A Correlation of

Pearson Common Core Literature

Florida Edition, ©2015 Grade 8

To the

Florida State Standards for M/J Language Arts 3 – 1001070

M/J Language Arts 3 Advanced – 1001080

CORRELATION FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION

INSTRUCTIONAL MATERIALS CORRELATION COURSE STANDARDS/BENCHMARKS

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Course Code 1001070 .................................................................................................................................................................. 3 Course Code 1001080 ................................................................................................................................................................ 24

CORRELATION FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION

INSTRUCTIONAL MATERIALS CORRELATION COURSE STANDARDS/BENCHMARKS

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SUBJECT: English Language Arts

GRADE LEVEL: Grade 8 COURSE TITLE: M/J Language Arts 3 COURSE CODE: 1001070

SUBMISSION TITLE: Pearson Common Core Literature, Grade 8, Florida Edition, ©2015 BID ID: 2272

PUBLISHER: Pearson Education Inc., publishing as Prentice Hall PUBLISHER ID: 22-1603684-03

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BENCHMARK

LESSONS WHERE BENCHMARK IS DIRECTLY ADDRESSED IN-DEPTH IN MAJOR TOOL (Include page numbers of lesson, a link to lesson, or other identifier for easy lookup by reviewers.)

Reading Literature LACC.8.RL.1 Key Ideas and Details LACC.8.RL.1.1

Cite the textual evidence that most strongly supports an analysis of what the text says explicitly as well as inferences drawn from the text.

SE/TE: Make Inferences, 50–51, 55, 58, 59, 60, 62, 64, 65, 66, 68, 69, 72, 77, 78, 81, 82, 86, 87, 90–91, 93, 94, 95, 96, 99; Draw Conclusions, 640–641, 642, 648, 649; Author’s Influences, 806–807, 810, 815; Paraphrase, 388, 389, 396, 398, 399, 402–403, 405, 410, 411; Cultural Context, 794–795, 797, 800, 801, 803; Close Reading Activities, 158, 180, 304, 320, 448, 449, 462, 482, 523, 593, 709, 864, 875; Close Reading Workshop, 4, 13, 348, 357, 506, 507, 523, 756, 767; Assessment, 133; Constructed Response, 136, 674, 675, 848; Comparing Types of Description, 415, 421

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LESSONS WHERE BENCHMARK IS DIRECTLY ADDRESSED IN-DEPTH IN MAJOR TOOL (Include page numbers of lesson, a link to lesson, or other identifier for easy lookup by reviewers.)

LACC.8.RL.1.2

Determine a theme or central idea of a 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.

SE/TE: Close Reading Workshop, 4, 13, 506, 507, 523, 756, 767; Elements of a Short Story, 16–19; Analyzing Themes in American Stories, 772–773; Theme, 90–91, 94, 97, 99; Assessment, 133; Constructed Response: Analyze the Development of Theme, 136, 674; Hold a Panel Discussion, 439; Compare Themes in Two Works, 848; Present an Oral Review of a Story, 137; Close Reading Activities, 150, 151, 158, 180, 320, 462, 482, 593, 674, 708, 864; Summarize, 774–775, 779, 782, 783, 786, 789, 791; Writing an Objective Summary, lvi–lvii

LACC.8.RL.1.3

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.

SE/TE: Close Reading Workshop, 4, 13, 756, 767; Elements of a Short Story, 16–19; Plot, 20–21, 23, 26, 31, 33; Character Traits, 36–37, 40, 42, 45, 47; Comparing Characters of Different Eras, 103, 119; Close Reading Activities, 180, 304, 462, 482, 708, 709; Elements of Drama, 527–529; , Dialogue, 530–531; 537, 538, 544, 545, 547, 552, 553, 556, 557, 559, 560, 567, 572, 575, 576, 578, 581, 585, 586, 590, 593; Cause and Effect, 596–597, 601, 606, 607, 608, 612, 616, 619, 625, 626, 630, 637; Setting and Character, 640–641, 643, 644, 649; Comparing Heroic Characters, 819, 831; Assessment, 133; Constructed Response, 137, 674, 675

LACC.8.RL.2 Craft and Structure LACC.8.RL.2.4

Determine the meaning of words and phrases as they are used in a text, including figurative and connotative meanings; analyze the impact of specific word choices on meaning and tone, including analogies or allusions to other texts.

SE/TE: Close Reading Workshop, 348, 357; Analyzing Poetic Language, 362–363; Vocabulary, 530, 782; Language Study, 592; Sound Devices, 364, 365, 367, 369, 371, 372, 373; Figurative Language, 376, 377, 383, 385, 822–823; Imagery, 402, 403, 405, 410, 411; Language Study, 180, 304, 448, 462, 708, 864; Assessment, 133, 435; Constructed Response, 439, 848; Literary Analysis, 330, 857; Constructed Response, 438, 439, 848; Writing to Sources: Review of a Poem, 413; Timed Writing, 421

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LACC.8.RL.2.5

Compare and contrast the structure of two or more texts and analyze how the differing structure of each text contributes to its meaning and style.

SE/TE: Forms of Poetry, 388–389, 393, 395, 398, 399; Constructed Response: Contrast the Structure of Two Poems, 438; Analyze Dramatic Structure, 674; Free Verse and Structure, 449; Comparing Texts: Comparing Adaptations to Originals, 653–657; Comparing Heroic Characters, 818–831

LACC.8.RL.2.6

Analyze how differences in the points of view of the characters and the audience or reader (e.g., created through the use of dramatic irony) create such effects as suspense or humor.

SE/TE: Point of View, 50–51, 54, 56, 58, 62, 65, 66, 69, 71, 73, 74, 76, 80, 83, 84, 85, 87; Elements of Drama, 526–529; Dialogue, 530, 593 (question 5)

LACC.8.RL.3 Integration of Knowledge and Ideas LACC.8.RL.3.7

Analyze the extent to which a filmed or live production of a story or drama stays faithful to or departs from the text or script, evaluating the choices made by the director or actors.

SE/TE: Writing to Sources: Film Review, 639; Speaking and Listening: Storytelling Workshop, 793

LACC.8.RL.3.9

Analyze how a modern work of fiction draws on themes, patterns of events, or character types from myths, traditional stories, or religious works such as the Bible, including describing how the material is rendered new.

SE/TE: Writing to Sources: Comparison of Works, 101; Allusions, 362, 388, 399; Comparing Heroic Characters, 819–831

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LACC.8.RL.4 Range of Reading and Level of Text Complexity

LACC.8.RL.4.10

By the end of the year, read and comprehend literature, including stories, dramas, and poems, at the high end of grades 6–8 text complexity band independently and proficiently.

SE/TE: Comprehending Complex Texts, lviii–lxiii; Titles for Extended Reading & Preparing to Read Complex Texts, 186–187, 342–343, 500–501, 750–751, 902–903

Reading Informational Text LACC.8.RI.1 Key Ideas and Details LACC.8.RI.1.1

Cite the textual evidence that most strongly supports an analysis of what the text says explicitly as well as inferences drawn from the text.

SE/TE: Close Reading Workshop, 134, 192, 201; Close Reading Activities, 170, 296, 297, 310, 330, 337, 474, 488, 494, 716, 736, 740, 744, 856, 857, 872, 884, 888; Reading Informational Text, 134, 436, 672

LACC.8.RI.1.2

Determine a central idea of a text and analyze its development over the course of the text, including its relationship to supporting ideas; provide an objective summary of the text.

SE/TE: Close Reading Workshop, 192, 201; Main Idea, 208–209, 212, 214, 217, 218, 221, 224–225, 227, 228, 233; Close Reading Activities, 163, 170, 296, 297, 310, 330, 474, 488, 494, 716, 736, 740, 744, 856, 872, 884, 888; Writing an Objective Summary, lvi–lvii; Research and Technology: Summary of an Article, 89; Reading Informational Text, 134, 436

LACC.8.RI.1.3

Analyze how a text makes connections among and distinctions between individuals, ideas, or events (e.g., through comparisons, analogies, or categories).

SE/TE: Narrative Essay, 208–209, 212, 215, 217, 221; Biography and Autobiography, 224–225, 229, 231, 233; Reading Informational Text, 134, 436; Close Reading Activities, 310, 474, 488, 494, 736, 740, 744, 888

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LACC.8.RI.2 Craft and Structure LACC.8.RI.2.4

Determine the meaning of words and phrases as they are used in a text, including figurative, connotative, and technical meanings; analyze the impact of specific word choices on meaning and tone, including analogies or allusions to other texts.

SE/TE: Close Reading Workshop, 192, 201; Elements of Nonfiction, 207; Language Study, 170, 252, 296, 310, 330, 334, 488, 494, 872, 884, 888; Vocabulary, 246

LACC.8.RI.2.5

Analyze in detail the structure of a specific paragraph in a text, including the role of particular sentences in developing and refining a key concept.

SE/TE: Elements of Literary Nonfiction, 204–207; Comparing Texts: Comparing Types of Organization, 257–269; Close Reading Activities, 296; Style, 297; Text Structure, 494; Claims and Evidence, 740; Persuasive Techniques, 888; From Text to Topic, 163, 489, 741, 889

LACC.8.RI.2.6

Determine an author’s point of view or purpose in a text and analyze how the author acknowledges and responds to conflicting evidence or viewpoints.

SE/TE: Close Reading Workshop, 192, 201; Elements of Nonfiction, 205–206; Fact and Opinion, 236, 237, 238, 240, 242, 243, 246–247, 249, 250, 253; Writing to Sources: Evaluation, 245; Author’s Perspective, 310; Point of View, 330; Author’s Purpose, 744; Main Idea and Support, 334; Close Reading Activities, 337, 716, 856, 857; Persuasive Techniques, 888

LACC.8.RI.3 Integration of Knowledge and Ideas LACC.8.RI.3.7

Evaluate the advantages and disadvantages of using different mediums (e.g., print or digital text, video, multimedia) to present a particular topic or idea.

SE/TE: Speaking and Listening Workshop: Evaluating Media Messages, 660–661; Delivering a Persuasive Speech Using Multimedia, 834–835; Speaking and Listening: Speech, 255; Text Structure, 494; Use Formatting, Graphics, and Multimedia, 664; Close Reading Activities, 897; Research Investigate the Topic: Illustrated Timeline, 171; Visual Presentation, 717; Multimedia Presentation, 305, 885; Fashion Slideshow, 483; Research and Technology: Snapshot, 245; Multimedia Presentation, 235

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LACC.8.RI.3.8

Delineate and evaluate the argument and specific claims in a text, assessing whether the reasoning is sound and the evidence is relevant and sufficient; recognize when irrelevant evidence is introduced.

SE/TE: Analyzing Arguments, lxiv–lxv; The Art of Argument, lxvi–lxvii; Persuasive Techniques, 236–237, 239, 243, 245; Fact and Opinion, 236, 237, 238, 240, 242, 243, 246–247, 249, 250, 253; Main Idea and Support, 334; Claims and Evidence, 740; Persuasive Techniques, 888; Writing to Sources: Letter to the Editor, 741

LACC.8.RI.3.9

Analyze a case in which two or more texts provide conflicting information on the same topic and identify where the texts disagree on matters of fact or interpretation.

