North Carolina State Standards for Language Arts: Grade 7

NC.1. The learner will use language to express individual perspectives in response to personal, social, cultural, and historical issues.

1.01. Narrate an expressive account which:

1.01.a. Creates a coherent organizing structure appropriate to purpose, audience, and context. 6
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1.01.b. Orients the reader/listener to the scene, the people, and the events. 6
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1.01.c. Engages the reader/listener by establishing a context and creating a point of view. 6
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1.01.d. Establishes the significance of events. 6
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1.02. Respond to 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. 6
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1.02.b. Summarizing the characteristics of expressive works. 255
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1.02.c. Determining the importance of literary effects on the reader/viewer/listener. 32
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1.02.d. Making connections between works, self and related topics. 14
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1.02.e. Comparing and/or contrasting information. 12
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1.02.f. Drawing inferences and/or conclusions. 12
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1.02.g. Determining the main idea and/or significance of events. 6
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1.02.h. Generating a learning log or journal. 1
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1.02.i. Maintaining an annotated list of works read/viewed. 1
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1.02.j. Creating an artistic interpretation that connects self and/or society to the selection. 14
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1.02.k. Constructing and presenting book/media reviews. 23
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1.03. Interact in group settings by:

1.03.a. Responding appropriately to comments and questions. 255
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1.03.b. Offering personal opinions confidently without dominating. 255
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1.03.c. Giving appropriate reasons that support opinions. 255
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1.03.d. Soliciting and respecting another person's opinion. 255
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1.04. Reflect on learning experiences by:

1.04.a. Analyzing personal learning growth and changes in perspective. 23
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1.04.b. Examining changes in self throughout the learning process. 23
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1.04.c. Determining how personal circumstances and background shape interaction with text. 23
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NC.2. The learner will synthesize and use information from a variety of sources.

2.01. Respond to 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. 6
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2.01.b. Analyzing the characteristics of informational works. 6
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2.01.c. Summarizing information. 6
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2.01.d. Determining the importance of information. 4
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2.01.e. Making connections to related topics/information. 4
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2.01.f. Drawing inferences and/or conclusions. 13
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2.01.g. Generating questions. 6
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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. Identifying and using appropriate primary and secondary sources. 11
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2.02.b. Comparing, contrasting, and evaluating information from different sources about the same topic. 8
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2.02.c. Evaluating information for extraneous details, inconsistencies, relevant facts, and organization. 8
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NC.3. The learner will refine the understanding and use of argument.

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

3.01.a. Monitoring comprehension for understanding of what is read, heard and /or viewed. 6
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3.01.b. Identifying the arguments and positions stated or implied and the evidence used to support them. 6
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3.01.c. Recognizing bias, emotional factors, and/or semantic slanting. 11
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3.01.d. Examining the effectiveness of style, tone, and use of language. 6
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3.01.e. Summarizing the author's purpose and stance. 5
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3.01.f. Examining the importance and impact of establishing a position or point-of-view. 6
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3.01.g. Making connections between works, self and related topics. 14
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3.01.h. Drawing inferences. 13
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3.01.i. Responding to public documents (such as but not limited to editorials, reviews, local/state/national policies/issues). 4
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3.02. Explore and analyze the problem-solution process by:

3.02.a. Studying problems and solutions within various texts and situations. 13
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3.02.b. Utilizing the problem-solution process within various contexts/situations. 13
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3.02.c. Constructing essays/presentations that respond to a given problem by proposing a solution that includes relevant details. 9
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3.02.d. Recognizing and/or creating an organizing structure appropriate to purpose, audience, and context. 6
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3.03. Study and create arguments that evaluate by:

3.03.a. Understanding the importance of establishing a firm judgment. 4
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3.03.b. Justifying the judgment with logical, relevant reasons, clear examples, and supporting details. 18
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3.03.c. Creating an organizing structure appropriate to purpose, audience, and context. 6
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NC.4. The learner will refine critical thinking skills and create criteria to evaluate print and non-print materials.

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

4.01.a. Monitoring comprehension for understanding of what is read, heard and/or viewed. 6
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4.01.b. Examining any bias, apparent or hidden messages, emotional factors, and/or propaganda techniques. 3
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4.01.c. Exploring and evaluating the underlying assumptions of the author/creator. 13
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4.01.d. Understanding the effects of author's craft on the reader/viewer/listener. 13
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4.02. Develop (with 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. 9
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4.02.b. Drawing conclusions based on evidence, reasons, or relevant information. 6
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4.02.c. Considering the implications, consequences, or impact of those conclusions. 6
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4.03. Develop the stance of a critic by:

4.03.a. Considering and presenting 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. Creating 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. 10
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5.01.c. Reading literature and other materials selected by the teacher. 9
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5.01.e. Engaging in small group discussions. 255
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5.01.g. Analyzing the effects on texts of such literary devices as figurative language, dialogue, flashback, allusion, and irony. 2
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5.01.h. Analyzing the effects of such elements as plot, theme, point of view, characterization, mood, and style. 38
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5.01.i. Analyzing themes and central ideas in literature and other texts in relation to personal issues/experiences. 8
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5.01.j. Extending understanding by creating products for different purposes, different audiences and within various contexts. 23
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5.01.k. Analyzing the connections of relationships between and among characters, ideas, concepts, and/or experiences. 23
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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., mysteries, novels, science fiction, historical documents, newspapers, skits, lyric poems). 280
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5.02.b. Analyzing what genre specific characteristics have on the meaning of the work. 4
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5.02.c. Analyzing 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. Analyzing what impact literary elements have on the meaning of the text such as the influence of setting on the problem and its resolution. 4
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NC.6. The learner will apply conventions of grammar and language usage.

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

6.01.a. Using a variety of sentences correctly, punctuating them properly, and avoiding fragments and run-ons. 19
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6.01.b. Using subject-verb agreement and verb tense that are appropriate for the meaning of the sentence. 7
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6.01.c. Applying the parts of speech to clarify language usage. 6
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6.01.d. Using pronouns correctly, including clear antecedents and correct case. 6
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6.01.e. Using phrases and clauses correctly, including proper punctuation (e.g., prepositional phrases, appositives, dependent and independent clauses). 6
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6.01.f. Determining the meaning of unfamiliar vocabulary words using context clues, a dictionary, a glossary, a thesaurus, and/or structural analysis (roots, prefixes, suffixes) of words. 23
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6.01.g. Extending vocabulary knowledge by learning and using new words. 6
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6.01.h. Determining when and where dialects and standard/nonstandard English usage are appropriate. 2
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6.01.i. Applying language conventions and usage during oral presentations. 6
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6.01.j. Choosing language that is precise, engaging, and well suited to the topic and audience. 7
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6.01.k. Experimenting with figurative language and speech patterns. 37
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6.02. Continue to identify and edit errors in spoken and written English by:

6.02.a. Using common spelling rules, applying common spelling patterns, and developing and mastering an individualized list of words that are commonly misspelled. 3
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6.02.b. Mastering proofreading symbols for editing. 13
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6.02.c. Producing final drafts/presentations that demonstrate accurate spelling and the correct use of punctuation, capitalization, and format. 12
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