorandum, 1284 1295; Communication Workshop: Media coverage of same event, analyze, 1476 1477 SE/TE: Applying an Expository Critique, 1444, 1447, 1448, 1453; also see: Informational Texts: rhetorical devices, analyze, 896 909, determine essential message, analyze rhetorical devices, 1284 1295, analyze cause-and-effect relationships, 1454 1459 SE/TE: Author's arguments, outline, 1462, 1464, 1467; also see: Clarity of meaning, analyze, 82, 85, 86, 89; Informational Texts: summarizing, restating main ideas, 282 291, evaluate author s purpose and perspective, 436 441, rhetorical devices, analyze, 896 909, determine essential message, analyze rhetorical devices, 1284 1295 SE/TE: Author's purpose (essays and social commentary), 628, 635, 638, 644, 646, 656, 662, 910, 913, 919, 997; Author's philosophical assumptions, analyze, 680, 685; also see: Historical writing, 82, 85, 88, 89; Relate to historical period, 558, 566, 1043, 1154, 1156, 1158, 1167; Cultural conflict, 1316, 1319, 1330, 1337; Knowledge of history, apply, 1340, 1343, 1346, 1350, 1351, 1352, 1355, 1356 SE/TE: Historical writing, 82, 85, 88, 89; Relate to historical period, 558, 566, 1043, 1154, 1156, 1158, 1167; Cultural conflict, 1316, 1319, 1330, 1337; Knowledge of history, apply, 1340, 1343, 1346, 1350, 1351, 1352, 1355, 1356; also see: Essential Questions of the Literary Period, 14, 248, 476, 728, 954, 1134; Literary History, 90 91, 155 156, 310 311, 516 517, 540 541, 796 797, 992 993, 1010 1011, 1152 1153, 1160 1161, 1208 1209, 1432 1433, 1460 1461 11
I/L Evaluate the influence of historical events and culture on author s works. 4.12.5 I/L Make connections to self, other text, and/or the world. SE/TE: Author's purpose (essays and social commentary), 628, 635, 638, 644, 646, 656, 662, 910, 913, 919, 997; Author's philosophical assumptions, analyze, 680, 685; also see: Historical writing, 82, 85, 88, 89; Relate to historical period, 558, 566, 1043, 1154, 1156, 1158, 1167; Cultural conflict, 1316, 1319, 1330, 1337; Knowledge of history, apply, 1340, 1343, 1346, 1350, 1351, 1352, 1355, 1356 SE/TE: Comparing Literary Works: Primary sources, 212, 290, 580, 908, 1069, Persuasive techniques, 296, 305, 919, Writing about daily life, 732, 744, Social commentary/criticism, 753, 1011; Relate to historical period, 558, 566, 1043, 1154, 1156, 1158, 1167; Historical period: connect to, 1040, 1050; Knowledge of history, apply, 1340, 1343, 1346, 1350, 1351, 1352, 1355, 1356; also see: Contemporary Connection: King Arthur: Legendary Hero, Broadway Star!, 13, William Shakespeare: To Be or Not to Be...A Rocker!, 247, John Milton: Epic Poet or Computer Visionary?, 475, Jane Austen, Movie Star, 727, The Brontës: Fantasy Forerunners, 953, George Orwell: More Relevant Than Ever!, 1133 I/S Use information to answer specific questions. Test Practice: Informational Texts, 213, 291, 441, 581, 603, 713, 1027, 1070, 1295; for related activities, also see: Critical Reading, 29, 37, 64, 80, 119, 150, 165, 183, 204, 208, 210, 260, 269, 276, 287, 301, 339, 355, 375, 396, 415, 428, 434, 483, 490, 500, 508, 510, 513, 550, 556, 616, 625, 643, 653, 675, 739, 791, 808, 849, 863, 869, 872, 876, 889, 907, 968, 973, 984, 1004, 1020, 1037, 1047, 1049, 1059, 1076, 1090, 1143, 1146, 1175, 1178, 1184, 1212, 1234, 1241, 1277, 1291, 1305, 1311, 1326, 1336, 1347, 1364, 1369, 1371, 1375, 1386, 1390, 1394, 1398, 1408, 1413, 1414, 1429, 1442, 1466 I/L Evaluate hypotheses based on information. I/L Summarize information. I/L Synthesize information. I/L Paraphrase information. SE/TE: For related activities see: Comprehension, repair by questioning, 95, 98, 106, 108, 112, 115, 120, 588, 592, 596, 852, 856, 864, 1191, 1193, 1203, 1204 SE/TE: Informational Texts: summarizing, restating main ideas, 282 291 SE/TE: For related activities see: Critical Reading: Synthesize, 25, 29, 64, 375, 616, 643, 764, 889 Texts: summarizing, restating main ideas, 282 291 12