SE/TE: Writing to Sources: Evaluation, 245; Assessment: Reading Informational Text, 284, 436, 672; Constructed Response: Evaluate an Argument, 286; Speaking and Listening: Evaluating Media Message, 660–661; Analyzing Arguments, lxiv–lxv

LACC.8.RI.4

Range of Reading and Level of Text Complexity

LACC.8.RI.4.10

By the end of the year, read and comprehend literary nonfiction at the high end of the grades 6–8 text complexity band independently and proficiently.

SE/TE: Comprehending Complex Texts, lviii–lxiii; Titles for Extended Reading & Preparing to Read Complex Texts, 186–187, 342–343, 500–501, 750–751, 902–903

Writing LACC.8.W.1 Text Types and Purposes LACC.8.W.1.1

Write arguments to support claims with clear reasons and relevant evidence.

SE/TE: Composing an Argument, lxviii–lxix; Argument: Response to Literature-Critical Review, 426–433; Problem-and-Solution Essay, 836–843; Writing to Sources: Argument, 337, 889; Argumentative Essay, 181, 305, 335, 495; Evaluation, 245; Letter to the Editor, 159, 741; Persuasive Essay, 489; Persuasive Speech, 817; Public Service Announcement, 651; Review, 413; Timed Writing: Argumentative Essay, 671; Assessment: Argumentative Essay, 184–185, 900–901; Write: Argumentative Essay, 152, 710; Write: Play Review, 523; Constructed Response, 674

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LACC.8.W.1.1a

Introduce claim(s), acknowledge and distinguish the claim(s) from alternate or opposing claims, and organize the reasons and evidence logically.

SE/TE: Composing an Argument, lxviii–lxix; Writing Process: Drafting, 428, 838; Revising, 840; Writing to Sources: Letter to the Editor, 159, 741; Persuasive Essay, 489; Argumentative Essay, 181, 305, 335; Assessment: Argumentative Essay, 184–185, 900–901; Write: Argumentative Essay, 710

LACC.8.W.1.1b

Support claim(s) with logical reasoning and relevant evidence, using accurate, credible sources and demonstrating an understanding of the topic or text.

SE/TE: Writing Process: Cite and Integrate Textual Evidence, 428; Address Counterclaims, 428; Revising, 430; Promote Your Solution, 838; Revising, 840; Writing to Sources: Argumentative Essay, 181, 305, 335; Letter to the Editor, 159, 741; Persuasive Speech, 817; Persuasive Essay, 489; Evaluation, 245; Assessment: Argumentative Essay, 184–185, 900–901; Write: Argumentative Essay, 710; Composing an Argument, lxviii–lxix

LACC.8.W.1.1c

Use words, phrases, and clauses to create cohesion and clarify the relationships among claim(s), counterclaims, reasons, and evidence.

SE/TE: Writing Process: Drafting, 428; Using the Right Words, 429; Offer Support, 838; Using Voice, 839; Revising, 430, 840; Writing to Sources: Review, 413; Write: Argumentative Essay, 152; Assessment: Argumentative Essay, 184–185, 900–901

LACC.8.W.1.1d

Establish and maintain a formal style. SE/TE: Writing Process: Revise to Maintain a Formal Style, 430, 840; Assignment, 836; Writing to Sources: Letter to the Editor, 741; Persuasive Speech, 817; Persuasive Essay, 489; Assessment: Argumentative Essay, 184–185, 900–901

LACC.8.W.1.1e

Provide a concluding statement or section that follows from and supports the argument presented.

SE/TE: Writing Process: Writing a Strong Conclusion, 428; Conclude Strongly, 838; Write: Argumentative Essay, 152, 710; Writing to Sources: Argumentative Essay, 181, 305, 335; Letter to the Editor, 159; Persuasive Speech, 817; Assessment: Argumentative Essay, 184–185, 900–901; Composing an Argument, lxviii–lxix

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LACC.8.W.1.2

Write informative/explanatory texts to examine a topic and convey ideas, concepts, and information through the selection, organization, and analysis of relevant content.

SE/TE: Writing Process: Informative Text: Comparison-and-Contrast Essay, 274–281; Expository Text: Cause-and-Effect Essay, 662–669; Writing to Sources: Analytical Essay, 311, 725; Biographical Sketch, 223; Character Profile, 49; Cause-and-Effect Analysis, 483; Comparison-and-Contrast Essay, 171, 331; Comparison of Works, 101; Critical analysis, 793; Explanatory Essay, 163; Informative Essay, 737, 875; Film Review, 639; Reflective Essay, 235; Research Proposal, 805; Response, 255; Travel Essay, 298; Write: Comparison-and-Contrast Essay, 450; Essay, 13, 201, 357; Assessment: Informative Essay, 858; Comparison-and-Contrast Essay, 340–341, 748–749; Explanatory Essay, 498–499; Timed Writing: Essay, 119, 269, 283, 421, 657, 831, 845; Constructed Response: Essay, 136, 286, 438, 674, 848; Research: Speech, 451; Research Article, 817

LACC.8.W.1.2a

Introduce a topic clearly, previewing what is to follow; organize ideas, concepts, and information into broader categories; include formatting (e.g., headings), graphics (e.g., charts, tables), and multimedia when useful to aiding comprehension.

SE/TE: Writing Process: Assignment, 274, 662; Prewriting, 275, 663; Drafting, 664; Writing to Sources: Biographical Sketch, 223; Travel Essay, 298; Cause-and-Effect Analysis, 483; Informative Essay, 737; Assessment: Comparison-and-Contrast Essay, 340–341; Write: Informative Essay, 858

LACC.8.W.1.2b

Develop the topic with relevant, well-chosen facts, definitions, concrete details, quotations, or other information and examples.

SE/TE: Writing Process: Assignment, 274, 662; Prewriting, 275, 663; Drafting, 276; Generating Ideas, 277; Revising, 278; Writing to Sources: Explanatory Essay, 163; Biographical Sketch, 223; Travel Essay, 298; Informative Essay, 737; Assessment: Comparison-and-Contrast Essay, 340–341; Write: Analytical Essay, 767; Research and Technology: Summary of an Article, 89; Timed Writing, 435; Research: Speech; Write: Informative Essay, 858

LACC.8.W.1.2c

Use appropriate and varied transitions to create cohesion and clarify the relationships among ideas and concepts.

SE/TE: Writing Process: Revising, 666; Writing to Sources: Biographical Sketch, 223; Analytical Essay, 311; Comparison-and-Contrast Essay, 331; Cause-and-Effect Analysis, 483; Informative Essay, 737; Assessment: Comparison-and-Contrast Essay, 340–341; Research: Speech

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LACC.8.W.1.2d

Use precise language and domain-specific vocabulary to inform about or explain the topic.

SE/TE: Writing Process: Check Language, 278; Revising, 666; Writing to Sources: Response, 255; Travel Essay, 298; Assessment: Comparison-and-Contrast Essay, 340–341

LACC.8.W.1.2e

Establish and maintain a formal style. SE/TE: Writing Process: Revise for Formal Language, 278; Writing to Sources: Comparison-and-Contrast Essay, 331; Assessment: Comparison-and-Contrast Essay, 340–341; Write: Informative Essay, 858

LACC.8.W.1.2f

Provide a concluding statement or section that follows from and supports the information or explanation presented.

SE/TE: Writing Process: Conclude Effectively, 276; Writing to Sources: Explanatory Essay, 163; Biographical Sketch, 223; Reflective Essay, 235; Travel Essay, 298; Analytical Essay, 311; Cause-and-Effect Analysis, 483; Assessment: Comparison-and-Contrast Essay, 340–341; Write: Informative Essay, 858

LACC.8.W.1.3

Write narratives to develop real or imagined experiences or events using effective technique, relevant descriptive details, and well-structured event sequences.

SE/TE: Writing Process: Narrative Text: Autobiographical Essay, 124–131; Writing to Sources: Dialogue, 89; Diary Entry, 165, 595; First-Person Narrative, 717; Imaginary Interview, 745; Journal Entries, 873; Myth, 781; Narrative, 865, 885; Narrative Retelling, 463; New Ending, 35, 321; Scenario, 475; Assessment: Writing: Autobiographical Narrative, 183, 497, 899; Narrative Essay, 339; Dramatic Text, 747; Timed Writing: Dialogue, 133; Research: Biographical Sketch, 897; Research and Technology: Letter, 805

LACC.8.W.1.3a

Engage and orient the reader by establishing a context and point of view and introducing a narrator and/or characters; organize an event sequence that unfolds naturally and logically.

SE/TE: Writing Process: Assignment, 124; Prewriting, 125; Drafting, 126; Writing to Sources: Narrative Retelling, 463; Scenario, 475; First-Person Narrative, 717; Assessment - Writing: Autobiographical Narrative, 183, 497, 899; Narrative Essay, 339; Research and Technology: Letter, 805; Research: Biographical Sketch, 897

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LACC.8.W.1.3b

Use narrative techniques, such as dialogue, pacing, description, and reflection, to develop experiences, events, and/or characters.

SE/TE: Writing Process: Drafting, 126; Writing to Sources: New Ending, 35, 321; Dialogue, 89; Diary Entry, 165; Narrative Retelling, 463; Myth, 781; Assessment - Writing: Autobiographical Narrative, 183, 497, 899; Narrative Essay, 339; Research: Biographical Sketch, 897

LACC.8.W.1.3c

Use a variety of transition words, phrases, and clauses to convey sequence, signal shifts from one time frame or setting to another, and show the relationships among experiences and events.

SE/TE: Writing Process: Revising, 128; Assessment - Writing: Autobiographical Narrative, 183, 497, 899; Narrative Essay, 339; Writing to Sources: Scenario, 475; Research: Biographical Sketch, 897

LACC.8.W.1.3d

Use precise words and phrases, relevant descriptive details, and sensory language to capture the action and convey experiences and events.

SE/TE: Writing Process: Assignment, 124; Prewriting, 125; Drafting, 126; Revising, 128; Writing to Sources: New Ending, 35, 321; First-Person Narrative, 717; Assessment - Writing: Autobiographical Narrative, 183, 899; Narrative Essay, 339; Research and Technology: Letter, 805

LACC.8.W.1.3e

Provide a conclusion that follows from and reflects on the narrated experiences or events.

SE/TE: Writing Process: Write and Effective Conclusion, 126; Writing to Sources: New Ending, 35; Narrative Retelling, 463; Scenario, 475; First-Person Narrative, 717; Myth, 781; Assessment - Writing: Autobiographical Narrative, 183, 497, 899; Narrative Essay, 339

LACC.8.W.2 Production and Distribution of Writing LACC.8.W.2.4

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 standards 1–3 above.)

SE/TE: Writing Process, 124–131, 274–281, 426–433, 662–669, 836–843; Writing to Sources, 35, 49, 89, 101, 159, 163, 165, 171, 181, 223, 235, 255, 305, 311, 321, 331, 337, 375, 401, 413, 463, 475, 483, 489, 495, 595, 639, 651, 717, 725, 737, 741, 745, 781, 793, 805, 817, 865, 873, 875, 885, 889, 895; Timed Writing, 119, 133, 269, 283, 421, 435, 657, 671, 831, 845; Assessment: Writing to Sources, 184–185, 340–341, 498–499, 748–749, 900–901; Write, 152, 298, 450, 710, 858; Constructed Response: Writing, 136, 286, 438, 674, 848

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LACC.8.W.2.5

With some guidance and support from peers and adults, develop and strengthen writing as needed by planning, revising, editing, rewriting, or trying a new approach, focusing on how well purpose and audience have been addressed.

