Grade 9MP 1: The Lighter Side/Spine TinglersCategory/Strand SOLCommunication 9.1b Use relevant details to support main ideas.

9.1d Use grammatically correct language, including vocabulary appropriate to the topic, audience and purpose.

9.1g Credit information sources.

9.1i Give and follow spoken directions to perform specific tasks, answer questions, or solve problems.

9.1j Use a variety of strategies to listen actively.

9.1l Assume shared responsibility for collaborative work.

9.2b Determine the purpose of the media message and its effect on the audience.

Reading/ Vocabulary

9.3a Use structural analysis of roots, affixes, synonyms, antonyms and cognates to understand complex words.

9.3f Extend general and specialized vocabulary through speaking, reading, and writing.

Reading/ Fiction

9.4a Identify author’s main idea and purpose.

9.4b Summarize text relating supporting details.

9.4c Identify the characteristics that distinguish literary forms.

9.4d Use literary terms in describing and analyzing selections.

9.4l Make predictions, inferences, draw conclusions and connect prior knowledge to support reading comprehension.

9.4m Use reading strategies to monitor comprehension throughout the reading process.

Reading/Non-fiction

9.5a Recognize an author’s intended purpose for writing and identifying the main idea.

9.5b Summarize the text identifying supporting details.

9.5c Understand the purpose of text structures and use those features to locate information and gain meaning from texts.

9.5d Identify characteristics of expository, technical and persuasive texts.

9.5h Draw conclusions and make inferences on explicit and implied information using textual support as evidence.

9.5i Differentiate between fact and opinion.

9.5k Use reading strategies to monitor comprehension throughout the reading process.

Writing 9.6a Generate, gather and organize ideas for writing.

9.6b Plan and organize writing to address a specific audience and purpose.

9.6c Communicate clearly the purpose of the writing using a thesis statement where appropriate.

9.6f Arrange paragraphs into a logical progression.

9.6i Use computer technology to plan, draft, revise, edit, and publish writing.

9.7a Use and apply rules for the parts of a sentence, including subject/verb, direct/indirect object, and predicate nominative/predicate adjective, and coordinating conjunctions.9.7f Proofread and edit writing for intended audience and purpose.

Research 9.8a Use technology as a tool to research, organize, evaluate, and communicate information.

9.8b Narrow the focus of a search.

9.8f Credit the sources of quoted, paraphrased and summarized ideas.

9.8g Cite sources of information using a standard method of documentation such as that of the Modern Language Association (MLA) or American Psychological Association (APA).9.8h Define the meaning and consequences of plagiarism and follow ethical and legal guidelines for gathering and using information.

MP 2: Challenges and ChoicesCategory/Strand SOLCommunication 9.1a Include definitions to increase clarity.

9.1c Illustrate main ideas through anecdotes and examples.

9.1d Use grammatically correct language, including vocabulary appropriate to the topic, audience and purpose.

9.1e Use verbal and nonverbal techniques for presentation.

9.1g Credit information sources.

9.1i Give and follow spoken directions to perform specific tasks, answer questions, or solve problems.

9.1j Use a variety of strategies to listen actively.

9.1l Assume shared responsibility for collaborative work.

9.2c Describe possible cause and effect relationships between mass media coverage and public opinion trends.

Reading/ Vocabulary

9.3b Use context, structure and connotations to determine meanings of words and phrases.

9.3c Discriminate between connotative and denotative meanings and interpret the connotation.

9.3f Extend general and specialized vocabulary through speaking, reading, and writing.

Reading/ Fiction

9.4e Explain the relationship between and among elements of literature: characters, plot, setting, tone, point of view, and theme.9.4k Analyze how an author’s specific word choices and syntax achieve special effects and support the author’s purpose.

9.4l Make predictions, inferences, draw conclusions and connect prior knowledge to support reading comprehension.

9.4m Use reading strategies to monitor comprehension throughout the reading process.

Reading/Non-fiction

9.5c Understand the purpose of text structures and use those features to locate information and gain meaning from texts.

9.5g Analyze and synthesize information in order to solve problems, answer questions or complete a task.

9.5h Draw conclusions and make inferences on explicit and implied information using textual support as evidence.

9.5k Use reading strategies to monitor comprehension throughout the reading process.

Writing 9.6d Write clear, varied sentences using specific vocabulary and information.

9.6e Elaborate ideas clearly through word choice and vivid description.

9.6g Use transitions between paragraphs and ideas.

9.6i Use computer technology to plan, draft, revise, edit, and publish writing.

9.7a Use and apply rules for the parts of a sentence, including subject/verb, direct/indirect object, and predicate nominative/predicate adjective, and coordinating conjunctions.9.7f Proofread and edit writing for intended audience and purpose.

Research 9.8a Use technology as a tool to research, organize, evaluate, and communicate information.

9.8c Find, evaluate and select appropriate sources to access information and answer questions.

9.8d Verify the validity and accuracy of all information.

9.8f Credit the sources of quoted, paraphrased and summarized ideas.

9.8g Cite sources of information using a standard method of documentation such as that of the Modern Language Association (MLA) or American Psychological Association (APA).

MP 3: Moments of DiscoveryCategory/Strand SOLCommunication 9.1d Use grammatically correct language, including vocabulary appropriate to the topic, audience and purpose.

9.1f Evaluate impact and purpose of presentation.

9.1g Credit information sources.

9.1h Give impromptu responses to questions about presentation.

9.1i Give and follow spoken directions to perform specific tasks, answer questions, or solve problems.

9.1j Use a variety of strategies to listen actively.

9.1k Summarize and evaluate information presented orally by others.

9.1l Assume shared responsibility for collaborative work.

9.2a Analyze and interpret special effects used in media messages including television, film and internet.

9.2d Evaluate sources including advertisements, editorial and feature stories for relationships between intent and factual content.9.2e Monitor, analyze and use multiple streams of simultaneous information.

Reading/ Vocabulary

9.3e Identify literary and classical allusions and figurative language in text.