I/L Synthesize information from two or more texts. 4.12.6 I/S Make and revise predictions based on evidence. I/S Make inferences and draw conclusions based on evidence. I/L Analyze the accuracy of facts. I/S Evaluate author s use of facts and/or opinions. I/L Evaluate reasonableness and adequacy of evidence. I/L Evaluate information from one source by referencing other sources. I/S Predict events and/or relationships if sequence is altered. I/S Predict events and/or relationships if chronological order is altered. 4.12.7 I/L Read and follow directions to complete tasks or procedures. I/L Evaluate directions to complete tasks or procedures for clarity format technical vocabulary text features SE/TE: For related activities see: Critical Reading: Synthesize, 25, 29, 64, 375, 616, 643, 764, 889 Texts: analyze cause-and-effect relationships, 1454 1459 Texts: evaluate validity and reliability of a research source, 70 75, verify and clarify facts, 568 581 SE/TE: Informational Texts: evaluate validity and reliability of a research source, 70 75, verify and clarify facts, 568 581 SE/TE: Informational Texts: evaluate validity and reliability of a research source, 70 75, verify and clarify facts, 568 581 SE/TE: Author's arguments, outline, 1462, 1464, 1467; also see: Informational Texts: summarizing, restating main ideas, 282 291, evaluate author s purpose and perspective, 436 441, rhetorical devices, analyze, 896 909, determine essential message, analyze rhetorical devices, 1284 1295 SE/TE: Sources, list/evaluate, 879; Sources, evaluate for reliability, 1008; also see: Informational Texts: evaluate validity and reliability of a research source, 70 75, verify and clarify facts, 568 581, rhetorical devices, analyze, 896 909, newspaper articles, advertisements, comparing, 1062 1070, determine essential message, analyze rhetorical devices, 1284 1295 Texts: analyze cause-and-effect relationships, 1454 1459 Texts: analyze cause-and-effect relationships, 1454 1459 Texts: technical documents: technical article, press release, 1454 1459 Texts: technical documents: technical article, press release, 1454 1459 13
Nevada English Language Arts Standards Content Standard 5.0 Students write a variety of texts using the writing process. All indicators are based on grade-appropriate text and skills. At a minimum, students will maintain previously-learned skills and attain the following: 5.12.1 I/L Use prewriting strategies to plan written work. SE/TE: Writing Workshop: Prewriting, 215, 443, 695, 921, 1097, 1469; Writing Lesson: Prewriting, 66, 121, 136, 153, 197, 226, 262, 271, 280, 306, 341, 359, 377, 398, 418, 454, 492, 502, 538, 597, 627, 645, 663, 706, 706, 745, 754, 766, 794, 851, 865, 879, 894, 932, 975, 988, 1008, 1051, 1084, 1095, 1112, 1150, 1168, 1186, 1206, 1243, 1270, 1279, 1307, 1357, 1431 I/L Choose and narrow a topic to organize ideas. SE/TE: Topic, choose/narrow, 121, 215, 306, 443, 645, 695, 921, 932, 1097, 1112, 1206, 1243, 1270, 1357, 1469, R27 I/L Explore a topic to plan written work. SE/TE: Topic, choose/narrow, 121, 