SE/TE: Writing Process: Narrative Text: Autobiographical Essay, 124–131; Informative Text: Comparison-and-Contrast Essay, 274–281; Argument: Response to Literature-Critical Review, 426–433; Expository Text: Cause-and-Effect Essay, 662–669; Argument: Problem-and-Solution Essay, 836–843; Assessment: Writing to Sources, 184–185, 340–341, 498–499, 748–749, 900–901; Write, 152, 298, 450, 710, 858

LACC.8.W.2.6

Use technology, including the Internet, to produce and publish writing and present the relationships between information and ideas efficiently as well as to interact and collaborate with others.

SE/TE: Speaking and Listening Workshop: Delivering a Persuasive Speech Using Multimedia, 834–835; Speaking and Listening: Oral Presentation, 781; Research Investigate the Topic: Illustrated Timeline, 171; Multimedia Presentation, 305, 885; Fashion Slideshow, 483; Research and Technology: Snapshot, 245; Multimedia Presentation, 235

LACC.8.W.3

Research to Build and Present Knowledge

LACC.8.W.3.7

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.

SE/TE: Common Core Workshop: Conducting Research, lxx–lxxi; Research Process Workshop, lxxii–lxxxi; Citing Sources and Preparing Manuscript, lxxxii–lxxxiii; Research and Technology, 89, 235, 245, 387, 413, 639, 805, 817; Research Investigate the Topic, 153, 159, 163, 171, 181, 299, 305, 311, 321, 331, 335, 451, 463, 475, 483, 489, 495, 711, 717, 725, 737, 741, 745, 859, 865, 873, 885, 889, 895, 897; Close Reading Activities: Research, 7, 13, 150, 158, 162, 170, 180, 194, 201, 296, 304, 310, 320, 330, 334, 351, 357, 448, 462, 474, 482, 488, 494, 508, 523, 708, 716, 724, 736, 740, 744, 761, 767, 856, 864, 872, 884, 888, 894; Constructed Response: Research, 137, 287, 439, 675, 849; Writing Process: Focus on Research, 124, 274, 426, 662, 836; Close Reading Workshop: Research, 7, 194, 351, 508, 760

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LACC.8.W.3.8

Gather relevant information from multiple print and digital sources, using search terms effectively; assess the credibility and accuracy of each source; and quote or paraphrase the data and conclusions of others while avoiding plagiarism and following a standard format for citation.

SE/TE: Common Core Workshop: Conducting Research, lxx–lxxi; Research Process Workshop, lxxii–lxxxi; Citing Sources and Preparing Manuscript, lxxxii–lxxxiii; Research and Technology, 89, 235, 245, 387, 413, 639, 805, 817; Research Investigate the Topic, 153, 159, 163, 171, 181, 299, 305, 311, 321, 331, 335, 451, 463, 475, 483, 489, 495, 711, 717, 725, 737, 741, 745, 859, 865, 873, 885, 889, 895, 897; Close Reading Activities: Research, 7, 13, 150, 158, 162, 170, 180, 194, 201, 296, 304, 310, 320, 330, 334, 351, 357, 448, 462, 474, 482, 488, 494, 508, 523, 708, 716, 724, 736, 740, 744, 761, 767, 856, 864, 872, 884, 888, 894; Constructed Response: Research, 137, 287, 439, 675, 849; Writing Process: Focus on Research, 124, 274, 426, 662, 836; Close Reading Workshop: Research, 7, 194, 351, 508, 760; Incorporate Research, 184, 340, 498, 748, 900; Cite Research Correctly, 185, 341, 499, 749, 901

LACC.8.W.3.9

Draw evidence from literary or informational texts to support analysis, reflection, and research.

SE/TE: Writing Process: Argument: Response to Literature-Critical Review, 426–433; Constructed Response: Writing, 136, 286, 438, 439, 674, 848; Writing to Sources: Comparison of Works, 101; Reflective Essay, 235; Evaluation of a Speech, 245; Study for a Poem, 387; Review, 413; Cause-and-Effect Analysis, 483; Critical Analysis, 793; Timed Writing: Essay, 269, 421; Write: Comparison-and-Contrast Essay, 450; Research, 711

LACC.8.W.3.9a

Apply grade 8 Reading standards to literature (e.g., “Analyze how a modern work of fiction draws on themes, patterns of events, or character types from myths, traditional stories, or religious works such as the Bible, including describing how the material is rendered new”).

SE/TE: Writing Process: Argument: Response to Literature-Critical Review, 426–433; Constructed Response: Writing, 136, 438, 439, 674, 848; Writing to Sources: Comparison of Works, 101; Study for a Poem, 387; Review, 413; Cause-and-Effect Analysis, 483; Critical Analysis, 793; Timed Writing: Essay, 421; Write: Comparison-and-Contrast Essay, 450; Explanatory Essay, 357; Analytical Essay, 767

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LACC.8.W.3.9b

Apply grade 8 Reading standards to literary nonfiction (e.g., “Delineate and evaluate the argument and specific claims in a text, assessing whether the reasoning is sound and the evidence is relevant and sufficient; recognize when irrelevant evidence is introduced”).

SE/TE: Writing To Sources: Reflective Essay, 235; Evaluation of a Speech, 245; Timed Writing: Essay, 269; 426–433; Writing Process: Argument: Response to Literature-Critical Review, 426–433; Constructed Response: Analyze Paragraph Structure, 286; Compare and Contrast Tone, 286; Evaluate an Argument, 286; Research, 711

LACC.8.W.4 Range of Writing LACC.8.W.4.10

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.

SE/TE: Writing Process, 124–131, 274–281, 426–433, 662–669, 836–843; Writing to Sources, 35, 49, 89, 101, 159, 163, 165, 171, 181, 223, 235, 255, 305, 311, 321, 331, 337, 375, 401, 413, 463, 475, 483, 489, 495, 595, 639, 651, 717, 725, 737, 741, 745, 781, 793, 805, 817, 865, 873, 875, 885, 889, 895; Timed Writing, 119, 133, 269, 283, 421, 435, 657, 671, 831, 845; Assessment: Writing to Sources, 184–185, 340–341, 498–499, 748–749, 900–901; Write, 152, 298, 450, 710, 858; Constructed Response: Writing, 136, 286, 438, 674, 848

Speaking and Listening LACC.8.SL.1 Comprehension and Collaboration LACC.8.SL.1.1

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 their own clearly.

SE/TE: From Text To Topic: Discuss, 152, 159, 163, 165, 171, 181, 298, 305, 311, 321, 331, 335, 337, 450, 463, 475, 483, 489, 495, 710, 717, 725, 737, 741, 745, 858, 865, 873, 885, 889, 895, 897; Collaboration: Group Discussion, 2, 190, 346, 504, 754; Close Reading Workshop: Discuss, 7, 194, 351, 508, 760, 767; Speaking and Listening: Panel Discussion, 101; Debate, 651; Constructed Response: Discuss, 137, 287, 439, 675, 849; Assessment: Speaking and Listening: Group Discussion, 182, 338, 496, 746, 898; Tips for Literature Circles, R9

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LACC.8.SL.1.1a

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.

SE/TE: Speaking and Listening: Panel Discussion, 101; Assessment: Speaking and Listening: Group Discussion, 182, 338, 496, 898; Partner Discussion, 298; Tips for Literature Circles, R9

LACC.8.SL.1.1b

Follow rules for collegial discussions and decision-making, track progress toward specific goals and deadlines, and define individual roles as needed.

SE/TE: Speaking and Listening: Panel Discussion, 101; Assessment: Speaking and Listening: Group Discussion, 182, 338, 496, 898; Partner Discussion, 298

LACC.8.SL.1.1c

Pose questions that connect the ideas of several speakers and respond to others’ questions and comments with relevant evidence, observations, and ideas.

SE/TE: Speaking and Listening Workshop: Effective Listening and Note-Taking, 272–273; Assessment: Speaking and Listening: Group Discussion, 182, 338, 496, 898; Panel Discussion, 181; Exploring the Big Question, 190; Partner Discussion, 298

LACC.8.SL.1.1d

Acknowledge new information expressed by others, and, when warranted, qualify or justify their own views in light of the evidence presented.

SE/TE: Speaking and Listening: Panel Discussion, 101; Assessment: Speaking and Listening: Group Discussion, 182, 338, 496, 898; Partner Discussion, 298

LACC.8.SL.1.2

Analyze the purpose of information presented in diverse media and formats (e.g., visually, quantitatively, orally) and evaluate the motives (e.g., social, commercial, political) behind its presentation.

SE/TE: Speaking and Listening Workshop: Effective Listening and Note-Taking, 272–273; Evaluating an Oral Presentation, 424–425; Evaluating Media Messages, 660–661; Class Discussion, 165, 337, 897

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LACC.8.SL.1.3

Delineate a speaker’s argument and specific claims, evaluating the soundness of the reasoning and relevance and sufficiency of the evidence and identifying when irrelevant evidence is introduced.

SE/TE: Speaking and Listening Workshop: Effective Listening and Note-Taking, 272–273; Evaluating an Oral Presentation, 424–425; Evaluating Media Messages, 660–661; Writing to Sources: Evaluation, 245; From Text To Topic: Debate, 17; Speaking and Listening: Debate, 651

LACC.8.SL.2

Presentation of Knowledge and Ideas

LACC.8.SL.2.4

Present claims and findings, emphasizing salient 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.

SE/TE: Speaking and Listening Workshop: Delivering a Narrative Presentation, 122–123; Delivering a Persuasive Speech Using Multimedia, 834–835; Speaking and Listening: Debate, 651; Oral Presentation, 401, 781; Oral Response, 49; Radio Broadcast, 35; Speech, 255; Skit, 223; Research and Technology: Informal Discussion, 475; Informal Presentation, 153, 489, 859; Informal Speech, 331, 889; Multimedia Presentation, 305, 885; Panel Discussion, 159, 181, 331, 475, 737, 865, 889; Partner Discussion, 450; Class Discussion, 337; Debate, 171; Oral Presentation, 675

LACC.8.SL.2.5

Integrate multimedia and visual displays into presentations to clarify information, strengthen claims and evidence, and add interest.

SE/TE: Speaking and Listening Workshop: Delivering a Persuasive Speech Using Multimedia, 834–835; Research and Technology: Multimedia Presentation, 235; Research Investigate the Topic: Multimedia Presentation, 305, 885; Visual Presentation, 717; Diagram, 741; Fashion Slideshow, 483; Poster Presentation, 865; Speaking and Listening: Oral Presentation, 781

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LACC.8.SL.2.6 Adapt speech to a variety of contexts and tasks, demonstrating command of formal English when indicated or appropriate.

