CCSS.ELA-Literacy.CCRA.L.4
Description:
Determine or clarify the meaning of unknown and multiple-meaning words and phrases by using context clues, analyzing meaningful word parts, and consulting general and specialized reference materials, as appropriate.
Maps to Reading Plus skills:
4A, 4A
Exemplars
4A: Interpreting Word Meaning
4A: Interpreting Word Meaning
Description:
Interpreting Word Meaning
SeeReader
✓ standard met
Selection:
G-41
G-41
Grade level: 7
Word count: 1728 words
Author: Heidi McLean
Synopsis: Throughout history, hair has sometimes been a sign of a person's culture, status, or religion.
Excerpt:
On the other hand, some religions call for the cropping or even shaving of hair. In earlier centuries members of men's and women's religious orders, such as those for monks and nuns, cut or shaved their hair to symbolize their detachment from worldly possessions and lack of vanity.
Question:
In this excerpt, what is the meaning of the word "cropping"?
- cutting closely
- growing successfully
- gathering neatly
- binding tightly
Writing
✓ standard met
Writing prompt:
Choose a selection that included some unfamiliar vocabulary. Replace the unfamiliar words with synonyms that are easier to understand yet still convey the same meaning.
Evaluator
Organization:
Certica Solutions
4A: Interpreting Word Meaning
4A: Interpreting Word Meaning
Description:
Interpreting Word Meaning
SeeReader
✓ standard met
Selection:
G-53
G-53
Grade level: 7
Word count: 1940 words
Author: Clare O'Connell
Synopsis: These games are a cultural means to promote peace and unity among people from all nations.
Excerpt:
Seven judges from around the world listen to each category and award points based on sound, tone, artistic ability, and faithfulness to the musical score.
Question:
In this excerpt, the word "score" most closely means
- printed music
- passing grade
- practice session
- top prize
Writing
✓ standard met
Writing prompt:
Describe three or more words that you learned recently by reading Non-fiction texts about a certain topic. Explain why knowing these words has helped you better understand the topic.
Evaluator
Organization:
Certica Solutions