215, 306, 443, 645, 695, 921, 932, 1097, 1112, 1206, 1243, 1270, 1357, 1469, R27 5.12.2 E/I/S Draft multiple paragraph papers about a single topic that address audience purpose supporting details introduction conclusion transitions 5.12.3 E/I/S Revise drafts for voice organization focused ideas audience purpose relevant details word choice sentence fluency 5.12.4 E/I/S Edit essays and compositions to ensure correct spelling of high frequency words content words E/I/S Edit for correct capitalization. E/I/S Edit for correct use of internal and external punctuation. SE/TE: Writing Workshop: Drafting, 216, 444, 696, 922, 1098, 1470; Writing Lesson: Drafting, 66, 121, 136, 153, 197, 226, 262, 271, 280, 306, 341, 359, 377, 398, 418, 454, 492, 502, 538, 597, 627, 645, 663, 706, 706, 745, 754, 766, 794, 851, 865, 879, 894, 932, 975, 988, 1008, 1051, 1084, 1095, 1112, 1150, 1168, 1186, 1206, 1243, 1270, 1279, 1307, 1357, 1431 SE/TE: Writing Workshop: Revising, 218, 446, 698, 924, 1100, 1472; Writing Lesson: Revising, 66, 121, 136, 153, 197, 262, 271, 280, 306, 341, 377, 398, 418, 492, 502, 538, 597, 627, 645, 663, 745, 754, 766, 794, 851, 865, 879, 879, 894, 975, 988, 1008, 1051, 1084, 1095, 1186, 1206, 1243, 1270, 1307, 1431 SE/TE: Writing Workshop: Editing and Proofreading, 221, 449, 701, 927, 1475 SE/TE: Editing/proofreading: Capitalization, 927, 1107; Handbook, R63 SE/TE: Writing Workshop: Editing and Proofreading, 221, 701, 927, 1107, 1475; also see: Punctuation Tip, 67; Writer s Toolbox: Punctuation, 1473; Handbook, R63 R64 14
5.12.5 E/I/S Edit for correct use of nouns verbs pronouns adjectives subject/verb agreement verb tenses adverbs clauses phrases pronoun/antecedent agreement pronoun case 5.12.6 E/I/S Edit sentences for complete sentences combining sentences compound sentences complex sentences compound-complex sentences E/I/S Edit sentences for the elimination of fragments run-ons 5.12.7 E/I/S Prepare a legible final draft to display or share. I/L Select a publishing format appropriate to the audience and purpose. SE/TE: Editing / proofreading, 221, 449, 701, 927, 1107, 1475; also see: Grammar, Usage and Mechanics, 67, 154, 263, 419, 493, 503, 539, 755, 767, 795, 1009, 1085, 1151, 1169, 1207, 1339; Grammar, Usage and Mechanics Handbook, R58 R65 SE/TE: Test-Taking Practice: Writing, Identifying Sentence Errors, 460; Improving Sentences, 938; Writer's Toolbox: Sentence fluency, 1099, 1473; Sentence order, normal/inverted, 1339 SE/TE: Identifying Sentence Errors, 460; Sentences, R60 R61 SE/TE: Writing Workshop: Publishing and Presenting, 221, 449, 701, 927, 1107, 1475 SE/TE: Writing Workshop: Publishing and Presenting, 221, 449, 701, 927, 1107, 1475; Writing Lesson: Business memo, 89, Blog, 121, Memo, 557, 1315, Multimedia presentation plan, 627, Letter to the editor, 685, E-mail, 919, Letter of recommendation, 1095, Magazine advertisement, 1443 Nevada English Language Arts Standards Content Standard 6.0 Students write a variety of texts that inform, persuade, describe, evaluate, entertain, or tell a story and are appropriate to audience and purpose. All indicators are based on grade-appropriate text and skills. At a minimum, students will maintain previously-learned skills and attain the following: 6.12.1 E/I/S Write essays and compositions which include a topic sentence supporting details a concluding statement a beginning, middle, and end a thesis statement transitions SE/TE: Writing Workshop, 214 221, 442 449, 694 701, 920 927, 1096 1107, 1468 1475; Writing Lesson, 66, 121, 136, 153, 197, 262, 271, 280, 306, 341, 377, 398, 418, 492, 502, 538, 597, 627, 645, 663, 745, 754, 766, 794, 851, 865, 879, 879, 894, 975, 988, 1008, 1051, 1084, 1095, 1186, 1206, 1243, 1270, 1307, 1431 15
