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Skills available for Virginia eleventh-grade language arts standards
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R.11.3 The student will apply knowledge of word origins, derivations, and figurative language to extend vocabulary development in authentic texts.
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R.11.3.a Use structural analysis of roots, affixes, synonyms, and antonyms to understand complex words.
- Prefixes (11-M.1)
- Suffixes (11-M.2)
- Sort words by shared Greek or Latin roots (11-N.1)
- Use Greek and Latin roots as clues to the meanings of words (11-N.2)
- Use words as clues to the meanings of Greek and Latin roots (11-N.3)
- Determine the meanings of Greek and Latin roots (11-N.4)
- Determine the meanings of words with Greek and Latin roots (11-N.5)
- Use etymologies to determine the meanings of words (11-P.1)
- Determine the meaning of words using synonyms in context (11-S.1)
- Determine the meaning of words using antonyms in context (11-S.2)
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R.11.3.b Use context, structure, and connotations to determine meanings of words and phrases.
- Use context as a clue to the meanings of foreign expressions (11-P.2)
- Describe the difference between related words (11-Q.1)
- Choose the word whose connotation and denotation best match the sentence (11-Q.2)
- Determine the meaning of words using synonyms in context (11-S.1)
- Determine the meaning of words using antonyms in context (11-S.2)
- Domain-specific vocabulary in context: science and technical subjects (11-S.4)
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R.11.3.c Discriminate between connotative and denotative meanings and interpret the connotation.
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R.11.3.d Explain the meaning of common idioms.
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R.11.3.e Explain the meaning of literary and classical allusions and figurative language in text.
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R.11.3.f Extend general and cross-curricular vocabulary through speaking, listening, reading, and writing.
- Use context as a clue to the meanings of foreign expressions (11-P.2)
- Describe the difference between related words (11-Q.1)
- Choose the word whose connotation and denotation best match the sentence (11-Q.2)
- Use words accurately and precisely (11-Q.3)
- Replace words using a thesaurus (11-Q.4)
- Use dictionary entries to determine correct usage (11-Q.5)
- Explore words with new or contested usages (11-Q.6)
- Analogies (11-R.1)
- Analogies: challenge (11-R.2)
- Determine the meaning of words using synonyms in context (11-S.1)
- Determine the meaning of words using antonyms in context (11-S.2)
- Domain-specific vocabulary in context: science and technical subjects (11-S.4)
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R.11.3.EU.1 recognize that words have nuances of meaning and that understanding the connotations and context may be necessary to determine the appropriate meaning
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R.11.3.EU.2 recognize that figurative language enriches text
- Interpret the meaning of an allusion from its source (11-C.2)
- Recall the source of an allusion (11-C.3)
- Interpret the figure of speech (11-C.4)
- Classify the figure of speech: euphemism, hyperbole, oxymoron, paradox (11-C.5)
- Classify the figure of speech: anaphora, antithesis, apostrophe, assonance, chiasmus, understatement (11-C.6)
- Classify the figure of speech: review (11-C.7)
- Analyze the effects of figures of speech on meaning and tone (11-C.8)
- Identify elements of poetry (11-D.3)
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R.11.3.EU.3 understand that word structure aids comprehension of unfamiliar and complex words
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R.11.3.EU.4 understand that affixes and Greek and Latin roots are clues to determine meanings of words
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R.11.3.EU.5 understand that allusions are used to assist readers in providing connections to other works or historical events.
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R.11.3.EKSP.1 use roots or affixes to determine or clarify the meaning of words
- Prefixes (11-M.1)
- Suffixes (11-M.2)
- Sort words by shared Greek or Latin roots (11-N.1)
- Use Greek and Latin roots as clues to the meanings of words (11-N.2)
- Use words as clues to the meanings of Greek and Latin roots (11-N.3)
- Determine the meanings of Greek and Latin roots (11-N.4)
- Determine the meanings of words with Greek and Latin roots (11-N.5)
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R.11.3.EKSP.2 demonstrate an understanding of and explain common idioms
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R.11.3.EKSP.3 use prior reading knowledge and other sources to identify and explain the meaning of literary and classical allusions
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R.11.3.EKSP.4 interpret figures of speech (e.g., paradox) in context and analyze their roles in the text
- Interpret the meaning of an allusion from its source (11-C.2)
- Recall the source of an allusion (11-C.3)
- Interpret the figure of speech (11-C.4)
- Classify the figure of speech: euphemism, hyperbole, oxymoron, paradox (11-C.5)
- Classify the figure of speech: anaphora, antithesis, apostrophe, assonance, chiasmus, understatement (11-C.6)
- Classify the figure of speech: review (11-C.7)
- Analyze the effects of figures of speech on meaning and tone (11-C.8)
- Identify elements of poetry (11-D.3)
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R.11.3.EKSP.5 analyze the connotation of words with similar denotations
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R.11.3.EKSP.6 demonstrate understanding of figurative language and connotations in word meanings.