SE/TE: Speaking and Listening Workshops: Delivering a Narrative Presentation, 122–123; Effective Listening and Note-Taking, 272–273; Evaluating an Oral Presentation, 424–425; Delivering a Persuasive Speech Using Multimedia, 834–835; Constructed Response: Speaking and Listening, 137, 287, 439, 675, 849; Speaking and Listening: Debate, 651; Guided Tour, 595; Oral Presentation, 401, 781; Oral Response, 49; Panel Discussion, 101; Poetry Recitation, 375; Radio Broadcast, 35; Skit, 223; Speech, 255; Storytelling Workshop, 793; Collaboration: Group Discussion, 182, 338, 496, 746, 898; Close Reading Workshop: Discuss, 7, 194, 351, 508, 760; Research Investigate the Topic: Informal Presentation, 153, 489, 859; Informal Speech, 331, 889; Multimedia Presentation, 305, 885; Visual Presentation, 717; Research and Technology: Multimedia Presentation, 235

Language LACC.8.L.1 Conventions of Standard English LACC.8.L.1.1

Demonstrate command of the conventions of standard English grammar and usage when writing or speaking.

SE/TE: Conventions, 34, 48, 88, 100, 222, 234, 244, 254, 374, 386, 400, 412, 594, 638, 650, 780, 792, 804, 816; Grammar Application, 35, 49, 89, 101, 223, 235, 245, 255, 375, 387, 401, 413, 595, 639, 651, 781, 793, 805, 817; Writer’s Toolbox: Conventions, 129, 279, 431, 667, 841; Sentence Fluency, 127; Writing an Language Conventions, 135, 285, 437, 637, 847; Close Reading Activities: Conventions, 150, 296, 448, 708, 856; Write: Conventions, 152, 298, 450, 710, 858

LACC.8.L.1.1a

Explain the function of verbals (gerunds, participles, infinitives) in general and their function in particular sentences.

SE/TE: Conventions: Participial and Infinitive Phrases, 638; Grammar Application, 639; Writer’s Toolbox: Revising to Combine Sentences Using Gerunds and Participles, 667; Writing and Language Conventions, 673; Conventions, 669; Grammar, Usage, and Mechanics Handbook, R21

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LACC.8.L.1.1b

Form and use verbs in the active and passive voice.

SE/TE: Conventions: Active and Passive Voice, 254; Verb Mood – The Subjunctive, 244; Grammar Application, 245, 255; Close Reading Activities: Conventions, 296

LACC.8.L.1.1c

Form and use verbs in the indicative, imperative, interrogative, conditional, and subjunctive mood.

SE/TE: Conventions: Verb Mood—The Subjunctive, 244; Types of Sentences, 374; Writer’s Toolbox: Revising Verbs for Mood, 279; Grammar Application, 245, 375; Writing and Language Conventions, 437

LACC.8.L.1.1d

Recognize and correct inappropriate shifts in verb voice and mood.

SE/TE: Conventions: Verb Mood—The Subjunctive, 244; Active and Passive Voice, 254; Types of Sentences, 374; Grammar Application, 245, 255; Writer’s Toolbox: Revising Verbs for Mood, 279

LACC.8.L.1.2

Demonstrate command of the conventions of standard English capitalization, punctuation, and spelling when writing.

SE/TE: Conventions: Nouns, 34; Commas and Semicolons, 792; Ellipses and Dashes, 804; Capitalization, 816; Grammar Application, 35, 793, 805, 817; Focus on Punctuating Dialogue, 131; Focus on Items in a Series, 281; Constructed Response: Analyze Word Choice, 848; Dialogue, 89; Grammar, Usage, and Mechanics Handbook, R23

LACC.8.L.1.2a

Use punctuation (comma, ellipsis, dash) to indicate a pause or break.

SE/TE: Conventions: Commas and Semicolons, 792; Ellipses and Dashes, 804; Grammar Application, 793, 805; Writing to Sources: Poem, 401; Writing and Language Conventions, 847; Conventions, 152, 298, 710, 856, 858; Editing and Proofreading, 281; Grammar, Usage, and Mechanics Handbook, R23

LACC.8.L.1.2b

Use an ellipsis to indicate an omission. SE/TE: Conventions: Ellipses and Dashes, 804; Grammar Application, 805; See also: Writing to Sources: Poem, 401; Craft and Structure, 736

LACC.8.L.1.2c

Spell correctly. SE/TE: Spell Tricky or Difficult Words Correctly, 433; Focus on Spelling Homophones, 843; Editing and Proofreading, lxxviii

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LACC.8.L.2 Knowledge of Language LACC.8.L.2.3

Use knowledge of language and its conventions when writing, speaking, reading, or listening.

SE/TE: Writing Process, 124–131, 274–281, 426–433, 662–669, 836–843; Language Study Workshop, 120–121, 270–271, 422–423, 658–659, 832–833; Language Study, 32, 46, 86, 98, 220, 232, 242, 252, 372, 384, 398, 410, 592, 636, 648, 778, 790, 802, 814; Close Reading Activities: Language Study, 150, 158, 162, 170, 180, 296, 304, 310, 320, 330, 334, 448, 462, 474, 482, 488, 494, 708, 716, 724, 736, 740, 744, 856, 864, 872, 875, 884, 888, 898, 894; Speaking and Listening Workshop, 122–123, 272–273, 424–425, 660–661, 834–835; Constructed Response: Writing, 136, 286, 438, 674, 848; Speaking and Listening, 137, 287, 439, 675, 849

LACC.8.L.2.3a

Use verbs in the active and passive voice and in the conditional and subjunctive mood to achieve particular effects (e.g., emphasizing the actor or the action; expressing uncertainty or describing a state contrary to fact).

SE/TE: Conventions: Verb Mood – The Subjunctive, 244; Active and Passive Voice, 254; Grammar Application, 245, 255; Writer’s Toolbox: Revising Verbs for Mood, 279; Close Reading Activities: Conventions, 296

LACC.8.L.3 Vocabulary Acquisition and Use LACC.8.L.3.4

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.

SE/TE: Language Study Workshop: Using a Dictionary and Thesaurus, 120–121; Word Origins, 270–271; Words with Multiple Meanings, 422–423; Close Reading Activities: Selection Vocabulary, 150, 158, 162, 170, 180, 296, 304, 310, 320, 330, 334, 448, 462, 474, 482, 488, 494, 708, 716, 724, 736, 740, 744, 856, 864, 872, 875, 884, 888, 898, 894; Introducing the Big Question: Vocabulary, 3, 191, 347, 505, 755

LACC.8.L.3.4a

Use context (e.g., the overall meaning of a sentence or paragraph; a word’s position or function in a sentence) as a clue to the meaning of a word or phrase.

SE/TE: Using Context, 364–365, 369, 371, 373; Context Clues, 376, 377, 381, 384; Language Study Workshop: Word Origins, 270–271; Words with Multiple Meanings, 422–423; Borrowed and Foreign Words, 658–659; Language Study, 296; Assessment, 133, 435; Close Reading Activities: Selection Vocabulary, 150, 158, 162, 170, 180, 296, 304, 310, 320, 330, 334, 448, 462, 474, 482, 488, 494, 708, 716, 724, 736, 740, 744, 856, 864, 872, 875, 884, 888, 898, 894

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LACC.8.L.3.4b

Use common, grade-appropriate Greek or Latin affixes and roots as clues to the meaning of a word (e.g., precede, recede, secede).

SE/TE: Prefix, 98, 372, 398, 410, 636; Suffix, 46, 50, 88, 220, 224, 246, 384, 592, 648, 790; Roots, 32, 86, 170, 208, 232, 242, 252, 410, 744, 778, 802, 814, 856; Word Origins, 270–271

LACC.8.L.3.4c

Consult general and specialized reference materials (e.g., dictionaries, glossaries, thesauruses), both print and digital, to find the pronunciation of a word or determine or clarify its precise meaning or its part of speech.

SE/TE: Language Study Workshop: Using a Dictionary and Thesaurus, 120–121; Word Origins, 270–271; Words with Multiple Meanings, 422–423; Borrowed and Foreign Words, 658–659; Introducing the Big Question: Vocabulary, 3, 191, 347, 505, 755; Word Study, 32, 46, 86, 220, 232, 252, 372, 384, 398, 410, 592, 636, 648, 778, 790, 802, 814; Academic Vocabulary, 150, 163, 165, 171, 181, 296, 305, 311, 321, 331, 335, 337, 463, 475, 483, 489, 495, 717, 725, 737, 741, 745, 865, 873, 875, 885, 889, 895, 897; Editing and Proofreading, 433

LACC.8.L.3.4d

Verify the preliminary determination of the meaning of a word or phrase (e.g., by checking the inferred meaning in context or in a dictionary).

SE/TE: Language Study Workshop: Using a Dictionary and Thesaurus, 120–121; Borrowed and Foreign Words, 658–659; Context Clues, 376, 377, 381, 384, 385; Introducing the Big Question: Vocabulary, 3, 191, 347, 505, 755

LACC.8.L.3.5

Demonstrate understanding of figurative language, word relationships, and nuances in word meanings.

SE/TE: Language Study Workshop: Figurative Language, 832–833; Analyzing Poetic Language, 362–363; Sound Devices, 364, 365, 367, 369, 371, 372, 373; Figurative Language, 376, 377, 383, 385; Literary Analysis, 330, 857; Constructed Response, 438, 439, 848; Writing to Sources: Review of a Poem, 413

LACC.8.L.3.5a

Interpret figures of speech (e.g. verbal irony, puns) in context.

SE/TE: 296, Analyzing Poetic Language, 362–363; Sound Devices, 364, 365, 367, 369, 371, 372, 373; Figurative Language, 376, 377, 383, 385; Imagery, 402, 403, 405, 409, 411; Literary Analysis, 330, 857; Constructed Response, 438, 439, 848; Writing to Sources: Review of a Poem, 413

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LACC.8.L.3.5b

Use the relationship between particular words to better understand each of the words.

SE/TE: Synonym, 232; Using Context, 364–365, 371; Paraphrase, 399, 402; Writer’s Toolbox: Brainstorming for Accurate Words, 429; Language Study, 46, 150, 310, 320, 448, 474, 740, 864, 884, 888; Vocabulary, 36, 232, 236, 530, 640, 802, 806; Language Study: Using a Dictionary and Thesaurus, 120–121; Revising, 298

LACC.8.L.3.5c

Distinguish among the connotations (associations) of words with similar denotations (definitions) (e.g., bullheaded, willful, firm, persistent, resolute).

SE/TE: Craft and Structure: Word Choice, 246, 247, 253; Language and Tone, 206; Connotations and Tone, 363; Spiral Review, 367; Writer’s Toolbox: Using the Right Word, 429; Be Aware of Persuasive Appeals and Rhetorical Techniques, 660; Speaking and Listening: Be Dramatic, 834

LACC.8.L.3.6

Acquire and use accurately grade-appropriate general academic and domain-specific words and phrases; gather vocabulary knowledge when considering a word or phrase important to comprehension or expression.