9.3f Extend general and specialized vocabulary through speaking, reading, and writing.

Reading/ Fiction

9.4f Compare and contrast the use of rhyme, rhythm, sound, imagery and other literary devices to convey a message and elicit the reader’s emotion.9.4h Explain the relationship between the author’s style and literary effect.

9.4j Compare and contrast author’s use of literary elements within a variety of genres.

9.4l Make predictions, inferences, draw conclusions and connect prior knowledge to support reading comprehension.

9.4m Use reading strategies to monitor comprehension throughout the reading process.

Reading/Non-fiction

9.5c Understand the purpose of text structures and use those features to locate information and gain meaning from texts.

9.5e Identify a position/argument to be confirmed, disproved or modified.

9.5f Evaluate clarity and accuracy of information.

9.5h Draw conclusions and make inferences on explicit and implied information using textual support as evidence.

9.5k Use reading strategies to monitor comprehension throughout the reading process.

Writing 9.6h Revise writing for clarity of content, accuracy and depth of information.

9.6i Use computer technology to plan, draft, revise, edit, and publish writing.

9.7a Use and apply rules for the parts of a sentence, including subject/verb, direct/indirect object, and predicate nominative/predicate adjective, and coordinating conjunctions.9.7b Use parallel structures across sentences and paragraphs.

9.7f Proofread and edit writing for intended audience and purpose.

Research 9.8a Use technology as a tool to research, organize, evaluate, and communicate information.

9.8e Make sense of information gathered from diverse sources by identifying misconceptions, main and supporting ideas, conflicting information, point of view or bias.9.8f Credit the sources of quoted, paraphrased and summarized ideas.

9.8g Cite sources of information using a standard method of documentation such as that of the Modern Language Association (MLA) or American Psychological Association (APA).

MP 4: Visions of the FutureCategory/Strand SOL

Communication 9.1d Use grammatically correct language, including vocabulary appropriate to the topic, audience and purpose.

9.1g Credit information sources.

9.1i Give and follow spoken directions to perform specific tasks, answer questions, or solve problems.

9.1j Use a variety of strategies to listen actively.

9.1l Assume shared responsibility for collaborative work.

Reading/ Vocabulary

9.3d Identify the meaning of common idioms.

9.3f Extend general and specialized vocabulary through speaking, reading, and writing.

9.3g Use knowledge of the evolution, diversity and effects of language to comprehend and elaborate the meaning of texts.

Reading/ Fiction 9.4g Analyze the cultural or social function of a literary text.

9.4i Explain the influence of historical context on the form, style and point of view of a written work.

9.4l Make predictions, inferences, draw conclusions and connect prior knowledge to support reading comprehension.

9.4m Use reading strategies to monitor comprehension throughout the reading process.

Reading/Non-fiction

9.5c Understand the purpose of text structures and use those features to locate information and gain meaning from texts.9.5h Draw conclusions and make inferences on explicit and implied information using textual support as evidence.

9.5j Organize and synthesize information from sources for use in written and oral presentations.

9.5k Use reading strategies to monitor comprehension throughout the reading process.

Writing 9.6i Use computer technology to plan, draft, revise, edit, and publish writing.

9.7a Use and apply rules for the parts of a sentence, including subject/verb, direct/indirect object, and predicate nominative/predicate adjective, and coordinating conjunctions.9.7c Use appositives, main clauses and subordinate clauses.

9.7d Use commas and semicolons to distinguish and divide main and subordinate clauses.

9.7e Distinguish between active and passive voice.

9.7f Proofread and edit writing for intended audience and purpose.

Research 9.8a Use technology as a tool to research, organize, evaluate, and communicate information.

9.8f Credit the sources of quoted, paraphrased and summarized ideas.

9.8g Cite sources of information using a standard method of documentation such as that of the Modern Language Association (MLA) or American Psychological Association (APA).

Grade 10MP 1: On the EdgeCategory/Strand SOLCommunication 10.1a Assume responsibility for specific group tasks.

10.1b Collaborate in the preparation or summary of the group activity.10.1c Include all group members in oral presentation.10.1d Choose vocabulary, language, and tone appropriate to the topic, audience, and purpose.10.1e Demonstrate the ability to work effectively with diverse teams to accomplish a common goal.10.1f Collaborate with others to exchange ideas, develop new understandings, make decisions and solve problems.10.1h Evaluate one’s own role in preparation and delivery of oral reports.10.1i Use a variety of strategies to listen actively.10.2c Determine the author’s purpose and intended effect on the audience for media messages.10.2d Identify the tools and techniques used to achieve the intended focus.

Reading/ Vocabulary

10.3a Use structural analysis of roots, affixes, synonyms, antonyms and cognates to understand complex words.10.3f Extend general and specialized vocabulary through speaking, reading, and writing.

Reading/ Fiction

10.4a Identify main idea and supporting details.10.4b Make predictions, draw inferences and connect prior knowledge to support reading comprehension.10.4c Explain similarities and differences of techniques and literary forms represented in the literature of different cultures and eras.10.4e Identify universal themes prevalent in the literature of different cultures.10.4i Compare and contrast literature from different cultures and eras.10.4m Use reading strategies to monitor comprehension throughout the reading process.

Reading/Non- 10.5a Identify text organization and structure.

fiction 10.5b Recognize an author’s intended audience and purpose for writing.10.5c Skim manuals or informational sources to locate information.10.5e Interpret and use data and information in maps, charts, graphs, timelines, tables and diagrams.10.5f Draw conclusions and make inferences on explicit and implied information using textual support as evidence.10.5h Use reading strategies throughout the reading process to monitor comprehension.

Writing 10.6a Generate, gather and organize ideas for writing to address a specific audience and purpose.10.6c Elaborate ideas clearly through word choice and vivid description.10.6e Organize ideas into a logical sequence using transitions.10.6f Revise writing for clarity of content, accuracy and depth of information.10.6g Use computer technology to plan, draft, revise, edit and publish writing.10.7c Use a style manual, such as that of the Modern Language Association (MLA) or the American Psychological Association (APA), to apply rules for punctuation and formatting of direct quotations.10.7d Differentiate between in-text citations and works cited on the bibliography page.10.7e Analyze the writing of others.10.7f Describe how the author accomplishes the intended purpose of a piece of writing.10.7g Suggest how writing might be improved.10.7h Proofread and edit final product for intended audience and purpose.

