Foundational Standards (Overview), Grades 9-10

Reading:
RL1/RIT1: Cite strong and thorough textual evidence to support analysis of what the text says explicitly as well as inferences drawn from the text.

RL2/RIT2: Determine a theme or central idea of a text and analyze in detail its development over the course of the text, including how it emerges and is shaped and refined by specific details; provide objective summary of the text.

RL4/RIT4: Determine the meaning of the words and phrases as they are used in the text, including figurative and connotative meanings; analyze the cumulative impact of specific word choices on meaning and tone.

Writing
W1: Write arguments to support claims in an analysis of substantive topics or texts, using valid reasoning and relevant sufficient evidence.

W2: Write informative/explanatory texts to examine and convey complex ideas, concepts, and information clearly and accurately through the effective selection, organization, and analysis of content.

W4: Produce clear and coherent writing in which the development, organization, and style are appropriate to the task, purpose, and audience.

Speaking and Listening
SL1: Initiate and participate effectively in a range of collaborative discussions (one-on-one, in groups, and teacher-led) with diverse partners, topics, and issues, building on others’ ideas and expressing their own clearly and persuasively.

Language
L1: Demonstrate a command of the conventions of standard English grammar and usage when writing or speaking.

L5: Demonstrate understanding of figurative language, word relationships, and nuances in word meanings.