SE/TE: Common Core Workshop: Building Academic Vocabulary, xlvi–lv; Analyzing Arguments, lxiv–lxv; The Art of Argument, lxvi–lxvii; Language Study Workshop, 120–121, 270–271, 422–423, 658–659, 832–833; Language Study, 32, 46, 86, 98, 220, 232, 242, 252, 372, 384, 398, 410, 592, 636, 648, 778, 790, 802, 814; Close Reading Activities: Selection Vocabulary, 150, 158, 162, 170, 180, 296, 304, 310, 320, 330, 334, 448, 462, 474, 482, 488, 494, 708, 716, 724, 736, 740, 744, 856, 864, 872, 875, 884, 888, 898, 894; Introducing the Big Question: Vocabulary, 3, 191, 347, 505, 755

HE.8.C.1.2 Analyze the interrelationship between healthy/unhealthy behaviors and the dimensions of health: physical, mental/emotional, social, and intellectual.

Florida Health and Social Studies Connections: 39-40

HE.8.C.2.5 Research marketing strategies behind health-related media messages.

Florida Health and Social Studies Connections: 41-42

HE.8.C.3.3

Recommend a variety of technologies to gather health information.

Florida Health and Social Studies Connections: 43-44

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HE.8.B.4.1

Illustrate skills necessary for effective communication with family, peers, and others to enhance health.

Florida Health and Social Studies Connections: 45-46

HE.8.B.4.3

Examine the possible causes of conflict among youth in schools and communities.

Florida Health and Social Studies Connections: 47-48

HE.8.B.4.4 Compare and contrast ways to ask for and offer assistance to enhance the health of self and others.

Florida Health and Social Studies Connections: 49-50

HE.8.B.5.1 Determine when health-related situations require the application of a thoughtful prepared plan of action.

Florida Health and Social Studies Connections: 51-52

SS.8.C.1.5

Apply the rights and principles contained in the Constitution and Bill of Rights to the lives of citizens today.

Florida Health and Social Studies Connections: 53-54

SS.8.C.1.6 Evaluate how amendments to the Constitution have expanded voting rights from our nation's early history to present day.

Florida Health and Social Studies Connections: 55-56

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SUBJECT: English Language Arts

GRADE LEVEL: Grade 8 COURSE TITLE: M/J Language Arts 3 Advanced COURSE CODE: 1001080

SUBMISSION TITLE: Pearson Common Core Literature, Grade 8, Florida Edition, ©2015 BID ID: 2272

PUBLISHER: Pearson Education Inc., publishing as Prentice Hall PUBLISHER ID: 22-1603684-03

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Reading Literature LACC.8.RL.1 Key Ideas and Details LACC.8.RL.1.1

Cite the textual evidence that most strongly supports an analysis of what the text says explicitly as well as inferences drawn from the text.

SE/TE: Make Inferences, 50–51, 55, 58, 59, 60, 62, 64, 65, 66, 68, 69, 72, 77, 78, 81, 82, 86, 87, 90–91, 93, 94, 95, 96, 99; Draw Conclusions, 640–641, 642, 648, 649; Author’s Influences, 806–807, 810, 815; Paraphrase, 388, 389, 396, 398, 399, 402–403, 405, 410, 411; Cultural Context, 794–795, 797, 800, 801, 803; Close Reading Activities, 158, 180, 304, 320, 448, 449, 462, 482, 523, 593, 709, 864, 875; Close Reading Workshop, 4, 13, 348, 357, 506, 507, 523, 756, 767; Assessment, 133; Constructed Response, 136, 674, 675, 848; Comparing Types of Description, 415, 421

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Determine a theme or central idea of a 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.

SE/TE: Close Reading Workshop, 4, 13, 506, 507, 523, 756, 767; Elements of a Short Story, 16–19; Analyzing Themes in American Stories, 772–773; Theme, 90–91, 94, 97, 99; Assessment, 133; Constructed Response: Analyze the Development of Theme, 136, 674; Hold a Panel Discussion, 439; Compare Themes in Two Works, 848; Present an Oral Review of a Story, 137; Close Reading Activities, 150, 151, 158, 180, 320, 462, 482, 593, 674, 708, 864; Summarize, 774–775, 779, 782, 783, 786, 789, 791; Writing an Objective Summary, lvi–lvii

LACC.8.RL.1.3

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.

SE/TE: Close Reading Workshop, 4, 13, 756, 767; Elements of a Short Story, 16–19; Plot, 20–21, 23, 26, 31, 33; Character Traits, 36–37, 40, 42, 45, 47; Comparing Characters of Different Eras, 103, 119; Close Reading Activities, 180, 304, 462, 482, 708, 709; Elements of Drama, 527–529; , Dialogue, 530–531; 537, 538, 544, 545, 547, 552, 553, 556, 557, 559, 560, 567, 572, 575, 576, 578, 581, 585, 586, 590, 593; Cause and Effect, 596–597, 601, 606, 607, 608, 612, 616, 619, 625, 626, 630, 637; Setting and Character, 640–641, 643, 644, 649; Comparing Heroic Characters, 819, 831; Assessment, 133; Constructed Response, 137, 674, 675

LACC.8.RL.2 Craft and Structure LACC.8.RL.2.4

Determine the meaning of words and phrases as they are used in a text, including figurative and connotative meanings; analyze the impact of specific word choices on meaning and tone, including analogies or allusions to other texts.

SE/TE: Close Reading Workshop, 348, 357; Analyzing Poetic Language, 362–363; Vocabulary, 530, 782; Language Study, 592; Sound Devices, 364, 365, 367, 369, 371, 372, 373; Figurative Language, 376, 377, 383, 385, 822–823; Imagery, 402, 403, 405, 410, 411; Language Study, 180, 304, 448, 462, 708, 864; Assessment, 133, 435; Constructed Response, 439, 848; Literary Analysis, 330, 857; Constructed Response, 438, 439, 848; Writing to Sources: Review of a Poem, 413; Timed Writing, 421

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LACC.8.RL.2.5

Compare and contrast the structure of two or more texts and analyze how the differing structure of each text contributes to its meaning and style.

SE/TE: Forms of Poetry, 388–389, 393, 395, 398, 399; Constructed Response: Contrast the Structure of Two Poems, 438; Analyze Dramatic Structure, 674; Free Verse and Structure, 449; Comparing Texts: Comparing Adaptations to Originals, 653–657; Comparing Heroic Characters, 818–831

LACC.8.RL.2.6

Analyze how differences in the points of view of the characters and the audience or reader (e.g., created through the use of dramatic irony) create such effects as suspense or humor.

SE/TE: Point of View, 50–51, 54, 56, 58, 62, 65, 66, 69, 71, 73, 74, 76, 80, 83, 84, 85, 87; Elements of Drama, 526–529; Dialogue, 530, 593 (question 5)

LACC.8.RL.3 Integration of Knowledge and Ideas LACC.8.RL.3.7

Analyze the extent to which a filmed or live production of a story or drama stays faithful to or departs from the text or script, evaluating the choices made by the director or actors.

SE/TE: Writing to Sources: Film Review, 639; Speaking and Listening: Storytelling Workshop, 793

LACC.8.RL.3.9

Analyze how a modern work of fiction draws on themes, patterns of events, or character types from myths, traditional stories, or religious works such as the Bible, including describing how the material is rendered new.

SE/TE: Writing to Sources: Comparison of Works, 101; Allusions, 362, 388, 399; Comparing Heroic Characters, 819–831

LACC.8.RL.4 Range of Reading and Level of Text Complexity

LACC.8.RL.4.10

By the end of the year, read and comprehend literature, including stories, dramas, and poems, at the high end of grades 6–8 text complexity band independently and proficiently.

SE/TE: Comprehending Complex Texts, lviii–lxiii; Titles for Extended Reading & Preparing to Read Complex Texts, 186–187, 342–343, 500–501, 750–751, 902–903

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Reading Informational Text LACC.8.RI.1 Key Ideas and Details LACC.8.RI.1.1

Cite the textual evidence that most strongly supports an analysis of what the text says explicitly as well as inferences drawn from the text.

SE/TE: Close Reading Workshop, 134, 192, 201; Close Reading Activities, 170, 296, 297, 310, 330, 337, 474, 488, 494, 716, 736, 740, 744, 856, 857, 872, 884, 888; Reading Informational Text, 134, 436, 672

LACC.8.RI.1.2

Determine a central idea of a text and analyze its development over the course of the text, including its relationship to supporting ideas; provide an objective summary of the text.

SE/TE: Close Reading Workshop, 192, 201; Main Idea, 208–209, 212, 214, 217, 218, 221, 224–225, 227, 228, 233; Close Reading Activities, 163, 170, 296, 297, 310, 330, 474, 488, 494, 716, 736, 740, 744, 856, 872, 884, 888; Writing an Objective Summary, lvi–lvii; Research and Technology: Summary of an Article, 89; Reading Informational Text, 134, 436

LACC.8.RI.1.3

Analyze how a text makes connections among and distinctions between individuals, ideas, or events (e.g., through comparisons, analogies, or categories).

SE/TE: Narrative Essay, 208–209, 212, 215, 217, 221; Biography and Autobiography, 224–225, 229, 231, 233; Reading Informational Text, 134, 436; Close Reading Activities, 310, 474, 488, 494, 736, 740, 744, 888

LACC.8.RI.2 Craft and Structure LACC.8.RI.2.4

Determine the meaning of words and phrases as they are used in a text, including figurative, connotative, and technical meanings; analyze the impact of specific word choices on meaning and tone, including analogies or allusions to other texts.

SE/TE: Close Reading Workshop, 192, 201; Elements of Nonfiction, 207; Language Study, 170, 252, 296, 310, 330, 334, 488, 494, 872, 884, 888; Vocabulary, 246

LACC.8.RI.2.5

Analyze in detail the structure of a specific paragraph in a text, including the role of particular sentences in developing and refining a key concept.

SE/TE: Elements of Literary Nonfiction, 204–207; Comparing Texts: Comparing Types of Organization, 257–269; Close Reading Activities, 296; Style, 297; Text Structure, 494; Claims and Evidence, 740; Persuasive Techniques, 888; From Text to Topic, 163, 489, 741, 889

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LACC.8.RI.2.6

Determine an author’s point of view or purpose in a text and analyze how the author acknowledges and responds to conflicting evidence or viewpoints.

SE/TE: Close Reading Workshop, 192, 201; Elements of Nonfiction, 205–206; Fact and Opinion, 236, 237, 238, 240, 242, 243, 246–247, 249, 250, 253; Writing to Sources: Evaluation, 245; Author’s Perspective, 310; Point of View, 330; Author’s Purpose, 744; Main Idea and Support, 334; Close Reading Activities, 337, 716, 856, 857; Persuasive Techniques, 888

LACC.8.RI.3 Integration of Knowledge and Ideas LACC.8.RI.3.7

Evaluate the advantages and disadvantages of using different mediums (e.g., print or digital text, video, multimedia) to present a particular topic or idea.

SE/TE: Speaking and Listening Workshop: Evaluating Media Messages, 660–661; Delivering a Persuasive Speech Using Multimedia, 834–835; Speaking and Listening: Speech, 255; Text Structure, 494; Use Formatting, Graphics, and Multimedia, 664; Close Reading Activities, 897; Research Investigate the Topic: Illustrated Timeline, 171; Visual Presentation, 717; Multimedia Presentation, 305, 885; Fashion Slideshow, 483; Research and Technology: Snapshot, 245; Multimedia Presentation, 235

LACC.8.RI.3.8

Delineate and evaluate the argument and specific claims in a text, assessing whether the reasoning is sound and the evidence is relevant and sufficient; recognize when irrelevant evidence is introduced.

