Grade 8 » Language

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.

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Description: Acquire and use accurately a range of general academic and domain‐specific words and phrases sufficient for reading, writing, speaking, and listening at the college‐ and career‐readiness level; demonstrate independence in gathering vocabulary knowledge when encountering an unknown term important to comprehension or expression.

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Description: Determine or clarify the meaning of unknown and multiple‐meaning words or phrases based on grade 8 reading and content, choosing flexibly from a range of strategies. Determine meanings of unfamiliar words by using knowledge of word structure, (prefixes/suffixes, base words, common roots, or word origins), context (e.g., the overall meaning of a sentence or paragraph; a word’s position or function in a sentence), knowledge of language structure including using context clues and prior knowledge.

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Description: Demonstrate understanding of figurative language, word relationships, and nuances in word meanings. Interpret the intent or meaning of figures of speech (e.g., verbal irony, puns, mixed metaphor) as used in context.

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Description: Acquire and accurately use grade‐appropriate general academic and domain‐specific words and phrases; gather vocabulary knowledge when considering a word or phrase important to comprehension or expression.

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