Research 10.8a Use technology as a tool to research, organize, evaluate, synthesize and communicate information.10.8b Develop the central idea or focus.10.8e Cite sources for both quoted and paraphrased ideas using a standard method of documentation, such as that of the Modern Language Association (MLA) or American Psychological Association (APA).10.8f Define the meaning and consequences of plagiarism and follow ethical and legal guidelines for gathering and using information.

MP 2: Striving for SuccessCategory/Strand SOL

Communication 10.1a Assume responsibility for specific group tasks.10.1b Collaborate in the preparation or summary of the group activity.10.1c Include all group members in oral presentation.10.1e Demonstrate the ability to work effectively with diverse teams to accomplish a common goal.10.1f Collaborate with others to exchange ideas, develop new understandings, make decisions and solve problems.10.1g Access, critically evaluate, and use information accurately to solve problems.10.1h Evaluate one’s own role in preparation and delivery of oral reports.10.1i Use a variety of strategies to listen actively.10.2b Evaluate sources including advertisements, editorials, blogs, Web sites, and other media for relationships between intent, factual content, and opinion.

Reading/ Vocabulary

10.3b Use context, structure and connotations to determine meanings of words and phrases.10.3c Discriminate between connotative and denotative meanings of words and phrases.10.3f Extend general and specialized vocabulary through speaking, reading, and writing.

Reading/ Fiction

10.4b Make predictions, draw inferences and connect prior knowledge to support reading comprehension.10.4e Identify universal themes prevalent in the literature of different cultures.10.4h Evaluate how an author’s specific word choices, syntax, tone and voice shape the intended meaning of the text, achieve specific effects and support the author’s purpose.10.4i Compare and contrast literature from different cultures and eras.10.4l Compare and contrast character development in a play to characterization in other literary forms.10.4m Use reading strategies to monitor comprehension throughout the reading process.

Reading/Non- 10.5a Identify text organization and structure.

fiction 10.5d Compare and contrast informational texts.10.5f Draw conclusions and make inferences on explicit and implied information using textual support as evidence.10.5g Analyze and synthesize information in order to solve problems, answer questions and generate new knowledge.10.5h Use reading strategies throughout the reading process to monitor comprehension.

Writing 10.6b Synthesize information to support the thesis.10.6d Write clear and varied sentences, clarifying ideas with precise and relevant evidence.10.6f Revise writing for clarity of content, accuracy and depth of information.10.6g Use computer technology to plan, draft, revise, edit and publish writing.10.7a Distinguish between active and passive voice.10.7b Apply rules governing use of the colon.10.7c Use a style manual, such as that of the Modern Language Association (MLA) or the American Psychological Association (APA), to apply rules for punctuation and formatting of direct quotations.10.7d Differentiate between in-text citations and works cited on the bibliography page.10.7e Analyze the writing of others.10.7f Describe how the author accomplishes the intended purpose of a piece of writing.10.7g Suggest how writing might be improved.10.7h Proofread and edit final product for intended audience and purpose.

Research 10.8a Use technology as a tool to research, organize, evaluate, synthesize and communicate information.10.8c Verify the accuracy, validity and usefulness of information.10.8e Cite sources for both quoted and paraphrased ideas using a standard method of documentation, such as that of the Modern Language Association (MLA) or American Psychological Association (APA).

MP 3: Clashing ForcesCategory/Strand SOL

Communication 10.1a Assume responsibility for specific group tasks.

10.1b Collaborate in the preparation or summary of the group activity.

10.1c Include all group members in oral presentation.

10.1e Demonstrate the ability to work effectively with diverse teams to accomplish a common goal.

10.1f Collaborate with others to exchange ideas, develop new understandings, make decisions and solve problems.

10.1h Evaluate one’s own role in preparation and delivery of oral reports.

10.1i Use a variety of strategies to listen actively.

Reading/ Vocabulary

10.3e Identify literary and classical allusions and figurative language in text.

10.3f Extend general and specialized vocabulary through speaking, reading, and writing.

Reading/ Fiction

10.4b Make predictions, draw inferences and connect prior knowledge to support reading comprehension.

10.4e Identify universal themes prevalent in the literature of different cultures.

10.4i Compare and contrast literature from different cultures and eras.

10.4j Distinguish between a critique and a summary.

10.4k Compare and contrast how rhyme, rhythm, sound, imagery, style, form and other literary devices convey a message and elicit a reader’s emotions.10.4m Use reading strategies to monitor comprehension throughout the reading process.

Reading/Non-fiction

10.5a Identify text organization and structure.

10.5f Draw conclusions and make inferences on explicit and implied information using textual support as evidence.

10.5h Use reading strategies throughout the reading process to monitor comprehension.

Writing 10.6f Revise writing for clarity of content, accuracy and depth of information.

10.6g Use computer technology to plan, draft, revise, edit and publish writing.

10.7c Use a style manual, such as that of the Modern Language Association (MLA) or the American Psychological Association (APA), to apply rules for punctuation and formatting of direct quotations.10.7e Analyze the writing of others.

10.7f Describe how the author accomplishes the intended purpose of a piece of writing.

10.7g Suggest how writing might be improved.

10.7h Proofread and edit final product for intended audience and purpose.

Research 10.8a Use technology as a tool to research, organize, evaluate, synthesize and communicate information.

10.8d Make sense of information gathered from diverse sources by identifying misconceptions, main and supporting ideas, conflicting information, point of view or bias.10.8e Cite sources for both quoted and paraphrased ideas using a standard method of documentation, such as that of the Modern Language Association (MLA) or American Psychological Association (APA).

MP 4: Expanding HorizonsCategory/Strand SOL

Communication 10.1a Assume responsibility for specific group tasks.

