12th Grade ELA Targeted Standards [L] Language Strand Cluster: Vocabulary Acquisition and Use
ELA-12.L.05 Demonstrate understanding of figurative language, word relationships, and nuances in word meanings in grades 11–12 reading and content.
a. Interpret figures of speech (e.g., euphemism, oxymoron, hyperbole, paradox) in context and analyze their role in the text.
b. Analyze nuances in the meaning of words with similar denotations
Student Learning Targets:
Knowledge Targets
I can recognize figurative language.
I can recognize mood/tone in different genres of literature.
I can identify and define sound devices.
I can identify the elements of a novel.
I can recognize the elements of a short story.
I can recognize the significance and effects of foreshadowing and flashbacks.
I can recognize different forms of literature.
I can identify the meaning of words by using context clues.
I can recognize unfamiliar vocabulary from reading.
I can define vocabulary terms to enhance the reading experience.
I can list familiar vocabulary terms.
I can identify word origins and syntax. (suffixes and prefixes)
Reasoning Targets
I can insightfully analyze the author's use of literary techniques and devices and provide extensive textual support for the analysis.
Skills (Performance) Targets
I can demonstrate the use of figurative language and sound devices.
I can analyze and implement poetic license.
I can read different forms of literature.
I can investigate significant historical backgrounds to enhance literary understanding.
I can listen to and model the correct pronunciation of vocabulary terms.
I can investigate the use of vocabulary to enhance the reading experience.
I can use prior knowledge to define unfamiliar vocabulary.
I can utilize word origins and syntax to define unfamiliar terms.
Product Targets
I can
Proficiency Scale
Measurement of Progress
Vocabulary Acquisition and Use
L11-12.4 Determine or clarify the meaning of unknown and multiple-meaning words and phrases (a-c): use context; identify and use patterns; consult reference materials.
L11-12.5 Demonstrate understanding of figurative language, word relationships, and nuances in meaning (a-b): Interpret and analyze figures of speech; analyze nuances.
L11-12.6 Acquire and accurately use academic and domain specific words and phrases […]
Sample Activity
Advanced
In addition to expectations of proficiency, student provides consistent evidence of in-depth inferences and applications that go beyond what was taught and expected.
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Proficient
The student
uses context clues to determine the meaning of a word or a phrase.
identifies and correctly uses patterns of word changes (conjugation) that indicate different meaning or parts of speech (e.g., conceive, conception, conceivable).
consults reference materials for guidance in how to use, speak, or better understand a given word.
interprets figures of speech and analyzes their overall role in the text.
analyzes how certain words and phrases that have similar denotations can carry different nuances.
independently acquires and uses college- and career-readiness level academic and domain-specific words and phrases.
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Progressing
There are no major errors or omissions regarding the simpler details and processes as the student:
uses context clues to determine the meaning of a word or a phrase
identifies how words change when used in different ways.
consults reference materials for guidance in how to better understand a given word.
defines and identifies various forms of figurative language.
recognizes the difference between denotative and connotative meanings.
consults reference materials to accurately use college- and career-readiness level academic and domain-specific words and phrases.
recognizes or recalls specific terminology that relates to knowledge of vocabulary, such as: context clues, figurative language, nuance, conjugation, denotation, connotation.
However, the student exhibits major errors or omissions regarding the more complex ideas and processes.
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Novice
With help, the student demonstrates a partial understanding of some of the simpler details and processes and some of the more complex ideas and processes.