E/I/S Write essays and compositions that use various organizational structures and stylistic devices. 6.12.2 E/I/S Write multiple-paragraph papers about experiences and/or events appropriate to audience and purpose that include logical sequence characters setting plot dialogue figurative language sensory details 6.12.3 I/L Write poetry. SE/TE: Poem, 1186 SE/TE: Writing Workshop: Autobiographical narrative, 214 221, Persuasive essay, 442 449, Reflective essay, 694 701, Multimedia presentation, 920 927, Research: historical investigation, 1096 1107, Narration: short story, 1468 1475 Writing Lesson, 66, 121, 136, 153, 197, 262, 271, 280, 306, 341, 377, 398, 418, 492, 502, 538, 597, 627, 645, 663, 745, 754, 766, 794, 851, 865, 879, 879, 894, 975, 988, 1008, 1051, 1084, 1095, 1186, 1206, 1243, 1270, 1307, 1431 SE/TE: Writing Workshop, 214 221, 442 449, 694 701, 920 927, 1096 1107, 1468 1475; Writing Lesson, 66, 121, 136, 153, 197, 262, 271, 280, 306, 341, 377, 398, 418, 492, 502, 538, 597, 627, 645, 663, 745, 754, 766, 794, 851, 865, 879, 879, 894, 975, 988, 1008, 1051, 1084, 1095, 1186, 1206, 1243, 1270, 1307, 1431 6.12.4 I/L Write literary analyses. SE/TE: Response to Literature, 153, 166, 280, 359, 418, 435, 454, 502, 538, 794, 809, 851, 894, 932, 1051, 1084, 1150, 1168, 1206, 1243, 1270, 1279, 1307; Essay, 359; Literary Analysis, 398; Annotated Bibliography, 1008 I/L Summarize information. 6.12.5 I/L Write analyses of expository text that addresses effectiveness of the writing technique. 6.12.6 E/I/S Write persuasive essays and compositions that include a thesis statement supporting evidence relevant evidence cause/effect structure problem/solution structure rhetorical strategies SE/TE: Position, summarize, 418; Summarize, 502; Timed writing: Evaluation of real-life reading, 75, 1459, Essential Question response, 213, 291, 581, 909, 1070, 1295, Essay, 441, 603, 713, 1027 SE/TE: Timed writing: Evaluation of real-life reading, 75, 1459, Critical essay, 581; Report/recommendation, 817, 988, 1038, Essay, 441, 603, 713, 1027 SE/TE: Writing Workshop: Persuasive Essay, 442 449; Historical Investigation, 1096 1107; Writing Activities: Editorial, 32, 663; Persuasive Sermon, 136; Public Service Announcement, 514; Persuasive Speech, 745; Response to Literature, 1051; Position Statements, 233, 461, 939, 1487 16
E/I/S Write persuasive essays and compositions appropriate to audience and purpose. 6.12.7 I/L Write a variety of communications in appropriate formats. 6.12.8 I/L Write directions to complete tasks or procedures with attention to clarity format technical vocabulary text features 6.12.9 I/L Write research papers by choosing and narrowing a research topic locating, collecting, and analyzing information from primary and secondary sources recording information paraphrasing and summarizing information organizing collected information documenting and citing sources in a consistent format I/L Demonstrate an understanding of the difference between original works and plagiarized works. SE/TE: Writing Workshop: Persuasive Essay, 442 449; Historical Investigation, 1096 1107; Writing Activities: Editorial, 32, 663; Persuasive Sermon, 136; Public Service Announcement, 514; Persuasive Speech, 745; Response