North Carolina State Standards for Language Arts: Grade 6

NC.1. The learner will use language to express individual perspectives drawn from personal or related experience.

1.01. Narrate an expressive account (e.g., fictional or autobiographical) which:

1.01.a. Uses a coherent organizing structure appropriate to purpose, audience, and context. 2
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1.01.b. Tells a story or establishes the significance of an event or events. 2
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1.01.c. Uses remembered feelings and specific details. 2
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1.01.d. Uses a range of appropriate strategies (e.g., dialogue, suspense, movement, gestures, expressions). 2
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1.02. Explore expressive materials that are read, heard, and/or viewed by:

1.02.a. Monitoring comprehension for understanding of what is read, heard and/or viewed. 8
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1.02.b. Analyzing the characteristics of expressive works. 7
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1.02.c. Determining the effect of literary devices and/or strategies on the reader/viewer/listener. 21
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1.02.d. Making connections between works, self and related topics. 13
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1.02.e. Comparing and/or contrasting information. 7
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1.02.f. Drawing inferences and/or conclusions. 2
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1.02.g. Determining the main idea and/or significance of events. 7
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1.02.h. Generating a learning log or journal. 3
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1.02.i. Creating an artistic interpretation that connects self to the work. 7
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1.02.j. Discussing print and non-print expressive works formally and informally. 7
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1.03. Interact appropriately in group settings by:

1.03.c. Contributing relevant comments connecting personal experiences to content. 7
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1.04. Reflect on learning experiences by:

1.04.a. Describing personal learning growth and changes in perspective. 7
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1.04.c. Interpreting how personal circumstances and background shape interaction with text. 7
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NC.2. The learner will explore and analyze information from a variety of sources.

2.01. Explore informational materials that are read, heard, and/or viewed by:

2.01.a. Monitoring comprehension for understanding of what is read, heard and/or viewed. 8
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2.01.b. Studying the characteristics of informational works. 8
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2.01.c. Restating and summarizing information. 6
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2.01.d. Determining the importance and accuracy of information. 6
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2.01.e. Making connections between works, self and related topics/information. 7
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2.01.f. Comparing and/or contrasting information. 9
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2.01.g. Drawing inferences and/or conclusions. 2
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2.01.h. Generating questions. 7
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2.02. Use multiple sources of print and non-print information in designing and developing informational materials (such as brochures, newsletters, and infomercials) through:

2.02.a. Exploring a variety of sources from which information may be attained (e.g., books, Internet, electronic databases, CD-ROM). 16
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2.02.b. Distinguishing between primary and secondary sources. 6
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2.02.c. Analyzing the effects of the presentation and/or the accuracy of information. 6
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NC.3. The learner will examine the foundations and the use of argument.

3.01. Explore argumentative works that are read, heard, and/or viewed by:

3.01.a. Monitoring comprehension for understanding what is read, heard, and/or viewed. 6
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3.01.b. Analyzing the characteristics of argumentative works. 6
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3.01.c. Determining the importance of author's word choice and focus. 32
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3.01.d. Summarizing the author's purpose and stance. 6
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3.01.e. Making connections between works, self and related topics. 14
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3.01.f. Drawing inferences. 2
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3.01.g. Responding to public documents (such as but not limited to editorials and school and community policies). 7
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3.01.h. Distinguishing between fact and opinion. 5
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3.02. Explore the problem solution process by:

3.02.a. Studying examples (in literature and other text) that present problems coherently, describe the solution clearly, sequence reasons to support the solution, and show awareness of audience. 14
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3.02.b. Preparing individual and/or group essays and presentations that focus on the diagnosis of a problem and possible solutions. 37
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3.03. Study arguments that evaluate through:

3.03.a. Exploring examples that show a firm control of sound judgments, audience awareness, clear idea/theme, and the use of relevant and coherent reasons for support. 7
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3.03.b. Preparing individual and/or group essays and presentations that use evaluative techniques. 38
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NC.4. The learner will use critical thinking skills and create criteria to evaluate print and non-print materials.