10.1b Collaborate in the preparation or summary of the group activity.

10.1c Include all group members in oral presentation.

10.1e Demonstrate the ability to work effectively with diverse teams to accomplish a common goal.

10.1f Collaborate with others to exchange ideas, develop new understandings, make decisions and solve problems.

10.1h Evaluate one’s own role in preparation and delivery of oral reports.

10.1i Use a variety of strategies to listen actively.

10.1j Analyze and interpret other’s presentations.

10.1k Evaluate effectiveness of group process in preparation and delivery of oral reports.

10.2a Use media, visual literacy, and technology skills to create products.

Reading/ Vocabulary

10.3d Identify the meaning of common idioms.

10.3f Extend general and specialized vocabulary through speaking, reading, and writing.

10.3g Use knowledge of the evolution, diversity and effects of language to comprehend and elaborate the meaning of texts.

Reading/ Fiction

10.4b Make predictions, draw inferences and connect prior knowledge to support reading comprehension.

10.4d Analyze the cultural or social function of literature.

10.4e Identify universal themes prevalent in the literature of different cultures.

10.4f Examine a literary selection from several critical perspectives.

10.4g Explain the influence of historical context on the form, style and point of view of a literary text.

10.4i Compare and contrast literature from different cultures and eras.

10.4m Use reading strategies to monitor comprehension throughout the reading process.

Reading/Non-fiction

10.5a Identify text organization and structure.

10.5f Draw conclusions and make inferences on explicit and implied information using textual support as evidence.

10.5h Use reading strategies throughout the reading process to monitor comprehension.

Writing 10.6f Revise writing for clarity of content, accuracy and depth of information.

10.6g Use computer technology to plan, draft, revise, edit and publish writing.

10.7c Use a style manual, such as that of the Modern Language Association (MLA) or the American Psychological Association (APA), to apply rules for punctuation and formatting of direct quotations.10.7e Analyze the writing of others.

10.7f Describe how the author accomplishes the intended purpose of a piece of writing.

10.7g Suggest how writing might be improved.

10.7h Proofread and edit final product for intended audience and purpose.

Research 10.8a Use technology as a tool to research, organize, evaluate, synthesize and communicate information.

10.8e Cite sources for both quoted and paraphrased ideas using a standard method of documentation, such as that of the Modern Language Association (MLA) or American Psychological Association (APA).

Grade 11

MP 1: Puritan/Early Colonial /Age of ReasonCategory/Strand SOL

Communication 11.1a Gather and organize evidence to support a position.

11.1b Present evidence clearly and convincingly.

11.1e Use grammatically correct language, including vocabulary appropriate to the topic, audience and purpose.

11.1f Monitor listening and use a variety of active listening strategies to make evaluations.

11.2a Use technology and other information tools to organize and display knowledge in ways others can view, use and assess.

11.2b Use media, visual literacy and technology skills to create products.

11.2c Evaluate sources including advertisements, editorials, blogs, Web sites and other media for relationships between intent, factual content and opinion.

11.2d Determine the author’s purpose and intended effect on the audience for media messages.

Reading/ Vocabulary

11.3a Use structural analysis of roots, affixes, synonyms, antonyms and cognates to understand complex words.

11.3f Extend general and specialized vocabulary through speaking, reading, and writing.

Reading/ Fiction Review basic literary elements from 9 and 10, including main idea, summary, predictions, inference and themes

11.4c Discuss American literature as it reflects traditional and contemporary themes, motifs, universal characters, and genres.

11.4e Analyze how context and language structures convey an author’s intent and viewpoint.

11.4f Explain how the sound of a poem (rhyme, rhythm, onomatopoeia, repetition, alliteration, assonance, and parallelism) supports the subject, mood, and theme.

11.4g Explain how imagery and figures of speech appeal to the reader’s senses and experience.

11.4h Explain how an author’s specific word choices, syntax, tone, and voice support the author’s purpose.

11.4i Read and analyze a variety of American dramatic selections.

11.4k Generate and respond logically to literal, inferential, evaluative, synthesizing, and critical thinking questions before, during, and after reading texts.

Reading/Non-fiction

Review basic text features from 9 and 10, including main idea, summary, and fact/opinion.

11.5a Use information from texts to clarify understanding of concepts.

11.5b Read and follow directions to complete an application for college admission, for a scholarship, or for employment.

11.5d Draw conclusions and make inferences on explicit and implied information using textual support.

11.5e Analyze two or more texts addressing the same topic to identify authors’ purpose and determine how authors reach similar or different conclusions.

11.5h Generate and respond logically to literal, inferential, evaluative, synthesizing, and critical thinking questions before, during, and after reading texts.

Writing 11.6a Generate, gather, plan, and organize ideas for writing to address a specific audience and purpose.

11.6b Produce arguments in writing developing a thesis that demonstrates knowledgeable judgments, addresses counterclaims, and provides effective conclusions.

11.6c Organize ideas in a sustained and logical manner.

11.6d Clarify and defend position with precise and relevant evidence elaborating ideas clearly and accurately.

11.6f Revise writing for clarity of content, accuracy and depth of information.

11.6g Use computer technology to plan, draft, revise, edit, and publish writing.

11.6h Write and revise correspondence to a standard acceptable both in the workplace and in postsecondary education.

11.7a Use a style manual, such as that of the Modern Language Association (MLA) or theAmerican Psychological Association (APA), to apply rules for punctuation and formatting of direct quotations.

11.7b Use verbals and verbal phrases to achieve sentence conciseness and variety.

11.7c Distinguish between active and passive voice.

11.7d Differentiate between in-text citations and works cited on the bibliography page.

11.7e Adjust sentence and paragraph structures for a variety of purposes and audiences.

11.7f Proofread and edit writing for intended audience and purpose.

Research 11.8a Use technology as a tool to research, organize, evaluate, and communicate information.

11.8b Narrow a topic and develop a plan for research.

11.8c Collect information to support a thesis.

11.8d Critically evaluate quality, accuracy, and validity of information.