to Literature, 1051; Position Statements, 233, 461, 939, 1487 SE/TE: Writing Workshop, 214 221, 442 449, 694 701, 920 927, 1096 1107, 1468 1475; Writing Lesson, 66, 121, 136, 153, 197, 262, 271, 280, 306, 341, 377, 398, 418, 492, 502, 538, 597, 627, 645, 663, 745, 754, 766, 794, 851, 865, 879, 879, 894, 975, 988, 1008, 1051, 1084, 1095, 1186, 1206, 1243, 1270, 1307, 1431 SE/TE: Directions for reciting a poem, 676; Manual for writing sonnets, 262 SE/TE: Writing Workshop: Historical Investigation, 1096 1107; Writing Lesson: Biographical Narrative, 492, Develop a Research Plan, 879, Annotated Bibliography, 1008; Citing Sources and Preparing Manuscript, R21 R23 SE/TE: Providing Appropriate Citations, 1102 1103; Works-Cited List, 1107; Cite Supporting Details, 1279, 1431; Citing Sources and Preparing Manuscript, R21 R23; also see: Annotated Bibliography, 879, 1008, 1461 I/L Evaluate credibility of resources. SE/TE: Evaluate sources for reliability, 1008; Providing Appropriate Citations, 1102 1103; Works-Cited List, 1107; Cite Supporting Details, 1279, 1431; Citing Sources and Preparing Manuscript, R21 R23 17
Nevada English Language Arts Standards Content Standard 7.0 Students listen to and evaluate oral communications for content, style, speaker s purpose, and audience appropriateness. All indicators are based on grade-appropriate skills. All indicators are used to aid comprehension. At a minimum, students will maintain previously-learned skills and attain the following: 7.12.1 I/L Listen for a variety of purposes including gaining information being entertained understanding directions I/L Listen for and identify main idea mood purpose messages tone persuasive techniques I/L Listen for and distinguish fact from opinion. I/L Listen for and summarize ideas and supporting details. I/L Listen for and evaluate the effect of the speaker s attitude on audience. 7.12.2 I/L Listen to and evaluate oral communications for content delivery point of view ideas purpose value SE/TE: Communications Workshop: Evaluate Persuasive Speech, 222 223; Analyze a Non- Print Political Advertisement, 928 929; Analyze and Evaluate Entertainment Media, 1108 1109; Compare Media Coverage of Same Event, 1476 1477; Discussion, 14, 16, 91, 248, 250, 311, 476, 517, 728, 954, 993, 1134, 1153, 1162, 1433, R48; Interview, 707; Debate, 476; Press Conference, 728 SE/TE: Communications Workshop: Evaluate Persuasive Speech, 222 223; Analyze a Non- Print Political Advertisement, 928 929; Analyze and Evaluate Entertainment Media, 1108 1109; Compare Media Coverage of Same Event, 1476 1477; Discussion, 14, 16, 91, 248, 250, 311, 476, 517, 728, 954, 993, 1134, 1153, 1162, 1433, R48; Debate, 476 SE/TE: Communications Workshop: Evaluate Persuasive Speech, 222 223; Analyze a Non- Print Political Advertisement, 928 929; Analyze and Evaluate Entertainment Media, 1108 1109; Compare Media Coverage of Same Event, 1476 1477 SE/TE: Communications Workshop: Evaluate Persuasive Speech, 222 223; Analyze a Non- Print Political Advertisement, 928 929; Analyze and Evaluate Entertainment Media, 1108 1109; Compare Media Coverage of Same Event, 1476 1477 SE/TE: Communications Workshop: Evaluate Persuasive Speech, 222 223; Analyze a Non- Print Political Advertisement, 928 929; Analyze and Evaluate Entertainment Media, 1108 1109; Compare Media Coverage of Same Event, 1476 1477 SE/TE: Communications Workshop: Evaluate Persuasive Speech, 222 223; Analyze a Non- Print Political Advertisement, 928 929; Analyze and Evaluate Entertainment Media, 1108 1109; Compare Media Coverage of Same Event, 1476 1477; Discussion, 14, 16, 91, 248, 250, 311, 476, 517, 728, 954, 993, 1134, 1153, 1162, 1433, R48; Debate, 476; Press Conference, 728 18