- Interpret the meaning of an allusion from its source (11-C.2)
- Recall the source of an allusion (11-C.3)
- Interpret the figure of speech (11-C.4)
- Analyze the effects of figures of speech on meaning and tone (11-C.8)
- Identify elements of poetry (11-D.3)
- Describe the difference between related words (11-Q.1)
- Choose the word whose connotation and denotation best match the sentence (11-Q.2)
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R.11.4 The student will read, comprehend, and analyze relationships among American literature, history, and culture.
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R.11.4.a Describe contributions of different cultures to the development of American literature.
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R.11.4.b Compare and contrast the development of American literature in its historical context.
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R.11.4.c Analyze American literature, as it reflects traditional and contemporary themes, motifs, universal characters, and genres.
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R.11.4.d Interpret the social or cultural function of American literature.
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R.11.4.e Analyze how context and language structures convey an author's intent and viewpoint.
- Which text is most formal? (11-B.1)
- Compare passages for subjective and objective tone (11-B.2)
- Identify audience and purpose (11-B.3)
- Compare passages for tone (11-B.4)
- Identify the narrative point of view (11-C.1)
- Analyze the effects of figures of speech on meaning and tone (11-C.8)
- Analyze rhetorical strategies in historical texts: set 1 (11-E.5)
- Analyze rhetorical strategies in historical texts: set 2 (11-E.6)
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R.11.4.f Critique how authors use key literary elements to contribute to meaning including character development, theme, conflict, and archetypes within and across texts.
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R.11.4.g Interpret how the sound and imagery of poetry support the subject, mood, and theme, and appeal to the reader's senses.
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R.11.4.h Evaluate how specific word choices, syntax, tone, and voice support the author's purpose.
- Which text is most formal? (11-B.1)
- Identify audience and purpose (11-B.3)
- Compare passages for tone (11-B.4)
- Analyze rhetorical strategies in historical texts: set 1 (11-E.5)
- Analyze rhetorical strategies in historical texts: set 2 (11-E.6)
- Choose the word whose connotation and denotation best match the sentence (11-Q.2)
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R.11.4.i Analyze the use of dramatic conventions in American literature.
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R.11.4.j Generate and respond logically to literal, inferential, evaluative, synthesizing, and critical thinking questions about the text(s).
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R.11.4.k Compare/contrast literary and informational nonfiction texts.
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R.11.4.EU.1 understand characteristics and cultures of historical periods and how the literature reflects those characteristics
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R.11.4.EU.2 recognize and understand universal characters, themes, and motifs in American literature
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R.11.4.EU.3 understand how an author's intent is achieved by the use of context and language
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R.11.4.EU.4 understand dramatic conventions and devices.