11.8f Synthesize and present information in a logical sequence.

11.8g Cite sources for both quoted and paraphrased ideas using a standard method of documentation, such as that of the Modern Language Association (MLA) or the American Psychological Association (APA).

11.8h Revise writing for clarity of content, accuracy, and depth of information.

11.8i Edit writing for grammatically correct use of language, spelling, punctuation, capitalization, and sentence/paragraph structure.

11.8j Define the meaning and consequences of plagiarism and follow ethical and legal guidelines for gathering and using information.MP 2: Romanticism/Transcendentalism/Realism/NaturalismCategory/Strand SOL

Communication 11.1c Address counterclaims.

11.1e Use grammatically correct language, including vocabulary appropriate to the topic, audience and purpose.

11.1g Use presentation technology.

11.1h Collaborate and report on small-group learning activities.

11.2a Use technology and other information tools to organize and display knowledge in ways others can view, use and assess.

11.2b Use media, visual literacy and technology skills to create products.

11.2c Evaluate sources including advertisements, editorials, blogs, Web sites and other media for relationships between intent, factual content and opinion.

11.2d Determine the author’s purpose and intended effect on the audience for media messages.

Reading/ Vocabulary

11.3b Use context, structure and connotations to determine meanings of words and phrases.

11.3c Discriminate between connotative and denotative meanings and interpret the connotation.

11.3f Extend general and specialized vocabulary through speaking, reading, and writing.

Reading/ Fiction Review basic literary elements from 9 and 10, including main idea, summary, predictions, inference and themes

11.4c Discuss American literature as it reflects traditional and contemporary themes, motifs, universal characters, and genres.

11.4e Analyze how context and language structures convey an author’s intent and viewpoint.

11.4f Explain how the sound of a poem (rhyme, rhythm, onomatopoeia, repetition, alliteration, assonance, and parallelism) supports the subject, mood, and theme.

11.4g Explain how imagery and figures of speech appeal to the reader’s senses and experience.

11.4h Explain how an author’s specific word choices, syntax, tone, and voice support the author’s purpose.

11.4i Read and analyze a variety of American dramatic selections.

11.4j Analyze the use of literary elements and dramatic conventions including verbal, situational and dramatic irony used in American literature.

11.4k Generate and respond logically to literal, inferential, evaluative, synthesizing, and critical thinking questions before, during, and after reading texts.

Reading/Non-fiction

Review basic text features from 9 and 10, including main idea, summary, and fact/opinion.

11.5c Generalize ideas from selections to make predictions about other texts.

11.5d Draw conclusions and make inferences on explicit and implied information using textual support.

11.5e Analyze two or more texts addressing the same topic to identify authors’ purpose and determine how authors reach similar or different conclusions.

11.5f Identify false premises in persuasive writing.

11.5h Generate and respond logically to literal, inferential, evaluative, synthesizing, and critical thinking questions before, during, and after reading texts.

Writing 11.6a Generate, gather, plan, and organize ideas for writing to address a specific audience and purpose.

11.6c Organize ideas in a sustained and logical manner.

11.6e Adapt content, vocabulary, voice, and tone to audience, purpose, and situation.

11.6f Revise writing for clarity of content, accuracy and depth of information.

11.6g Use computer technology to plan, draft, revise, edit, and publish writing.

11.6h Write and revise correspondence to a standard acceptable both in the workplace and in postsecondary education.

11.7a Use a style manual, such as that of the Modern Language Association (MLA) or theAmerican Psychological Association (APA), to apply rules for punctuation and formatting of direct quotations.

11.7c Distinguish between active and passive voice.

11.7d Differentiate between in-text citations and works cited on the bibliography page.

11.7e Adjust sentence and paragraph structures for a variety of purposes and audiences.

11.7f Proofread and edit writing for intended audience and purpose.

Research 11.8a Use technology as a tool to research, organize, evaluate, and communicate information.

11.8b Narrow a topic and develop a plan for research.

11.8c Collect information to support a thesis.

11.8d Critically evaluate quality, accuracy, and validity of information.

11.8e Make sense of information gathered from diverse sources by identifying misconceptions, main and supporting ideas, conflicting information, point of view or bias.

11.8f Synthesize and present information in a logical sequence.

11.8g Cite sources for both quoted and paraphrased ideas using a standard method of documentation, such as that of the Modern Language Association (MLA) or the American Psychological Association (APA).

11.8h Revise writing for clarity of content, accuracy, and depth of information.

11.8i Edit writing for grammatically correct use of language, spelling, punctuation, capitalization, and sentence/paragraph structure.

11.8j Define the meaning and consequences of plagiarism and follow ethical and legal guidelines for gathering and using information.

MP 3: Modern Period/Harlem RenaissanceCategory/Strand SOLCommunication 11.1e Use grammatically correct language, including vocabulary appropriate to the topic, audience and purpose.

11.2a Use technology and other information tools to organize and display knowledge in ways others can view, use and assess.11.2b Use media, visual literacy and technology skills to create products.11.2c Evaluate sources including advertisements, editorials, blogs, Web sites and other media for relationships between intent, factual content and opinion.11.2d Determine the author’s purpose and intended effect on the audience for media messages.

Reading/ Vocabulary

11.3d Identify the meaning of common idioms.11.3e Identify literary and classical allusions and figurative language in text.11.3f Extend general and specialized vocabulary through speaking, reading, and writing.

Reading/ Fiction

11.4c Discuss American literature as it reflects traditional and contemporary themes, motifs, universal characters, and genres.11.4e Analyze how context and language structures convey an author’s intent and viewpoint.11.4f Explain how the sound of a poem (rhyme, rhythm, onomatopoeia, repetition, alliteration, assonance, and parallelism) supports the subject, mood, and theme.11.4g Explain how imagery and figures of speech appeal to the reader’s senses and experience.11.4h Explain how an author’s specific word choices, syntax, tone, and voice support the author’s purpose.11.4i Read and analyze a variety of American dramatic selections.11.4k Generate and respond logically to literal, inferential, evaluative, synthesizing, and critical thinking questions before, during, and after reading texts.