I/L Listen for and evaluate the use of public speaking techniques. I/L Listen to and evaluate the logic of a speaker s argument(s). I/L Listen to and provide constructive feedback on oral communications. SE/TE: Communications Workshop: Evaluate Persuasive Speech, 222 223; Analyze a Non- Print Political Advertisement, 928 929; Analyze and Evaluate Entertainment Media, 1108 1109; Compare Media Coverage of Same Event, 1476 1477 SE/TE: Communications Workshop: Evaluate Persuasive Speech, 222 223; Analyze a Non- Print Political Advertisement, 928 929; Analyze and Evaluate Entertainment Media, 1108 1109; Compare Media Coverage of Same Event, 1476 1477 7.12.3 I/L Expand vocabulary through listening. SE/TE: Analyze a Non-Print Political Advertisement, 928 929; Analyze and Evaluate Entertainment Media, 1108 1109; Compare Media Coverage of Same Event, 1476 1477; Interview, 707 7.12.4 I/L Listen for and identify dialect and slang. I/L Listen for and identify the use of formal and informal language. I/L Listen for and distinguish between social and academic language. 7.12.5 I/L Actively listen to oral communications. SE/TE: Poetry slam, 933; Presentation in dialogue, 1113; Analyze and Evaluate Entertainment Media, 1108 1109; Compare Media Coverage of Same Event, 1476 1477; Interview, 707 SE/TE: Analyze and Evaluate Entertainment Media, 1108 1109; Compare Media Coverage of Same Event, 1476 1477; Interview, 707; Poetry slam, 933; Presentation in dialogue, 1113 SE/TE: Analyze and Evaluate Entertainment Media, 1108 1109; Compare Media Coverage of Same Event, 1476 1477; Interview, 707; Poetry slam, 933 SE/TE: Analyze and Evaluate Entertainment Media, 1108 1109; Compare Media Coverage of Same Event, 1476 1477; Interview, 707; Presentation in dialogue, 1113 I/L Listen to and participate in conversations. SE/TE: Discussion, 14, 16, 91, 248, 250, 311, 476, 517, 728, 954, 993, 1134, 1153, 1162, 1433, R48; Interview, 707 I/L Listen to and evaluate constructive feedback. SE/TE: Evaluate Persuasive Speech, 222 223; Analyze a Non-Print Political Advertisement, 928 929; Analyze and Evaluate Entertainment Media, 1108 1109; Compare Media Coverage of Same Event, 1476 1477 I/L Provide constructive feedback. SE/TE: Evaluate Persuasive Speech, 222 223; Analyze a Non-Print Political Advertisement, 928 929; Analyze and Evaluate Entertainment Media, 1108 1109; Compare Media Coverage of Same Event, 1476 1477 I/L Focus attention on a speaker to solve problems by identifying, synthesizing, and evaluating data. SE/TE: Discussion, 14, 16, 91, 248, 250, 311, 476, 517, 728, 954, 993, 1134, 1153, 1162, 1433, R48 19
Nevada English Language Arts Standards Content Standard 8.0 Students speak using organization, style, tone, voice, and media aids appropriate to audience and purpose. Students participate in discussions to offer information, clarify ideas, and support a position. All indicators are based on grade-appropriate skills. At a minimum, students will maintain previously-learned skills and attain the following: 8.12.1 I/L Give directions to complete tasks or procedures with a focus on clarity technical vocabulary I/L Ask questions to clarify directions. 8.12.2 I/L Use precise language to describe and elicit feelings experiences observations ideas I/L Apply Standard English to communicate ideas. 