Approach texts as a reader by comprehending and interpreting texts
11-12.R.1
Approach texts as a reader by comprehending and interpreting texts.
What does a student learn in
Mastery Learning Standards
The required skills a student should display by the end of Grade 11.
Reading Text
(Literary and
Informational)
Reading Text
(Literary and
Informational)
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Draw conclusions, infer
11-12.RL.1.ADraw conclusions, infer, and analyze by citing relevant and thorough textual evidence to support analysis of what the text says explicitly as well as inferences drawn from the text, including where the text leaves matters uncertain.
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Draw conclusions, infer
11-12.RI.1.ADraw conclusions, infer, and analyze by citing relevant and thorough textual evidence to support analysis of what the text says explicitly as well as inferences drawn from the text, including where the text leaves matters uncertain.
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Determine the meaning of words and phrases as they are used in the text…
11-12.RL.1.BDetermine the meaning of words and phrases as they are used in the text, including figurative and connotative meanings using context, affixes, or reference materials.
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Determine the meaning of words and phrases as they are used in the text…
11-12.RI.1.BDetermine the meaning of words and phrases as they are used in the text, including figurative and connotative meanings using context, affixes, or reference materials.
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Using appropriate text, determine two or more themes/central ideas in a text…
11-12.RL.1.DUsing appropriate text, determine two or more themes/central ideas in a text, analyze their development throughout the text, and relate the themes to human nature and the world
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Using appropriate text, determine two or more themes/central ideas in a text…
11-12.RI.1.DUsing appropriate text, determine two or more themes/central ideas in a text, analyze their development throughout the text, and relate the themes to human nature and the world
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Approach texts as a writer by analyzing craft and structure
11-12.R.2Approach texts as a writer by analyzing craft and structure.
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Analyze a case in which recognizing point of view requires distinguishing what…
11-12.RL.2.BAnalyze a case in which recognizing point of view requires distinguishing what is directly stated in a text from what is implied.
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Analyze a text in which the author's point of view is not obvious and requires…
11-12.RI.2.BAnalyze a text in which the author's point of view is not obvious and requires distinguishing what is directly stated from what is implied.
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Evaluate how the author's word choices and use of syntax contribute to a text's…
11-12.RL.2.CEvaluate how the author's word choices and use of syntax contribute to a text's overall meaning, tone
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Evaluate how the author's word choices and use of syntax contribute to a text's…
11-12.RI.2.CEvaluate how the author's word choices and use of syntax contribute to a text's overall meaning, tone
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Evaluate the impact of the author’s choices regarding how to develop and relate…
11-12.RL.2.DEvaluate the impact of the author’s choices regarding how to develop and relate elements of a text.
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Evaluate an author's argument and reasoning for effectiveness, validity, logic…
11-12.RI.2.DEvaluate an author's argument and reasoning for effectiveness, validity, logic, credibility, and relevance of the evidence.
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Approach texts as a researcher by synthesizing/comparing/ contrasting ideas…
11-12.RI.3Approach texts as a researcher by synthesizing/comparing/ contrasting ideas from multiple texts.
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Synthesize information from two or more texts about similar ideas/ topics to…
11-12.RI.3.BSynthesize information from two or more texts about similar ideas/ topics to articulate the complexity of the issue.
| Standard | Definition | Code |
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| Approach texts as a reader by comprehending and interpreting texts | Approach texts as a reader by comprehending and interpreting texts. | 11-12.R.1 |
| Draw conclusions, infer | Draw conclusions, infer, and analyze by citing relevant and thorough textual evidence to support analysis of what the text says explicitly as well as inferences drawn from the text, including where the text leaves matters uncertain. | 11-12.RL.1.A |
| Draw conclusions, infer | Draw conclusions, infer, and analyze by citing relevant and thorough textual evidence to support analysis of what the text says explicitly as well as inferences drawn from the text, including where the text leaves matters uncertain. | 11-12.RI.1.A |
| Determine the meaning of words and phrases as they are used in the text… | Determine the meaning of words and phrases as they are used in the text, including figurative and connotative meanings using context, affixes, or reference materials. | 11-12.RL.1.B |
| Determine the meaning of words and phrases as they are used in the text… | Determine the meaning of words and phrases as they are used in the text, including figurative and connotative meanings using context, affixes, or reference materials. | 11-12.RI.1.B |
| Using appropriate text, determine two or more themes/central ideas in a text… | Using appropriate text, determine two or more themes/central ideas in a text, analyze their development throughout the text, and relate the themes to human nature and the world | 11-12.RL.1.D |
| Using appropriate text, determine two or more themes/central ideas in a text… | Using appropriate text, determine two or more themes/central ideas in a text, analyze their development throughout the text, and relate the themes to human nature and the world | 11-12.RI.1.D |
| Approach texts as a writer by analyzing craft and structure | Approach texts as a writer by analyzing craft and structure. | 11-12.R.2 |
| Analyze a case in which recognizing point of view requires distinguishing what… | Analyze a case in which recognizing point of view requires distinguishing what is directly stated in a text from what is implied. | 11-12.RL.2.B |
| Analyze a text in which the author's point of view is not obvious and requires… | Analyze a text in which the author's point of view is not obvious and requires distinguishing what is directly stated from what is implied. | 11-12.RI.2.B |
| Evaluate how the author's word choices and use of syntax contribute to a text's… | Evaluate how the author's word choices and use of syntax contribute to a text's overall meaning, tone | 11-12.RL.2.C |
| Evaluate how the author's word choices and use of syntax contribute to a text's… | Evaluate how the author's word choices and use of syntax contribute to a text's overall meaning, tone | 11-12.RI.2.C |
| Evaluate the impact of the author’s choices regarding how to develop and relate… | Evaluate the impact of the author’s choices regarding how to develop and relate elements of a text. | 11-12.RL.2.D |
| Evaluate an author's argument and reasoning for effectiveness, validity, logic… | Evaluate an author's argument and reasoning for effectiveness, validity, logic, credibility, and relevance of the evidence. | 11-12.RI.2.D |
| Approach texts as a researcher by synthesizing/comparing/ contrasting ideas… | Approach texts as a researcher by synthesizing/comparing/ contrasting ideas from multiple texts. | 11-12.RI.3 |
| Synthesize information from two or more texts about similar ideas/ topics to… | Synthesize information from two or more texts about similar ideas/ topics to articulate the complexity of the issue. | 11-12.RI.3.B |
Writing
Writing
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Approach the writing task as a researcher
11-12.W.1Approach the writing task as a researcher.