Reading/Non-fiction

11.5d Draw conclusions and make inferences on explicit and implied information using textual support.11.5e Analyze two or more texts addressing the same topic to identify authors’ purpose and determine how authors reach similar or different conclusions.11.5g Recognize and analyze use of ambiguity, contradiction, paradox, irony, overstatement, and understatement in text.11.5h Generate and respond logically to literal, inferential, evaluative, synthesizing, and critical thinking questions before, during, and after reading texts.

Writing 11.6a Generate, gather, plan, and organize ideas for writing to address a specific audience and purpose.11.6c Organize ideas in a sustained and logical manner.11.6f Revise writing for clarity of content, accuracy and depth of information.11.6g Use computer technology to plan, draft, revise, edit, and publish writing.11.6h Write and revise correspondence to a standard acceptable both in the workplace and in postsecondary education.11.7a Use a style manual, such as that of the Modern Language Association (MLA) or theAmerican Psychological Association (APA), to apply rules for punctuation and formatting of direct quotations.11.7c Distinguish between active and passive voice.11.7d Differentiate between in-text citations and works cited on the bibliography page.11.7e Adjust sentence and paragraph structures for a variety of purposes and audiences.11.7f Proofread and edit writing for intended audience and purpose.

Research 11.8a Use technology as a tool to research, organize, evaluate, and communicate information.

11.8b Narrow a topic and develop a plan for research.11.8c Collect information to support a thesis.11.8d Critically evaluate quality, accuracy, and validity of information.11.8f Synthesize and present information in a logical sequence.11.8g Cite sources for both quoted and paraphrased ideas using a standard method of documentation, such as that of the Modern Language Association (MLA) or the American Psychological Association (APA).11.8h Revise writing for clarity of content, accuracy, and depth of information.11.8i Edit writing for grammatically correct use of language, spelling, punctuation, capitalization, and sentence/paragraph structure.11.8j Define the meaning and consequences of plagiarism and follow ethical and legal guidelines for gathering and using information.

MP 4: Post Modernism/Modern TimesCategory/Strand SOLCommunication 11.1d Support and defend ideas in public forums.

11.1e Use grammatically correct language, including vocabulary appropriate to the topic, audience and purpose.11.2a Use technology and other information tools to organize and display knowledge in ways others can view, use and assess.

11.2b Use media, visual literacy and technology skills to create products.11.2c Evaluate sources including advertisements, editorials, blogs, Web sites and other media for relationships between intent, factual content and opinion.11.2d Determine the author’s purpose and intended effect on the audience for media messages.

Reading/ Vocabulary

11.3f Extend general and specialized vocabulary through speaking, reading, and writing.11.3g Use knowledge of the evolution, diversity and effects of language to comprehend and elaborate the meaning of texts.

Reading/ Fiction

11.4a Describe contributions of different cultures to the development of American literature.11.4b Compare and contrast the development of American literature in its historical context.11.4c Discuss American literature as it reflects traditional and contemporary themes, motifs, universal characters, and genres.

11.4d Analyze the social or cultural function of American literature.11.4e Analyze how context and language structures convey an author’s intent and viewpoint.11.4f Explain how the sound of a poem (rhyme, rhythm, onomatopoeia, repetition, alliteration, assonance, and parallelism) supports the subject, mood, and theme.11.4g Explain how imagery and figures of speech appeal to the reader’s senses and experience.11.4h Explain how an author’s specific word choices, syntax, tone, and voice support the author’s purpose.11.4i Read and analyze a variety of American dramatic selections.11.4k Generate and respond logically to literal, inferential, evaluative, synthesizing, and critical thinking questions before, during, and after reading texts.

Reading/Non-fiction

11.5d Draw conclusions and make inferences on explicit and implied information using textual support.11.5e Analyze two or more texts addressing the same topic to identify authors’ purpose and determine how authors reach similar or different conclusions.11.5 Generate and respond logically to literal, inferential, evaluative, synthesizing, and critical thinking questions before, during, and after reading texts.

Writing 11.6a Generate, gather, plan, and organize ideas for writing to address a specific audience and purpose.11.6c Organize ideas in a sustained and logical manner.11.6f Revise writing for clarity of content, accuracy and depth of information.11.6g Use computer technology to plan, draft, revise, edit, and publish writing.11.6h Write and revise correspondence to a standard acceptable both in the workplace and in postsecondary education.11.7a Use a style manual, such as that of the Modern Language Association (MLA) or theAmerican Psychological Association (APA), to apply rules for punctuation and formatting of direct quotations.11.7c Distinguish between active and passive voice.11.7d Differentiate between in-text citations and works cited on the bibliography page.11.7e Adjust sentence and paragraph structures for a variety of purposes and audiences.

11.7f Proofread and edit writing for intended audience and purpose.

Research 11.8a Use technology as a tool to research, organize, evaluate, and communicate information.11.8b Narrow a topic and develop a plan for research.11.8c Collect information to support a thesis.11.8d Critically evaluate quality, accuracy, and validity of information.11.8f Synthesize and present information in a logical sequence.11.8g Cite sources for both quoted and paraphrased ideas using a standard method of documentation, such as that of the Modern Language Association (MLA) or the American Psychological Association (APA).11.8h Revise writing for clarity of content, accuracy, and depth of information.11.8i Edit writing for grammatically correct use of language, spelling, punctuation, capitalization, and sentence/paragraph structure.11.8j Define the meaning and consequences of plagiarism and follow ethical and legal guidelines for gathering and using information.

Grade 12MP 1: College Readiness/Medieval TimesCategory/Strand SOLCommunication 12.1a Choose the purpose of the presentation.

12.1b Choose vocabulary, language, and tone appropriate to the audience, topic, and purpose.12.1d Use media, visual literacy, and technology skills to create and support the presentation.12.1e Use grammatically correct language, including vocabulary appropriate to the topic, audience, and purpose.12.1h Use a variety of listening strategies to analyze relationships among purpose, audience, and content of presentations.12.2a Evaluate sources including advertisements, editorials, blogs, Web sites, and other media for relationships between intent, factual content, and opinion.12.2b Determine the author’s purpose and intended effect on the audience for media messages.

