7L-Knowledge+of+Language

L.7.3. Use knowledge of language and its conventions when writing, speaking, reading, or listening. a. Choose language that expresses ideas precisely and concisely, recognizing and eliminating wordiness and redundancy.* || ===‍‍‍‍‍‍‍‍‍‍‍‍‍‍‍**Anchor Standard/Mathematical Practice(s)**=== 3. Apply knowledge of language to understand how language functions in different contexts, to make effective choices for meaning or style, and to comprehend more fully when reading or listening. || ===‍‍‍‍‍‍‍‍‍‍‍‍‍‍‍**Learning Target/Task Analysis:**===
 * ===**Common Core Standard**===
 * ===‍‍‍‍‍‍‍‍‍‍‍‍‍‍‍**Information Technology Standard**=== || ===‍‍‍‍‍‍‍‍‍‍‍‍‍‍‍**Revised Bloom's Level of thinking**=== ||
 * Standard L.7.3**
 * **Know that language is used to convey ideas.**
 * **Use language to clearly express ideas avoiding excessive words and repetition.**

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 * **I can convey my ideas using appropriate language.**

===‍‍‍‍‍‍‍‍‍‍‍‍‍‍‍**Instructional Resources**=== Reading Literature, Speaking and Listening As you read one of the science fiction novels, take notes in your journal or on a spreadsheet about the elements of the story that would classify it as science fiction. Be sure to note page numbers with relevant information so you can cite the text during class discussion.
 * What is the setting of the novel?
 * Who are the character(s) you are studying?
 * What is familiar or believable about these characters?
 * What is unusual about the characters’ circumstances?
 * What is the primary theme of the novel (i.e., good vs. evil)?

Argument Writing, Speaking and Listening, Language Usage, Language Mechanics Is // Cyrano de Bergerac // a tragedy or comedy? Write your position on a sticky note, and your teacher will divide the class according to everyone’s positions. Share ideas with classmates who are of the same opinion. Then write your own essay. Justify your answer by drawing on other stories read this year. Include at least three examples from the text that support your position. Be prepared to summarize and present your argument to the class. Ask your classmates to analyze your arguments for effectiveness. __Cyrano de Bergerac__, Edmond Rostand

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