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Conduct research to answer a question or solve a problem
11-12.W.1.A.aConduct research to answer a question or solve a problem; narrow or broaden the inquiry when appropriate;
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Gather relevant information from multiple authoritative print and digital…
11-12.W.1.A.BGather relevant information from multiple authoritative print and digital sources, using advanced searches effectively; assess the strengths and limitations of each source in terms of the task, purpose, and audience; integrate information into the text selectively to maintain the flow of ideas, avoiding plagiarism and overreliance on any one source
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Approach the writing task as a writer
11-12.W.2Approach the writing task as a writer.
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Follow a writing process to produce clear and coherent writing in which the…
11-12.W.2.AFollow a writing process to produce clear and coherent writing in which the development, organization, style, and voice are appropriate to the task, purpose, and audience; self-select and blend (when appropriate) previously learned narrative, expository, and argumentative writing techniques.
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Approach the writing task as a reader
11-12.W.3Approach the writing task as a reader.
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Organization and content
11-12.W.3.A.aOrganization and content: Introduce the topic, maintain a clear focus throughout the text, and provide a conclusion that follows from the text. Achieve the writer's purpose and enhance the reader's understanding of and experience with the text by making choices regarding organization and content.
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Word choice, syntax, and style
11-12.W.3.A.bWord choice, syntax, and style: Choose precise language and make syntactical choices to reflect an understanding of how language functions in different contexts and enhance the reader's understanding of the text.
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Conventions of standard English and usage
11-12.W.3.A.cConventions of standard English and usage: Demonstrate a command of the conventions of standard English grammar and usage, including spelling and punctuation
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Use a variety of appropriate transitions to clarify relationships, connect…
11-12.W.3.A.dUse a variety of appropriate transitions to clarify relationships, connect ideas and claims, and signal time shifts.
| Standard | Definition | Code |
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| Approach the writing task as a researcher | Approach the writing task as a researcher. | 11-12.W.1 |
| Conduct research to answer a question or solve a problem | Conduct research to answer a question or solve a problem; narrow or broaden the inquiry when appropriate; | 11-12.W.1.A.a |
| Gather relevant information from multiple authoritative print and digital… | Gather relevant information from multiple authoritative print and digital sources, using advanced searches effectively; assess the strengths and limitations of each source in terms of the task, purpose, and audience; integrate information into the text selectively to maintain the flow of ideas, avoiding plagiarism and overreliance on any one source | 11-12.W.1.A.B |
| Approach the writing task as a writer | Approach the writing task as a writer. | 11-12.W.2 |
| Follow a writing process to produce clear and coherent writing in which the… | Follow a writing process to produce clear and coherent writing in which the development, organization, style, and voice are appropriate to the task, purpose, and audience; self-select and blend (when appropriate) previously learned narrative, expository, and argumentative writing techniques. | 11-12.W.2.A |
| Approach the writing task as a reader | Approach the writing task as a reader. | 11-12.W.3 |
| Organization and content | Organization and content: Introduce the topic, maintain a clear focus throughout the text, and provide a conclusion that follows from the text. Achieve the writer's purpose and enhance the reader's understanding of and experience with the text by making choices regarding organization and content. | 11-12.W.3.A.a |
| Word choice, syntax, and style | Word choice, syntax, and style: Choose precise language and make syntactical choices to reflect an understanding of how language functions in different contexts and enhance the reader's understanding of the text. | 11-12.W.3.A.b |
| Conventions of standard English and usage | Conventions of standard English and usage: Demonstrate a command of the conventions of standard English grammar and usage, including spelling and punctuation | 11-12.W.3.A.c |
| Use a variety of appropriate transitions to clarify relationships, connect… | Use a variety of appropriate transitions to clarify relationships, connect ideas and claims, and signal time shifts. | 11-12.W.3.A.d |
Speaking/Listening
Speaking/Listening
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Collaborate
11-12.SL.1Collaborate
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Delineate a speaker’s argument and claims evaluating the speaker’s point of…
11-12.SL.1.BDelineate a speaker’s argument and claims evaluating the speaker’s point of view, reasoning, stance, and evidence
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Respond thoughtfully to diverse perspectives including those presented in…
11-12.SL.1.CRespond thoughtfully to diverse perspectives including those presented in diverse media; synthesize claims made on all sides of an issue, and, when warranted, qualify or justify their own views and understanding and make new connections in light of the evidence and reasoning presented
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| Collaborate | Collaborate | 11-12.SL.1 |
| Delineate a speaker’s argument and claims evaluating the speaker’s point of… | Delineate a speaker’s argument and claims evaluating the speaker’s point of view, reasoning, stance, and evidence | 11-12.SL.1.B |
| Respond thoughtfully to diverse perspectives including those presented in… | Respond thoughtfully to diverse perspectives including those presented in diverse media; synthesize claims made on all sides of an issue, and, when warranted, qualify or justify their own views and understanding and make new connections in light of the evidence and reasoning presented | 11-12.SL.1.C |