SE/TE: Analyzing Arguments, lxiv–lxv; The Art of Argument, lxvi–lxvii; Persuasive Techniques, 236–237, 239, 243, 245; Fact and Opinion, 236, 237, 238, 240, 242, 243, 246–247, 249, 250, 253; Main Idea and Support, 334; Claims and Evidence, 740; Persuasive Techniques, 888; Writing to Sources: Letter to the Editor, 741

LACC.8.RI.3.9

Analyze a case in which two or more texts provide conflicting information on the same topic and identify where the texts disagree on matters of fact or interpretation.

SE/TE: Writing to Sources: Evaluation, 245; Assessment: Reading Informational Text, 284, 436, 672; Constructed Response: Evaluate an Argument, 286; Speaking and Listening: Evaluating Media Message, 660–661; Analyzing Arguments, lxiv–lxv

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Range of Reading and Level of Text Complexity

LACC.8.RI.4.10

By the end of the year, read and comprehend literary nonfiction at the high end of the grades 6–8 text complexity band independently and proficiently.

SE/TE: Comprehending Complex Texts, lviii–lxiii; Titles for Extended Reading & Preparing to Read Complex Texts, 186–187, 342–343, 500–501, 750–751, 902–903

Writing LACC.8.W.1

Text Types and Purposes

LACC.8.W.1.1

Write arguments to support claims with clear reasons and relevant evidence.

SE/TE: Composing an Argument, lxviii–lxix; Argument: Response to Literature-Critical Review, 426–433; Problem-and-Solution Essay, 836–843; Writing to Sources: Argument, 337, 889; Argumentative Essay, 181, 305, 335, 495; Evaluation, 245; Letter to the Editor, 159, 741; Persuasive Essay, 489; Persuasive Speech, 817; Public Service Announcement, 651; Review, 413; Timed Writing: Argumentative Essay, 671; Assessment: Argumentative Essay, 184–185, 900–901; Write: Argumentative Essay, 152, 710; Write: Play Review, 523; Constructed Response, 674

LACC.8.W.1.1a

Introduce claim(s), acknowledge and distinguish the claim(s) from alternate or opposing claims, and organize the reasons and evidence logically.

SE/TE: Composing an Argument, lxviii–lxix; Writing Process: Drafting, 428, 838; Revising, 840; Writing to Sources: Letter to the Editor, 159, 741; Persuasive Essay, 489; Argumentative Essay, 181, 305, 335; Assessment: Argumentative Essay, 184–185, 900–901; Write: Argumentative Essay, 710

LACC.8.W.1.1b

Support claim(s) with logical reasoning and relevant evidence, using accurate, credible sources and demonstrating an understanding of the topic or text.

SE/TE: Writing Process: Cite and Integrate Textual Evidence, 428; Address Counterclaims, 428; Revising, 430; Promote Your Solution, 838; Revising, 840; Writing to Sources: Argumentative Essay, 181, 305, 335; Letter to the Editor, 159, 741; Persuasive Speech, 817; Persuasive Essay, 489; Evaluation, 245; Assessment: Argumentative Essay, 184–185, 900–901; Write: Argumentative Essay, 710; Composing an Argument, lxviii–lxix

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LACC.8.W.1.1c

Use words, phrases, and clauses to create cohesion and clarify the relationships among claim(s), counterclaims, reasons, and evidence.

SE/TE: Writing Process: Drafting, 428; Using the Right Words, 429; Offer Support, 838; Using Voice, 839; Revising, 430, 840; Writing to Sources: Review, 413; Write: Argumentative Essay, 152; Assessment: Argumentative Essay, 184–185, 900–901

LACC.8.W.1.1d

Establish and maintain a formal style. SE/TE: Writing Process: Revise to Maintain a Formal Style, 430, 840; Assignment, 836; Writing to Sources: Letter to the Editor, 741; Persuasive Speech, 817; Persuasive Essay, 489; Assessment: Argumentative Essay, 184–185, 900–901

LACC.8.W.1.1e

Provide a concluding statement or section that follows from and supports the argument presented.

SE/TE: Writing Process: Writing a Strong Conclusion, 428; Conclude Strongly, 838; Write: Argumentative Essay, 152, 710; Writing to Sources: Argumentative Essay, 181, 305, 335; Letter to the Editor, 159; Persuasive Speech, 817; Assessment: Argumentative Essay, 184–185, 900–901; Composing an Argument, lxviii–lxix

LACC.8.W.1.2

Write informative/explanatory texts to examine a topic and convey ideas, concepts, and information through the selection, organization, and analysis of relevant content.

SE/TE: Writing Process: Informative Text: Comparison-and-Contrast Essay, 274–281; Expository Text: Cause-and-Effect Essay, 662–669; Writing to Sources: Analytical Essay, 311, 725; Biographical Sketch, 223; Character Profile, 49; Cause-and-Effect Analysis, 483; Comparison-and-Contrast Essay, 171, 331; Comparison of Works, 101; Critical analysis, 793; Explanatory Essay, 163; Informative Essay, 737, 875; Film Review, 639; Reflective Essay, 235; Research Proposal, 805; Response, 255; Travel Essay, 298; Write: Comparison-and-Contrast Essay, 450; Essay, 13, 201, 357; Assessment: Informative Essay, 858; Comparison-and-Contrast Essay, 340–341, 748–749; Explanatory Essay, 498–499; Timed Writing: Essay, 119, 269, 283, 421, 657, 831, 845; Constructed Response: Essay, 136, 286, 438, 674, 848; Research: Speech, 451; Research Article, 817

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LACC.8.W.1.2a

Introduce a topic clearly, previewing what is to follow; organize ideas, concepts, and information into broader categories; include formatting (e.g., headings), graphics (e.g., charts, tables), and multimedia when useful to aiding comprehension.

SE/TE: Writing Process: Assignment, 274, 662; Prewriting, 275, 663; Drafting, 664; Writing to Sources: Biographical Sketch, 223; Travel Essay, 298; Cause-and-Effect Analysis, 483; Informative Essay, 737; Assessment: Comparison-and-Contrast Essay, 340–341; Write: Informative Essay, 858

LACC.8.W.1.2b

Develop the topic with relevant, well-chosen facts, definitions, concrete details, quotations, or other information and examples.

SE/TE: Writing Process: Assignment, 274, 662; Prewriting, 275, 663; Drafting, 276; Generating Ideas, 277; Revising, 278; Writing to Sources: Explanatory Essay, 163; Biographical Sketch, 223; Travel Essay, 298; Informative Essay, 737; Assessment: Comparison-and-Contrast Essay, 340–341; Write: Analytical Essay, 767; Research and Technology: Summary of an Article, 89; Timed Writing, 435; Research: Speech; Write: Informative Essay, 858

LACC.8.W.1.2c

Use appropriate and varied transitions to create cohesion and clarify the relationships among ideas and concepts.

SE/TE: Writing Process: Revising, 666; Writing to Sources: Biographical Sketch, 223; Analytical Essay, 311; Comparison-and-Contrast Essay, 331; Cause-and-Effect Analysis, 483; Informative Essay, 737; Assessment: Comparison-and-Contrast Essay, 340–341; Research: Speech

LACC.8.W.1.2d

Use precise language and domain-specific vocabulary to inform about or explain the topic.

SE/TE: Writing Process: Check Language, 278; Revising, 666; Writing to Sources: Response, 255; Travel Essay, 298; Assessment: Comparison-and-Contrast Essay, 340–341

LACC.8.W.1.2e

Establish and maintain a formal style. SE/TE: Writing Process: Revise for Formal Language, 278; Writing to Sources: Comparison-and-Contrast Essay, 331; Assessment: Comparison-and-Contrast Essay, 340–341; Write: Informative Essay, 858

LACC.8.W.1.2f

Provide a concluding statement or section that follows from and supports the information or explanation presented.

SE/TE: Writing Process: Conclude Effectively, 276; Writing to Sources: Explanatory Essay, 163; Biographical Sketch, 223; Reflective Essay, 235; Travel Essay, 298; Analytical Essay, 311; Cause-and-Effect Analysis, 483; Assessment: Comparison-and-Contrast Essay, 340–341; Write: Informative Essay, 858

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LACC.8.W.1.3

Write narratives to develop real or imagined experiences or events using effective technique, relevant descriptive details, and well-structured event sequences.

SE/TE: Writing Process: Narrative Text: Autobiographical Essay, 124–131; Writing to Sources: Dialogue, 89; Diary Entry, 165, 595; First-Person Narrative, 717; Imaginary Interview, 745; Journal Entries, 873; Myth, 781; Narrative, 865, 885; Narrative Retelling, 463; New Ending, 35, 321; Scenario, 475; Assessment: Writing: Autobiographical Narrative, 183, 497, 899; Narrative Essay, 339; Dramatic Text, 747; Timed Writing: Dialogue, 133; Research: Biographical Sketch, 897; Research and Technology: Letter, 805

LACC.8.W.1.3a

Engage and orient the reader by establishing a context and point of view and introducing a narrator and/or characters; organize an event sequence that unfolds naturally and logically.

SE/TE: Writing Process: Assignment, 124; Prewriting, 125; Drafting, 126; Writing to Sources: Narrative Retelling, 463; Scenario, 475; First-Person Narrative, 717; Assessment - Writing: Autobiographical Narrative, 183, 497, 899; Narrative Essay, 339; Research and Technology: Letter, 805; Research: Biographical Sketch, 897

LACC.8.W.1.3b

Use narrative techniques, such as dialogue, pacing, description, and reflection, to develop experiences, events, and/or characters.

SE/TE: Writing Process: Drafting, 126; Writing to Sources: New Ending, 35, 321; Dialogue, 89; Diary Entry, 165; Narrative Retelling, 463; Myth, 781; Assessment - Writing: Autobiographical Narrative, 183, 497, 899; Narrative Essay, 339; Research: Biographical Sketch, 897

LACC.8.W.1.3c

Use a variety of transition words, phrases, and clauses to convey sequence, signal shifts from one time frame or setting to another, and show the relationships among experiences and events.

SE/TE: Writing Process: Revising, 128; Assessment - Writing: Autobiographical Narrative, 183, 497, 899; Narrative Essay, 339; Writing to Sources: Scenario, 475; Research: Biographical Sketch, 897

LACC.8.W.1.3d

Use precise words and phrases, relevant descriptive details, and sensory language to capture the action and convey experiences and events.

SE/TE: Writing Process: Assignment, 124; Prewriting, 125; Drafting, 126; Revising, 128; Writing to Sources: New Ending, 35, 321; First-Person Narrative, 717; Assessment - Writing: Autobiographical Narrative, 183, 899; Narrative Essay, 339; Research and Technology: Letter, 805

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LACC.8.W.1.3e

Provide a conclusion that follows from and reflects on the narrated experiences or events.

SE/TE: Writing Process: Write and Effective Conclusion, 126; Writing to Sources: New Ending, 35; Narrative Retelling, 463; Scenario, 475; First-Person Narrative, 717; Myth, 781; Assessment - Writing: Autobiographical Narrative, 183, 497, 899; Narrative Essay, 339

LACC.8.W.2 Production and Distribution of Writing LACC.8.W.2.4

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 standards 1–3 above.)

