AS.R.1
Description:
Read closely to determine what the text says explicitly/implicitly and make logical inferences from it; cite specific textual evidence when writing or speaking to support conclusions drawn from the text.
Maps to Reading Plus skills:
8B
Exemplars
8B: Reasoning
8B: Reasoning
Description:
Reasoning
SeeReader
✓ standard met
Selection:
L-2
L-2
Grade level: 12
Word count: 2262 words
Author: Beth Renaud
Synopsis: The Harlem Renaissance brought talented African American writers and artists into the mainstream of American culture.
Excerpt:
The intention of artists, thinkers, and political activists during the Harlem Renaissance was partially to "uplift the race" -- to elevate black people's self-esteem by celebrating black history, culture, intellect, and talent. Naturally, a group of people inspired by these role models and armed with self-esteem would be more resistant to discrimination and more willing to confront the system than those who were demoralized.
Question:
In the end, the Harlem Renaissance gave African Americans a sense of
- empowerment.
- futility.
- stoicism.
- entitlement.
Writing
✓ standard met
Writing prompt:
Do people learn by studying the past? Use details from a selection you have read, as well as your reasoning skills, to support your answer.
Evaluator
Organization:
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