Reading/ Vocabulary

12.3a Use structural analysis of roots, affixes, synonyms, antonyms, and cognates to understand complex words.12.3e Expand general and specialized vocabulary through speaking, reading, and writing.

Reading/ Fiction

12.4b Recognize major literary forms and their elements.12.4c Recognize the characteristics of major chronological eras.12.4d Relate literary works and authors to major themes and issues of their eras.12.4f Explain how the sound of a poem (rhyme, rhythm, onomatopoeia, repetition, alliteration, assonance, and parallelism) supports the subject, mood, and theme.12.4i Compare and contrast dramatic elements of plays from American, British, and other cultures.

Reading/Non-fiction

12.5b Analyze and synthesize information in order to solve problems, answer questions, and generate new knowledge.12.5c Analyze two or more texts addressing the same topic to identify authors’ purpose and determine how authors reach similar or different conclusions.12.5e Identify false premises in persuasive writing.12.5f Draw conclusions and make inferences on explicit and implied information using textual support.

Writing 12.6a Generate, gather, and organize ideas for writing to address a specific audience and purpose.12.6b Produce arguments in writing that develop a thesis to demonstrate knowledgeable judgments, address counterclaims, and provide effective conclusions.12.6c Clarify and defend a position with precise and relevant evidence.12.6e Use a variety of rhetorical strategies to accomplish a specific purpose.12.6f Create arguments free of errors in logic and externally supported.12.6g Revise writing for clarity of content, depth of information and technique of presentation.12.6h Use computer technology to plan, draft, revise, edit, and publish writing.12.7a Edit, proofread, and prepare writing for intended audience and purpose.12.7b Apply grammatical conventions to edit writing for correct use of language, spelling, punctuation, and capitalization.12.7c Use a style manual, such as that of the Modern Language Association (MLA) or the American Psychological Association (APA), to apply rules for punctuation and formatting of direct quotations.

Research 12.8a Use technology as a tool to research, organize, evaluate, and communicate information.12.8b Frame, analyze, and synthesize information to solve problems, answer questions, and generate new knowledge.

12.8c Critically evaluate the accuracy, quality, and validity of the information.12.8d Synthesize information to support the thesis and present information in a logical manner.12.8e Cite sources for both quoted and paraphrased ideas using a standard method of documentation, such as that of the Modern Language Association (MLA) or the American Psychological Association (APA).12.8f Revise writing for clarity, depth of information, and technique of presentation.12.8g Edit writing for language, spelling, punctuation, capitalization, syntax, and paragraphing as appropriate for Standard English.12.8h Define the meaning and consequences of plagiarism and follow ethical and legal guidelines for gathering and using information.

MP 2: English RenaissanceCategory/Strand SOL

Communication 12.1a Choose the purpose of the presentation.12.1c Use details, illustrations, statistics, comparisons, and analogies to support the presentation.12.1d Use media, visual literacy, and technology skills to create and support the presentation.12.1e Use grammatically correct language, including vocabulary appropriate to the topic, audience, and purpose.12.1f Collaborate and report on small group learning activities.12.2a Evaluate sources including advertisements, editorials, blogs, Web sites, and other media for relationships between intent, factual content, and opinion.12.2b Determine the author’s purpose and intended effect on the audience for media messages.

Reading/ Vocabulary

12.3b Use context, structure, and connotations to determine meanings of words and phrases.12.3c Discriminate between connotative and denotative meanings and interpret the connotation.12.3e Expand general and specialized vocabulary through speaking, reading, and writing.

Reading/ Fiction

12.4b Recognize major literary forms and their elements.12.4c Recognize the characteristics of major chronological eras.12.4d Relate literary works and authors to major themes and issues of their eras.12.4f Explain how the sound of a poem (rhyme, rhythm, onomatopoeia, repetition, alliteration, assonance, and parallelism) supports the subject, mood, and theme.12.4h Analyze how dramatic conventions including character, scene, dialogue, and staging contribute to the theme and effect.

Reading/Non-fiction

12.5a Generate and respond logically to literal, inferential, evaluative, synthesizing, and critical thinking questions before, during, and after reading texts.12.5b Analyze and synthesize information in order to solve problems, answer questions, and generate new knowledge.12.5c Analyze two or more texts addressing the same topic to identify authors’ purpose and determine how authors reach similar or different conclusions.12.5f Draw conclusions and make inferences on explicit and implied information using textual support.

Writing 12.6a Generate, gather, and organize ideas for writing to address a specific audience and purpose.12.6d Adapt content, vocabulary, voice, and tone to audience, purpose, and situation.12.6e Use a variety of rhetorical strategies to accomplish a specific purpose.12.6g Revise writing for clarity of content, depth of information and technique of presentation.12.6h Use computer technology to plan, draft, revise, edit, and publish writing.12.7a Edit, proofread, and prepare writing for intended audience and purpose.12.7b Apply grammatical conventions to edit writing for correct use of language, spelling, punctuation, and capitalization.12.7c Use a style manual, such as that of the Modern Language Association (MLA) or the American Psychological Association (APA), to apply rules for punctuation and formatting of direct quotations.

Research 12.8a Use technology as a tool to research, organize, evaluate, and communicate information.12.8b Frame, analyze, and synthesize information to solve problems, answer questions, and generate new knowledge.

12.8c Critically evaluate the accuracy, quality, and validity of the information.12.8d Synthesize information to support the thesis and present information in a logical manner.12.8e Cite sources for both quoted and paraphrased ideas using a standard method of documentation, such as that of the Modern Language Association (MLA) or the American Psychological Association (APA).12.8f Revise writing for clarity, depth of information, and technique of presentation.12.8g Edit writing for language, spelling, punctuation, capitalization, syntax, and paragraphing as appropriate for Standard English.12.8h Define the meaning and consequences of plagiarism and follow ethical and legal guidelines for gathering and using information.