SE/TE: Writing Process, 124–131, 274–281, 426–433, 662–669, 836–843; Writing to Sources, 35, 49, 89, 101, 159, 163, 165, 171, 181, 223, 235, 255, 305, 311, 321, 331, 337, 375, 401, 413, 463, 475, 483, 489, 495, 595, 639, 651, 717, 725, 737, 741, 745, 781, 793, 805, 817, 865, 873, 875, 885, 889, 895; Timed Writing, 119, 133, 269, 283, 421, 435, 657, 671, 831, 845; Assessment: Writing to Sources, 184–185, 340–341, 498–499, 748–749, 900–901; Write, 152, 298, 450, 710, 858; Constructed Response: Writing, 136, 286, 438, 674, 848

LACC.8.W.2.5

With some guidance and support from peers and adults, develop and strengthen writing as needed by planning, revising, editing, rewriting, or trying a new approach, focusing on how well purpose and audience have been addressed.

SE/TE: Writing Process: Narrative Text: Autobiographical Essay, 124–131; Informative Text: Comparison-and-Contrast Essay, 274–281; Argument: Response to Literature-Critical Review, 426–433; Expository Text: Cause-and-Effect Essay, 662–669; Argument: Problem-and-Solution Essay, 836–843; Assessment: Writing to Sources, 184–185, 340–341, 498–499, 748–749, 900–901; Write, 152, 298, 450, 710, 858

LACC.8.W.2.6

Use technology, including the Internet, to produce and publish writing and present the relationships between information and ideas efficiently as well as to interact and collaborate with others.

SE/TE: Speaking and Listening Workshop: Delivering a Persuasive Speech Using Multimedia, 834–835; Speaking and Listening: Oral Presentation, 781; Research Investigate the Topic: Illustrated Timeline, 171; Multimedia Presentation, 305, 885; Fashion Slideshow, 483; Research and Technology: Snapshot, 245; Multimedia Presentation, 235

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LACC.8.W.3

Research to Build and Present Knowledge

LACC.8.W.3.7

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.

SE/TE: Common Core Workshop: Conducting Research, lxx–lxxi; Research Process Workshop, lxxii–lxxxi; Citing Sources and Preparing Manuscript, lxxxii–lxxxiii; Research and Technology, 89, 235, 245, 387, 413, 639, 805, 817; Research Investigate the Topic, 153, 159, 163, 171, 181, 299, 305, 311, 321, 331, 335, 451, 463, 475, 483, 489, 495, 711, 717, 725, 737, 741, 745, 859, 865, 873, 885, 889, 895, 897; Close Reading Activities: Research, 7, 13, 150, 158, 162, 170, 180, 194, 201, 296, 304, 310, 320, 330, 334, 351, 357, 448, 462, 474, 482, 488, 494, 508, 523, 708, 716, 724, 736, 740, 744, 761, 767, 856, 864, 872, 884, 888, 894; Constructed Response: Research, 137, 287, 439, 675, 849; Writing Process: Focus on Research, 124, 274, 426, 662, 836; Close Reading Workshop: Research, 7, 194, 351, 508, 760

LACC.8.W.3.8

Gather relevant information from multiple print and digital sources, using search terms effectively; assess the credibility and accuracy of each source; and quote or paraphrase the data and conclusions of others while avoiding plagiarism and following a standard format for citation.

SE/TE: Common Core Workshop: Conducting Research, lxx–lxxi; Research Process Workshop, lxxii–lxxxi; Citing Sources and Preparing Manuscript, lxxxii–lxxxiii; Research and Technology, 89, 235, 245, 387, 413, 639, 805, 817; Research Investigate the Topic, 153, 159, 163, 171, 181, 299, 305, 311, 321, 331, 335, 451, 463, 475, 483, 489, 495, 711, 717, 725, 737, 741, 745, 859, 865, 873, 885, 889, 895, 897; Close Reading Activities: Research, 7, 13, 150, 158, 162, 170, 180, 194, 201, 296, 304, 310, 320, 330, 334, 351, 357, 448, 462, 474, 482, 488, 494, 508, 523, 708, 716, 724, 736, 740, 744, 761, 767, 856, 864, 872, 884, 888, 894; Constructed Response: Research, 137, 287, 439, 675, 849; Writing Process: Focus on Research, 124, 274, 426, 662, 836; Close Reading Workshop: Research, 7, 194, 351, 508, 760; Incorporate Research, 184, 340, 498, 748, 900; Cite Research Correctly, 185, 341, 499, 749, 901

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LACC.8.W.3.9

Draw evidence from literary or informational texts to support analysis, reflection, and research.

SE/TE: Writing Process: Argument: Response to Literature-Critical Review, 426–433; Constructed Response: Writing, 136, 286, 438, 439, 674, 848; Writing to Sources: Comparison of Works, 101; Reflective Essay, 235; Evaluation of a Speech, 245; Study for a Poem, 387; Review, 413; Cause-and-Effect Analysis, 483; Critical Analysis, 793; Timed Writing: Essay, 269, 421; Write: Comparison-and-Contrast Essay, 450; Research, 711

LACC.8.W.3.9a

Apply grade 8 Reading standards to literature (e.g., “Analyze how a modern work of fiction draws on themes, patterns of events, or character types from myths, traditional stories, or religious works such as the Bible, including describing how the material is rendered new”).

SE/TE: Writing Process: Argument: Response to Literature-Critical Review, 426–433; Constructed Response: Writing, 136, 438, 439, 674, 848; Writing to Sources: Comparison of Works, 101; Study for a Poem, 387; Review, 413; Cause-and-Effect Analysis, 483; Critical Analysis, 793; Timed Writing: Essay, 421; Write: Comparison-and-Contrast Essay, 450; Explanatory Essay, 357; Analytical Essay, 767

LACC.8.W.3.9b

Apply grade 8 Reading standards to literary nonfiction (e.g., “Delineate and evaluate the argument and specific claims in a text, assessing whether the reasoning is sound and the evidence is relevant and sufficient; recognize when irrelevant evidence is introduced”).

SE/TE: Writing To Sources: Reflective Essay, 235; Evaluation of a Speech, 245; Timed Writing: Essay, 269; 426–433; Writing Process: Argument: Response to Literature-Critical Review, 426–433; Constructed Response: Analyze Paragraph Structure, 286; Compare and Contrast Tone, 286; Evaluate an Argument, 286; Research, 711

LACC.8.W.4 Range of Writing LACC.8.W.4.10

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.

SE/TE: Writing Process, 124–131, 274–281, 426–433, 662–669, 836–843; Writing to Sources, 35, 49, 89, 101, 159, 163, 165, 171, 181, 223, 235, 255, 305, 311, 321, 331, 337, 375, 401, 413, 463, 475, 483, 489, 495, 595, 639, 651, 717, 725, 737, 741, 745, 781, 793, 805, 817, 865, 873, 875, 885, 889, 895; Timed Writing, 119, 133, 269, 283, 421, 435, 657, 671, 831, 845; Assessment: Writing to Sources, 184–185, 340–341, 498–499, 748–749, 900–901; Write, 152, 298, 450, 710, 858; Constructed Response: Writing, 136, 286, 438, 674, 848

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Speaking and Listening LACC.8.SL.1 Comprehension and Collaboration LACC.8.SL.1.1

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 their own clearly.

SE/TE: From Text To Topic: Discuss, 152, 159, 163, 165, 171, 181, 298, 305, 311, 321, 331, 335, 337, 450, 463, 475, 483, 489, 495, 710, 717, 725, 737, 741, 745, 858, 865, 873, 885, 889, 895, 897; Collaboration: Group Discussion, 2, 190, 346, 504, 754; Close Reading Workshop: Discuss, 7, 194, 351, 508, 760, 767; Speaking and Listening: Panel Discussion, 101; Debate, 651; Constructed Response: Discuss, 137, 287, 439, 675, 849; Assessment: Speaking and Listening: Group Discussion, 182, 338, 496, 746, 898; Tips for Literature Circles, R9

LACC.8.SL.1.1a

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.

SE/TE: Speaking and Listening: Panel Discussion, 101; Assessment: Speaking and Listening: Group Discussion, 182, 338, 496, 898; Partner Discussion, 298; Tips for Literature Circles, R9

LACC.8.SL.1.1b

Follow rules for collegial discussions and decision-making, track progress toward specific goals and deadlines, and define individual roles as needed.

SE/TE: Speaking and Listening: Panel Discussion, 101; Assessment: Speaking and Listening: Group Discussion, 182, 338, 496, 898; Partner Discussion, 298

LACC.8.SL.1.1c

Pose questions that connect the ideas of several speakers and respond to others’ questions and comments with relevant evidence, observations, and ideas.

SE/TE: Speaking and Listening Workshop: Effective Listening and Note-Taking, 272–273; Assessment: Speaking and Listening: Group Discussion, 182, 338, 496, 898; Panel Discussion, 181; Exploring the Big Question, 190; Partner Discussion, 298

LACC.8.SL.1.1d

Acknowledge new information expressed by others, and, when warranted, qualify or justify their own views in light of the evidence presented.

SE/TE: Speaking and Listening: Panel Discussion, 101; Assessment: Speaking and Listening: Group Discussion, 182, 338, 496, 898; Partner Discussion, 298

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LACC.8.SL.1.2

Analyze the purpose of information presented in diverse media and formats (e.g., visually, quantitatively, orally) and evaluate the motives (e.g., social, commercial, political) behind its presentation.

SE/TE: Speaking and Listening Workshop: Effective Listening and Note-Taking, 272–273; Evaluating an Oral Presentation, 424–425; Evaluating Media Messages, 660–661; Class Discussion, 165, 337, 897

LACC.8.SL.1.3

Delineate a speaker’s argument and specific claims, evaluating the soundness of the reasoning and relevance and sufficiency of the evidence and identifying when irrelevant evidence is introduced.

SE/TE: Speaking and Listening Workshop: Effective Listening and Note-Taking, 272–273; Evaluating an Oral Presentation, 424–425; Evaluating Media Messages, 660–661; Writing to Sources: Evaluation, 245; From Text To Topic: Debate, 17; Speaking and Listening: Debate, 651

LACC.8.SL.2 Presentation of Knowledge and Ideas LACC.8.SL.2.4

Present claims and findings, emphasizing salient 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.

SE/TE: Speaking and Listening Workshop: Delivering a Narrative Presentation, 122–123; Delivering a Persuasive Speech Using Multimedia, 834–835; Speaking and Listening: Debate, 651; Oral Presentation, 401, 781; Oral Response, 49; Radio Broadcast, 35; Speech, 255; Skit, 223; Research and Technology: Informal Discussion, 475; Informal Presentation, 153, 489, 859; Informal Speech, 331, 889; Multimedia Presentation, 305, 885; Panel Discussion, 159, 181, 331, 475, 737, 865, 889; Partner Discussion, 450; Class Discussion, 337; Debate, 171; Oral Presentation, 675

LACC.8.SL.2.5

Integrate multimedia and visual displays into presentations to clarify information, strengthen claims and evidence, and add interest.