4.01. Determine the purpose of the author or creator by:

4.01.a. Monitoring comprehension for understanding of what is read, heard and/or viewed. 7
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4.01.b. Exploring any bias, apparent or hidden messages, emotional factors, and/or propaganda techniques. 10
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4.01.c. Identifying and exploring the underlying assumptions of the author/creator. 7
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4.01.d. Analyzing the effects of author's craft on the reader/viewer/listener. 7
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4.02. Analyze the communication and develop (with teacher assistance) and apply appropriate criteria to evaluate the quality of the communication by:

4.02.a. Using knowledge of language structure and literary or media techniques. 52
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4.02.b. Drawing conclusions based on evidence, reasons, or relevant information. 2
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4.02.c. Considering the implications, consequences, or impact of those conclusions. 2
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4.03. Recognize and develop a stance of a critic by:

4.03.a. Considering alternative points of view or reasons. 7
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4.03.b. Remaining fair-minded and open to other interpretations. 7
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4.03.c. Constructing a critical response/review of a work/topic. 7
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NC.5. The learner will respond to various literary genres using interpretive and evaluative processes.

5.01. Increase fluency, comprehension, and insight through a meaningful and comprehensive literacy program by:

5.01.a. Using effective reading strategies to match type of text. 9
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5.01.b. Reading self-selected literature and other materials of individual interest. 9
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5.01.c. Reading literature and other materials selected by the teacher. 9
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5.01.d. Discussing literature in teacher-student conferences and small group discussions. 7
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5.01.f. Discussing and analyzing the effects on texts of such literary devices as figurative language, dialogue, flashback and sarcasm. 52
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5.01.g. Interpreting text by explaining elements such as plot, theme, point of view, characterization, mood, and style. 36
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5.01.h. Investigating examples of distortion and stereotypes. 2
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5.01.i. Recognizing underlying messages in order to identify theme(s) within and across works. 4
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5.01.j. Extending understanding by creating products for different purposes, different audiences and within various contexts. 21
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5.01.k. Exploring relationships between and among characters, ideas, concepts and/or experiences. 17
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5.02. Study the characteristics of literary genres (fiction, nonfiction, drama, and poetry) through:

5.02.a. Reading a variety of literature and other text (e.g., novels, autobiographies, myths, essays, magazines, plays, pattern poems, blank verse). 30
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5.02.b. Interpreting what impact genre-specific characteristics have on the meaning of the work. 4
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5.02.c. Exploring how the author's choice and use of a genre shapes the meaning of the literary work. 4
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5.02.d. Exploring what impact literary elements have on the meaning of the text such as the influence of setting or the problem and its resolution. 8
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NC.6. The learner will apply conventions of grammar and language usage.

6.01. Demonstrate an understanding of conventional written and spoken expression by:

6.01.a. Using a variety of sentence types correctly, punctuating them properly, and avoiding fragments and run-ons. 18
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6.01.b. Using appropriate subject-verb agreement and verb tense that are appropriate for the meaning of the sentence. 5
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6.01.c. Demonstrating the different roles of the parts of speech in sentence construction. 36
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6.01.d. Using pronouns correctly, including clear antecedents and correct case. 4
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6.01.e. Using phrases and clauses correctly (e.g., prepositional phrases, appositives, dependent and independent clauses). 14
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6.01.f. Determining the meaning of unfamiliar vocabulary words by using context clues, a dictionary, a glossary, a thesaurus, and/or structural analysis (roots, prefixes, suffixes) of words. 7
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6.01.g. Extending vocabulary knowledge by learning and using new words. 4
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6.01.h. Exploring the role and use of dialects and of standard English to appreciate appropriate usage in different contexts. 7
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6.01.i. Developing an awareness of language conventions and usage during oral presentations. 9
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6.02. Identify and edit errors in spoken and written English by:

6.02.a. Reviewing and using common spelling rules, applying common spelling patterns, and developing and mastering an individualized list of words that are commonly misspelled. 16
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6.02.b. Applying proofreading symbols when editing. 10
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6.02.c. Producing final drafts that demonstrate accurate spelling and the correct use of punctuation and capitalization. 23
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6.02.d. Developing an awareness of errors in everyday speech. 23
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