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R.11.4.EKSP.1 use appropriate reading strategies to approach different genres and reading tasks
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R.11.4.EKSP.2 discuss how the subject matter, style, genre, theme, and purpose of literary works often reflect the culture and events of the times in which the works were written
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R.11.4.EKSP.3 analyze how connections among motifs, setting, character traits, character development, and plot suggest multiple themes
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R.11.4.EKSP.4 analyze and critique themes across texts and within various social, cultural, and historical contexts
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R.11.4.EKSP.5 analyze and critique themes and issues within and across texts related to
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R.11.4.EKSP.5.a religious diversity
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R.11.4.EKSP.5.b political struggles
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R.11.4.EKSP.5.c ethnic and cultural mores and traditions
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R.11.4.EKSP.5.d individual rights, gender equity, and civil rights
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R.11.4.EKSP.6 describe and contrast literary movements and representative texts associated with each literary movement, including how two or more texts from the same period treat similar themes or topics
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R.11.4.EKSP.7 differentiate archetypes that are common in American literature, including, but not limited to,
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R.11.4.EKSP.7.a hero/heroine
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R.11.4.EKSP.7.b trickster
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R.11.4.EKSP.7.c outsider/outcast
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R.11.4.EKSP.7.d shrew
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R.11.4.EKSP.7.e rebel
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R.11.4.EKSP.7.f misfit
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R.11.4.EKSP.7.g scapegoat
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R.11.4.EKSP.8 analyze major themes in American literature through the perspective of various social, cultural, and historical contexts, including, but not limited to,
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R.11.4.EKSP.8.a the American Dream
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R.11.4.EKSP.8.b loss of innocence
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R.11.4.EKSP.8.c coming of age
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R.11.4.EKSP.8.d relationship with nature
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R.11.4.EKSP.8.e alienation and isolation
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R.11.4.EKSP.8.f rebellion and protest
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R.11.4.EKSP.9 analyze texts to identify the author's viewpoints and beliefs and critique how these relate to larger historical, social, and cultural contexts
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R.11.4.EKSP.10 describe how the use of context and language structures conveys an author's intent and viewpoint
- Which text is most formal? (11-B.1)
- Identify audience and purpose (11-B.3)
- Compare passages for tone (11-B.4)
- Analyze the effects of figures of speech on meaning and tone (11-C.8)
- Analyze rhetorical strategies in historical texts: set 1 (11-E.5)
- Analyze rhetorical strategies in historical texts: set 2 (11-E.6)
- Choose the word whose connotation and denotation best match the sentence (11-Q.2)
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R.11.4.EKSP.11 analyze point of view and distinguish what is directly stated in a text from what is really meant (e.g., satire, irony, sarcasm, understatement)
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R.11.4.EKSP.12 use poetic elements to explain, analyze, and evaluate poetry
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R.11.4.EKSP.13 compare and contrast the subject matter, theme, form, language, development, and purpose of works of classic poets with those of contemporary poets
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R.11.4.EKSP.14 compare how poems of the same form use elements (e.g., sound, figurative language, imagery, symbols, and allusions)differently to convey meaning
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R.11.4.EKSP.15 describe the language choices and devices that authors use, including, but not limited to,
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R.11.4.EKSP.15.a rhetorical question
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R.11.4.EKSP.15.b sarcasm
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R.11.4.EKSP.15.c satire
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R.11.4.EKSP.15.d parallelism
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R.11.4.EKSP.15.e connotation/denotation
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R.11.4.EKSP.15.f pun
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R.11.4.EKSP.15.g irony
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R.11.4.EKSP.15.h tone
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R.11.4.EKSP.15.i dialect
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R.11.4.EKSP.15.j diction
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R.11.4.EKSP.15.k figurative language
- Interpret the meaning of an allusion from its source (11-C.2)
- Recall the source of an allusion (11-C.3)
- Interpret the figure of speech (11-C.4)
- Classify the figure of speech: euphemism, hyperbole, oxymoron, paradox (11-C.5)
- Classify the figure of speech: anaphora, antithesis, apostrophe, assonance, chiasmus, understatement (11-C.6)
- Classify the figure of speech: review (11-C.7)
- Analyze the effects of figures of speech on meaning and tone (11-C.8)
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R.11.4.EKSP.16 compare and contrast two or more texts on the same topic or with similar themes
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R.11.4.EKSP.17 use evidence from the text(s) for support when drawing conclusions or making inferences
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R.11.4.EKSP.18 demonstrate comprehension and apply strategies to write about what is read.
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R.11.5 The student will read, interpret, analyze, and evaluate a variety of nonfiction texts, including employment documents and technical writing.
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R.11.5.a Apply information from texts to clarify understanding of concepts.
- Determine the main idea of a passage (11-A.1)
- Trace an argument: set 1 (11-E.3)
- Trace an argument: set 2 (11-E.4)
- Analyze rhetorical strategies in historical texts: set 1 (11-E.5)
- Analyze rhetorical strategies in historical texts: set 2 (11-E.6)
- Domain-specific vocabulary in context: science and technical subjects (11-S.4)
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R.11.5.b Read and correctly interpret an application for employment, workplace documents, or an application for college admission.
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R.11.5.c Analyze technical writing for clarity.
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R.11.5.d Paraphrase and synthesize ideas within and between texts.
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R.11.5.e Draw conclusions and make inferences on explicit and implied information using textual support.
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R.11.5.f Analyze multiple texts addressing the same topic to determine how authors reach similar or different conclusions.