MP 3: 17th-18th Century/Victorian PeriodCategory/Strand SOL

Communication 12.1a Choose the purpose of the presentation.12.1d Use media, visual literacy, and technology skills to create and support the presentation.12.1e Use grammatically correct language, including vocabulary appropriate to the topic, audience, and purpose.12.1g Evaluate formal presentations including personal, digital, visual, textual, and technological.12.1i Critique effectiveness of presentations.12.2a Evaluate sources including advertisements, editorials, blogs, Web sites, and other media for relationships between intent, factual content, and opinion.12.2b Determine the author’s purpose and intended effect on the audience for media messages.

Reading/ Vocabulary

12.3e Expand general and specialized vocabulary through speaking, reading, and writing.

Reading/ Fiction

12.4b Recognize major literary forms and their elements.12.4c Recognize the characteristics of major chronological eras.12.4d Relate literary works and authors to major themes and issues of their eras.12.4f Explain how the sound of a poem (rhyme, rhythm, onomatopoeia, repetition, alliteration, assonance, and parallelism) supports the subject, mood, and theme.12.4g Compare and contrast traditional and contemporary poems from many cultures.

Reading/Non-fiction

12.5b Analyze and synthesize information in order to solve problems, answer questions, and generate new knowledge.12.5c Analyze two or more texts addressing the same topic to identify authors’ purpose and determine how authors reach similar or different conclusions.12.5d Recognize and analyze use of ambiguity, contradiction, paradox, irony, overstatement, and understatement in text.12.5f Draw conclusions and make inferences on explicit and implied information using textual support.

Writing 12.6a Generate, gather, and organize ideas for writing to address a specific audience and purpose.12.6e Use a variety of rhetorical strategies to accomplish a specific purpose.12.6g Revise writing for clarity of content, depth of information and technique of presentation.12.6h Use computer technology to plan, draft, revise, edit, and publish writing.12.7a Edit, proofread, and prepare writing for intended audience and purpose.12.7b Apply grammatical conventions to edit writing for correct use of language, spelling, punctuation, and capitalization.12.7c Use a style manual, such as that of the Modern Language Association (MLA) or the American Psychological Association (APA), to apply rules for punctuation and formatting of direct quotations.

Research 12.8a Use technology as a tool to research, organize, evaluate, and communicate information.12.8b Frame, analyze, and synthesize information to solve problems, answer questions, and generate new knowledge.12.8c Critically evaluate the accuracy, quality, and validity of the information.12.8d Synthesize information to support the thesis and present information in a logical manner.12.8e Cite sources for both quoted and paraphrased ideas using a standard method of documentation, such as that of the Modern Language Association (MLA) or the American Psychological Association (APA).

12.8f Revise writing for clarity, depth of information, and technique of presentation.12.8g Edit writing for language, spelling, punctuation, capitalization, syntax, and paragraphing as appropriate for Standard English.12.8h Define the meaning and consequences of plagiarism and follow ethical and legal guidelines for gathering and using information.

MP 4: Modern/Post Modern TimesCategory/Strand SOL

Communication 12.1a Choose the purpose of the presentation.

12.1d Use media, visual literacy, and technology skills to create and support the presentation.

12.1e Use grammatically correct language, including vocabulary appropriate to the topic, audience, and purpose.

12.2a Evaluate sources including advertisements, editorials, blogs, Web sites, and other media for relationships between intent, factual content, and opinion.12.2b Determine the author’s purpose and intended effect on the audience for media messages.

Reading/ Vocabulary

12.3d Identify the meaning of common idioms, literary and classical allusions in text.

12.3e Expand general and specialized vocabulary through speaking, reading, and writing.

12.3f Use knowledge of the evolution, diversity, and effects of language to comprehend and elaborate the meaning of texts.

Reading/ Fiction

12.4a Compare and contrast the development of British literature in its historical context.

12.4b Recognize major literary forms and their elements.

12.4c Recognize the characteristics of major chronological eras.

12.4d Relate literary works and authors to major themes and issues of their eras.

12.4e Analyze the social and cultural function of British literature.

12.4f Explain how the sound of a poem (rhyme, rhythm, onomatopoeia, repetition, alliteration, assonance, and parallelism) supports the subject, mood, and theme.

Reading/Non-fiction

12.5b Analyze and synthesize information in order to solve problems, answer questions, and generate new knowledge.

12.5c Analyze two or more texts addressing the same topic to identify authors’ purpose and determine how authors reach similar or different conclusions.12.5f Draw conclusions and make inferences on explicit and implied information using textual support.

Writing 12.6a Generate, gather, and organize ideas for writing to address a specific audience and purpose.

12.6e Use a variety of rhetorical strategies to accomplish a specific purpose.

12.6g Revise writing for clarity of content, depth of information and technique of presentation.

12.6h Use computer technology to plan, draft, revise, edit, and publish writing.

12.7a Edit, proofread, and prepare writing for intended audience and purpose.

12.7b Apply grammatical conventions to edit writing for correct use of language, spelling, punctuation, and capitalization.

12.7c Use a style manual, such as that of the Modern Language Association (MLA) or the American Psychological Association (APA), to apply rules for punctuation and formatting of direct quotations.

Research 12.8a Use technology as a tool to research, organize, evaluate, and communicate information.

12.8b Frame, analyze, and synthesize information to solve problems, answer questions, and generate new knowledge.

12.8c Critically evaluate the accuracy, quality, and validity of the information.

12.8d Synthesize information to support the thesis and present information in a logical manner.

12.8e Cite sources for both quoted and paraphrased ideas using a standard method of documentation, such as that of the Modern Language Association (MLA) or the American Psychological Association (APA).12.8f Revise writing for clarity, depth of information, and technique of presentation.

12.8g Edit writing for language, spelling, punctuation, capitalization, syntax, and paragraphing as appropriate for Standard English.12.8h Define the meaning and consequences of plagiarism and follow ethical and legal guidelines for gathering and using information.