West Virginia College and Career Readiness Standards
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WV.8.L.Language
Language
Conventions of Standard English
ELA.8.36. Demonstrate command of the conventions of Standard English grammar and usage when writing or speaking.
ELA.8.36.1. Explain the function of verbals (gerunds, participles, and infinitives) in general and their function in particular sentences.
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Vocabulary Acquisition and Use
ELA.8.39. 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.
ELA.8.39.1. Use context (e.g., the overall meaning of a sentence or paragraph or a word’s position or function in a sentence) as a clue to the meaning of a word or phrase.
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ELA.8.39.2. Use common, grade-appropriate Greek or Latin affixes and roots as clues to the meaning of a word (e.g., precede, recede, or secede).
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ELA.8.39.3. Consult general and specialized reference materials (e.g., dictionaries, glossaries, and/or thesauruses), both print and digital, to find the pronunciation of a word or determine or clarify its precise meaning or its part of speech.
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ELA.8.39.4. Verify the initial determination of the meaning of a word or phrase (e.g., by checking the inferred meaning in context or in a dictionary).
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ELA.8.40. Demonstrate understanding of figurative language, word relationships, and nuances in word meanings.
ELA.8.40.1. Interpret figures of speech (e.g. verbal irony, and/or puns) in context.
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ELA.8.40.2. Use the relationship between particular words to better understand each of the words.
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ELA.8.40.3. Distinguish among the connotations (associations) of words with similar denotations (definitions) (e.g., bullheaded, willful, firm, persistent, or resolute).
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WV.8.R.Reading
Reading
Integration of Knowledge and Ideas
ELA.8.16. Delineate and evaluate the argument and specific claims in an informational text, assessing whether the reasoning is sound and the evidence is relevant and sufficient; recognize when irrelevant evidence is introduced.
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ELA.8.17. Analyze a case in which two or more informational texts provide conflicting information on the same topic and identify where the texts disagree on matters of fact or interpretation.
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Key Ideas and Details
ELA.8.1. Cite the textual evidence that most strongly supports an analysis of what the literary text says explicitly as well as inferences drawn from the text.
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ELA.8.2. Determine a theme or central idea of a literary text and analyze its development over the course of the text, including its relationship to the characters, setting, and plot; provide an objective summary of the text.
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ELA.8.3. Analyze how particular lines of dialogue or incidents in a story or drama propel the action, reveal aspects of a character, or provoke a decision.
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ELA.8.4. Cite the textual evidence that most strongly supports an analysis of what the informational text says explicitly as well as inferences drawn from the text.
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ELA.8.5. Determine a central idea of an informational text and analyze its development over the course of the text, including its relationship to supporting ideas; provide an objective summary of the text.
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ELA.8.6. Analyze how an informational text makes connections among and distinctions between individuals, ideas, or events (e.g., through comparisons, analogies, or categories).
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Range of Reading and Text Complexity
ELA.8.18. By the end of the year, read and comprehend literature, including stories, dramas, and poetry, at the high end of grades 6–8 text complexity range independently and proficiently.
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Craft and Structure
ELA.8.12. Determine an author’s point of view or purpose in an informational text and analyze how the author acknowledges and responds to conflicting evidence or viewpoints.
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ELA.8.7. Determine the meaning of words and phrases as they are used in a literary text, including figurative and connotative meanings; analyze the impact of specific word choices on meaning and tone, including analogies or allusions to other texts.
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WV.8.SL.Speaking & Listening
Speaking & Listening
Comprehension and Collaboration
ELA.8.30. Engage effectively in a range of collaborative discussions (one-on-one, in groups, and teacher-led) with diverse partners on grade 8 topics, texts, and issues, building on others’ ideas and expressing ideas clearly.
ELA.8.30.1. Come to discussions prepared, having read or researched material under study; explicitly draw on that preparation by referring to evidence on the topic, text, or issue to probe and reflect on ideas under discussion.
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ELA.8.30.2. Follow rules for collegial discussions and decision-making, track progress toward specific goals and deadlines, and define individual roles as needed.
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ELA.8.30.3. Pose questions that connect the ideas of several speakers and respond to others’ questions and comments with relevant evidence, observations, and ideas.
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ELA.8.30.4. Acknowledge new information expressed by others and, when warranted, qualify or justify views in light of the evidence presented.
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ELA.8.31. Analyze the purpose of information presented in diverse media and formats (e.g., visually, quantitatively, and/or orally) and evaluate the motives (e.g., social, commercial, or political) behind its presentation.
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Presentation of Knowledge and Ideas
ELA.8.33. Present claims and findings, emphasizing significant points in a focused, coherent manner with relevant evidence, sound, valid reasoning, and well-chosen details; use appropriate eye contact, adequate volume, and clear pronunciation.
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ELA.8.35. Adapt speech to a variety of contexts and tasks, demonstrating command of formal English when indicated or appropriate. (See grade 8 Language standards for specific expectations.)
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WV.8.W.Writing
Writing
Range of Writing
ELA.8.29. Write routinely over extended time frames (time for research, reflection, and revision) and shorter time frames (a single sitting or a day or two) for a range of discipline-specific tasks, purposes, and audiences.
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Production and Distribution of Writing
ELA.8.23. Produce clear and coherent writing in which the development, organization, and style are appropriate to task, purpose, and audience. (Grade-specific expectations for writing types are defined in Text Types and Purposes.)
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Research to Build and Present Knowledge
ELA.8.26. Conduct short research projects to answer a question (including a self-generated question), drawing on several sources and generating additional related, focused questions that allow for multiple avenues of exploration.
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