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R.11.5.g Analyze false premises, claims, counterclaims, and other evidence in persuasive writing.
- Trace an argument: set 1 (11-E.3)
- Trace an argument: set 2 (11-E.4)
- Analyze rhetorical strategies in historical texts: set 1 (11-E.5)
- Analyze rhetorical strategies in historical texts: set 2 (11-E.6)
- Choose the best evidence to support a claim (11-H.3)
- Identify supporting evidence in a text (11-H.4)
- Classify logical fallacies (11-H.8)
- Identify appeals to ethos, pathos, and logos in advertisements (11-I.1)
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R.11.5.h Recognize and analyze use of ambiguity, contradiction, paradox, irony, sarcasm, overstatement, and understatement in text.
- Interpret the figure of speech (11-C.4)
- Classify the figure of speech: euphemism, hyperbole, oxymoron, paradox (11-C.5)
- Classify the figure of speech: anaphora, antithesis, apostrophe, assonance, chiasmus, understatement (11-C.6)
- Classify the figure of speech: review (11-C.7)
- Analyze the effects of figures of speech on meaning and tone (11-C.8)
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R.11.5.i Generate and respond logically to literal, inferential, evaluative, synthesizing, and critical thinking questions about the text(s).
- Determine the main idea of a passage (11-A.1)
- Analyze the development of informational passages: set 1 (11-E.1)
- Analyze the development of informational passages: set 2 (11-E.2)
- Trace an argument: set 1 (11-E.3)
- Trace an argument: set 2 (11-E.4)
- Analyze rhetorical strategies in historical texts: set 1 (11-E.5)
- Analyze rhetorical strategies in historical texts: set 2 (11-E.6)
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R.11.5.EU.1 understand how to analyze informational material
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R.11.5.EU.2 understand a variety of persuasive techniques and rhetorical devices
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R.11.5.EU.3 recognize the text structure of informational and technical writing
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R.11.5.EU.4 understand how format and style in informational text differ from those in narrative and expository text
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R.11.5.EU.5 understand that skilled readers of nonfiction texts and technical documents apply different reading strategies.
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R.11.5.EKSP.1 activate background knowledge to understand handbooks and manuals
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R.11.5.EKSP.2 analyze the vocabulary (i.e., content-specific jargon, technical terminology) and ideas of informational texts from various academic disciplines to clarify understandings of concepts
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R.11.5.EKSP.3 recognize the non-linear, fragmented, and graphic elements found in informational and technical writing
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R.11.5.EKSP.4 analyze and use a variety of persuasive techniques and rhetorical devices, including, but not limited to,
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R.11.5.EKSP.4.a ethos
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R.11.5.EKSP.4.b pathos
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R.11.5.EKSP.4.c logos
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R.11.5.EKSP.4.d claims/counterclaims
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R.11.5.EKSP.4.e false premises
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R.11.5.EKSP.4.f ad hominem arguments
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R.11.5.EKSP.4.g begging the question
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R.11.5.EKSP.4.h straw man
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R.11.5.EKSP.5 organize and synthesize information from paired texts while maintaining the intended purpose of each
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R.11.5.EKSP.6 analyze how authors use persuasive techniques and rhetorical devices to advance their purpose, including, but not limited to,
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R.11.5.EKSP.6.a ambiguity
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R.11.5.EKSP.6.b contradiction
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R.11.5.EKSP.6.c paradox
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R.11.5.EKSP.6.d irony
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R.11.5.EKSP.6.e hyperbole
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R.11.5.EKSP.6.f overstatement and understatement
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R.11.5.EKSP.7 identify how authors use rhetorical devices to create ethos, pathos, and logos
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R.11.5.EKSP.8 identify different formats and purposes of informational and technical texts
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R.11.5.EKSP.9 analyze information from multiple texts to make inferences and draw conclusions
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R.11.5.EKSP.10 compare and contrast how complex texts treat the same topics
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R.11.5.EKSP.11 provide an objective summary of a text
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R.11.5.EKSP.12 analyze how a variety of logical arguments could reach conflicting conclusions
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R.11.5.EKSP.13 evaluate the relevance and quality of evidence used to support a claim and address a counterclaim
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R.11.5.EKSP.14 analyze and identify false premises that intentionally manipulate audiences
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R.11.5.EKSP.15 demonstrate comprehension and apply strategies to write about what is read.
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