6.14.1.1. Write arguments focused on discipline-specific content.6.14.1.1.a. Introduce claim(s) about a topic or issue, acknowledge and distinguish the claim(s) from alternate or opposing claims, and organize the reasons and evidence logically.
6.14.1.1.c. Use words, phrases, and clauses to create cohesion and clarify the relationships among claim(s), counterclaims, reasons, and evidence.
6.14.1.1.d. Establish and maintain a formal style.
6.14.1.1.e. Provide a concluding statement or section that follows from and supports the argument presented.
6.14.2.2. Write informative/explanatory texts, as they apply to each discipline and reporting format, including the narration of historical events, of scientific procedures/ experiments, or description of technical processes.6.14.2.2.a. Introduce a topic clearly, previewing what is to follow; organize ideas, concepts, and information into broader categories as appropriate to achieving purpose; include formatting (e.g., headings), graphics (e.g., charts, tables), and multimedia when usefu
6.14.2.2.b. Develop the topic with relevant, credible, sufficient, and well-chosen facts, definitions, concrete details, quotations, or other information and examples.
6.14.2.2.c. Use appropriate and varied transitions to create cohesion and clarify the relationships among ideas and concepts.
6.14.2.2.d. Use precise language and domain-specific vocabulary to inform about or explain the topic.
6.14.2.2.e. Establish and maintain a formal style and objective tone.
6.14.2.2.f. Provide a concluding statement or section that follows from and supports the information or explanation presented.
6.14.3.3. (See note; not applicable as a separate requirement)6.14.3.3.a. Note: Students' narrative skills continue to grow in these grades. The Standards require that students be able to incorporate narrative elements effectively into arguments and informative/explanatory texts. In history/social studies, students must be able