8.12.3 I/L Use public speaking techniques to deliver presentations with appropriate prosody volume eye contact enunciation posture expressions audience purpose I/L Communicate information by maintaining a clear focus following a logical sequence illustrating information with media aids SE/TE: For related information see: Documentary, 1481; Press conference, 728; Directions for reciting a poem, 676 SE/TE: For related information see: Documentary, 1481; Press conference, 728; Directions for reciting a poem, 676 SE/TE: Deliver a Persuasive Speech, 450 451; Oral interpretation of Literary Work, 702 703; Poetry slam, 933; Debate, 476; Award speech, 1481 SE/TE: Communications Workshop: Deliver a Persuasive Speech, 450 451; Oral interpretation of Literary Work, 702 703; Listening and Speaking: Debate, 476; Award speech, 1481; Interview, 707; Panel discussion, 227; Presentation, 1136 SE/TE: Communications Workshop: Deliver a Persuasive Speech, 450 451; Deliver an Oral interpretation of Literary Work, 702 703; Writing Workshop: Publishing and Presenting, 701, 1475; Writing Activities: Persuasive Speech, 745; Listening and Speaking: Discussion, 14, 16, 91, 248, 250, 311, 476, 517, 728, 993, 954, 1134, 1153, 1162, 1433; Debate, 476; Press Conference, 728; Oral Presentation, 1136 SE/TE: Communications Workshop: Deliver a Persuasive Speech, 450 451; Deliver an Oral interpretation of Literary Work, 702 703; Writing Workshop: Publishing and Presenting, 701, 1475; Writing Activities: Persuasive Speech, 745; Listening and Speaking: Discussion, 14, 16, 91, 248, 250, 311, 476, 517, 728, 993, 954, 1134, 1153, 1162, 1433; Debate, 476; Press Conference, 728; Oral Presentation, 1136 20
I/L Communicate statements that express an opinion. I/L Defend a position applying logic and citing evidence. 8.12.4 I/L Participate in conversations to solve problems by identifying, synthesizing, and evaluating data. I/L Respond to questions with specific evidence in support of an opinion. I/L Ask relevant questions to generate possible solutions to a problem. I/L Take a leadership role in conversations and discussions. I/L Distinguish between relevant and irrelevant information. I/L Negotiate to arrive at consensus by proposing and examining possible options. SE/TE: Communications Workshop: Delivering a Persuasive Speech, 594; Debate, 281, 1117; Persuasive Speech, 537, 1015 SE/TE: Debate, 476; Research report, 1113; Group research report, oral, 707; Multimedia report/presentation, 227, 954 SE/TE: Deliver a Persuasive Speech, 450 451; Book talk, 1134; Debate, 476; Panel discussion, 227 SE/TE: Deliver a Persuasive Speech, 450 451; Book talk, 1134; Debate, 476; Panel discussion, 227; Discussion, 14, 16, 91, 248, 250, 311, 476, 517, 728, 954, 993, 1134, 1153, 1162, 1433, R48 SE/TE: Deliver a Persuasive Speech, 450 451; Book talk, 1134; Debate, 476; Panel discussion, 227; Discussion, 14, 16, 91, 248, 250, 311, 476, 517, 728, 954, 993, 1134, 1153, 1162, 1433, R48 SE/TE: Deliver a Persuasive Speech, 450 451; Book talk, 1134; Debate, 476; Panel discussion, 227; Discussion, 14, 16, 91, 248, 250, 311, 476, 517, 728, 954, 993, 1134, 1153, 1162, 1433, R48 SE/TE: Deliver a Persuasive Speech, 450 451; Book talk, 1134; Debate, 476; Panel discussion, 227; SE/TE: Deliver a Persuasive Speech, 450 451; Book talk, 1134; Debate, 476; Panel discussion, 227; Discussion, 14, 16, 91, 248, 250, 311, 476, 517, 728, 954, 993, 1134, 1153, 1162, 1433, R48 21