SE/TE: Speaking and Listening Workshop: Delivering a Persuasive Speech Using Multimedia, 834–835; Research and Technology: Multimedia Presentation, 235; Research Investigate the Topic: Multimedia Presentation, 305, 885; Visual Presentation, 717; Diagram, 741; Fashion Slideshow, 483; Poster Presentation, 865; Speaking and Listening: Oral Presentation, 781

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LACC.8.SL.2.6 Adapt speech to a variety of contexts and tasks, demonstrating command of formal English when indicated or appropriate.

SE/TE: Speaking and Listening Workshops: Delivering a Narrative Presentation, 122–123; Effective Listening and Note-Taking, 272–273; Evaluating an Oral Presentation, 424–425; Delivering a Persuasive Speech Using Multimedia, 834–835; Constructed Response: Speaking and Listening, 137, 287, 439, 675, 849; Speaking and Listening: Debate, 651; Guided Tour, 595; Oral Presentation, 401, 781; Oral Response, 49; Panel Discussion, 101; Poetry Recitation, 375; Radio Broadcast, 35; Skit, 223; Speech, 255; Storytelling Workshop, 793; Collaboration: Group Discussion, 182, 338, 496, 746, 898; Close Reading Workshop: Discuss, 7, 194, 351, 508, 760; Research Investigate the Topic: Informal Presentation, 153, 489, 859; Informal Speech, 331, 889; Multimedia Presentation, 305, 885; Visual Presentation, 717; Research and Technology: Multimedia Presentation, 235

Language LACC.8.L.1 Conventions of Standard English LACC.8.L.1.1

Demonstrate command of the conventions of standard English grammar and usage when writing or speaking.

SE/TE: Conventions, 34, 48, 88, 100, 222, 234, 244, 254, 374, 386, 400, 412, 594, 638, 650, 780, 792, 804, 816; Grammar Application, 35, 49, 89, 101, 223, 235, 245, 255, 375, 387, 401, 413, 595, 639, 651, 781, 793, 805, 817; Writer’s Toolbox: Conventions, 129, 279, 431, 667, 841; Sentence Fluency, 127; Writing an Language Conventions, 135, 285, 437, 637, 847; Close Reading Activities: Conventions, 150, 296, 448, 708, 856; Write: Conventions, 152, 298, 450, 710, 858

LACC.8.L.1.1a

Explain the function of verbals (gerunds, participles, infinitives) in general and their function in particular sentences.

SE/TE: Conventions: Participial and Infinitive Phrases, 638; Grammar Application, 639; Writer’s Toolbox: Revising to Combine Sentences Using Gerunds and Participles, 667; Writing and Language Conventions, 673; Conventions, 669; Grammar, Usage, and Mechanics Handbook, R21

LACC.8.L.1.1b

Form and use verbs in the active and passive voice.

SE/TE: Conventions: Active and Passive Voice, 254; Verb Mood – The Subjunctive, 244; Grammar Application, 245, 255; Close Reading Activities: Conventions, 296

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LACC.8.L.1.1c

Form and use verbs in the indicative, imperative, interrogative, conditional, and subjunctive mood.

SE/TE: Conventions: Verb Mood—The Subjunctive, 244; Types of Sentences, 374; Writer’s Toolbox: Revising Verbs for Mood, 279; Grammar Application, 245, 375; Writing and Language Conventions, 437

LACC.8.L.1.1d

Recognize and correct inappropriate shifts in verb voice and mood.

SE/TE: Conventions: Verb Mood—The Subjunctive, 244; Active and Passive Voice, 254; Types of Sentences, 374; Grammar Application, 245, 255; Writer’s Toolbox: Revising Verbs for Mood, 279

LACC.8.L.1.2

Demonstrate command of the conventions of standard English capitalization, punctuation, and spelling when writing.

SE/TE: Conventions: Nouns, 34; Commas and Semicolons, 792; Ellipses and Dashes, 804; Capitalization, 816; Grammar Application, 35, 793, 805, 817; Focus on Punctuating Dialogue, 131; Focus on Items in a Series, 281; Constructed Response: Analyze Word Choice, 848; Dialogue, 89; Grammar, Usage, and Mechanics Handbook, R23

LACC.8.L.1.2a

Use punctuation (comma, ellipsis, dash) to indicate a pause or break.

SE/TE: Conventions: Commas and Semicolons, 792; Ellipses and Dashes, 804; Grammar Application, 793, 805; Writing to Sources: Poem, 401; Writing and Language Conventions, 847; Conventions, 152, 298, 710, 856, 858; Editing and Proofreading, 281; Grammar, Usage, and Mechanics Handbook, R23

LACC.8.L.1.2b

Use an ellipsis to indicate an omission. SE/TE: Conventions: Ellipses and Dashes, 804; Grammar Application, 805; See also: Writing to Sources: Poem, 401; Craft and Structure, 736

LACC.8.L.1.2c

Spell correctly. SE/TE: Spell Tricky or Difficult Words Correctly, 433; Focus on Spelling Homophones, 843; Editing and Proofreading, lxxviii

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LACC.8.L.2 Knowledge of Language LACC.8.L.2.3

Use knowledge of language and its conventions when writing, speaking, reading, or listening.

SE/TE: Writing Process, 124–131, 274–281, 426–433, 662–669, 836–843; Language Study Workshop, 120–121, 270–271, 422–423, 658–659, 832–833; Language Study, 32, 46, 86, 98, 220, 232, 242, 252, 372, 384, 398, 410, 592, 636, 648, 778, 790, 802, 814; Close Reading Activities: Language Study, 150, 158, 162, 170, 180, 296, 304, 310, 320, 330, 334, 448, 462, 474, 482, 488, 494, 708, 716, 724, 736, 740, 744, 856, 864, 872, 875, 884, 888, 898, 894; Speaking and Listening Workshop, 122–123, 272–273, 424–425, 660–661, 834–835; Constructed Response: Writing, 136, 286, 438, 674, 848; Speaking and Listening, 137, 287, 439, 675, 849

LACC.8.L.2.3a

Use verbs in the active and passive voice and in the conditional and subjunctive mood to achieve particular effects (e.g., emphasizing the actor or the action; expressing uncertainty or describing a state contrary to fact).

SE/TE: Conventions: Verb Mood – The Subjunctive, 244; Active and Passive Voice, 254; Grammar Application, 245, 255; Writer’s Toolbox: Revising Verbs for Mood, 279; Close Reading Activities: Conventions, 296

LACC.8.L.3 Vocabulary Acquisition and Use LACC.8.L.3.4

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.

SE/TE: Language Study Workshop: Using a Dictionary and Thesaurus, 120–121; Word Origins, 270–271; Words with Multiple Meanings, 422–423; Close Reading Activities: Selection Vocabulary, 150, 158, 162, 170, 180, 296, 304, 310, 320, 330, 334, 448, 462, 474, 482, 488, 494, 708, 716, 724, 736, 740, 744, 856, 864, 872, 875, 884, 888, 898, 894; Introducing the Big Question: Vocabulary, 3, 191, 347, 505, 755

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LACC.8.L.3.4a

Use context (e.g., the overall meaning of a sentence or paragraph; a word’s position or function in a sentence) as a clue to the meaning of a word or phrase.

SE/TE: Using Context, 364–365, 369, 371, 373; Context Clues, 376, 377, 381, 384; Language Study Workshop: Word Origins, 270–271; Words with Multiple Meanings, 422–423; Borrowed and Foreign Words, 658–659; Language Study, 296; Assessment, 133, 435; Close Reading Activities: Selection Vocabulary, 150, 158, 162, 170, 180, 296, 304, 310, 320, 330, 334, 448, 462, 474, 482, 488, 494, 708, 716, 724, 736, 740, 744, 856, 864, 872, 875, 884, 888, 898, 894

LACC.8.L.3.4b

Use common, grade-appropriate Greek or Latin affixes and roots as clues to the meaning of a word (e.g., precede, recede, secede).

SE/TE: Prefix, 98, 372, 398, 410, 636; Suffix, 46, 50, 88, 220, 224, 246, 384, 592, 648, 790; Roots, 32, 86, 170, 208, 232, 242, 252, 410, 744, 778, 802, 814, 856; Word Origins, 270–271

LACC.8.L.3.4c

Consult general and specialized reference materials (e.g., dictionaries, glossaries, thesauruses), both print and digital, to find the pronunciation of a word or determine or clarify its precise meaning or its part of speech.

SE/TE: Language Study Workshop: Using a Dictionary and Thesaurus, 120–121; Word Origins, 270–271; Words with Multiple Meanings, 422–423; Borrowed and Foreign Words, 658–659; Introducing the Big Question: Vocabulary, 3, 191, 347, 505, 755; Word Study, 32, 46, 86, 220, 232, 252, 372, 384, 398, 410, 592, 636, 648, 778, 790, 802, 814; Academic Vocabulary, 150, 163, 165, 171, 181, 296, 305, 311, 321, 331, 335, 337, 463, 475, 483, 489, 495, 717, 725, 737, 741, 745, 865, 873, 875, 885, 889, 895, 897; Editing and Proofreading, 433

LACC.8.L.3.4d

Verify the preliminary determination of the meaning of a word or phrase (e.g., by checking the inferred meaning in context or in a dictionary).

SE/TE: Language Study Workshop: Using a Dictionary and Thesaurus, 120–121; Borrowed and Foreign Words, 658–659; Context Clues, 376, 377, 381, 384, 385; Introducing the Big Question: Vocabulary, 3, 191, 347, 505, 755

LACC.8.L.3.5

Demonstrate understanding of figurative language, word relationships, and nuances in word meanings.

SE/TE: Language Study Workshop: Figurative Language, 832–833; Analyzing Poetic Language, 362–363; Sound Devices, 364, 365, 367, 369, 371, 372, 373; Figurative Language, 376, 377, 383, 385; Literary Analysis, 330, 857; Constructed Response, 438, 439, 848; Writing to Sources: Review of a Poem, 413

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LACC.8.L.3.5a

Interpret figures of speech (e.g. verbal irony, puns) in context.

SE/TE: 296, Analyzing Poetic Language, 362–363; Sound Devices, 364, 365, 367, 369, 371, 372, 373; Figurative Language, 376, 377, 383, 385; Imagery, 402, 403, 405, 409, 411; Literary Analysis, 330, 857; Constructed Response, 438, 439, 848; Writing to Sources: Review of a Poem, 413

LACC.8.L.3.5b

Use the relationship between particular words to better understand each of the words.

SE/TE: Synonym, 232; Using Context, 364–365, 371; Paraphrase, 399, 402; Writer’s Toolbox: Brainstorming for Accurate Words, 429; Language Study, 46, 150, 310, 320, 448, 474, 740, 864, 884, 888; Vocabulary, 36, 232, 236, 530, 640, 802, 806; Language Study: Using a Dictionary and Thesaurus, 120–121; Revising, 298

LACC.8.L.3.5c

Distinguish among the connotations (associations) of words with similar denotations (definitions) (e.g., bullheaded, willful, firm, persistent, resolute).

SE/TE: Craft and Structure: Word Choice, 246, 247, 253; Language and Tone, 206; Connotations and Tone, 363; Spiral Review, 367; Writer’s Toolbox: Using the Right Word, 429; Be Aware of Persuasive Appeals and Rhetorical Techniques, 660; Speaking and Listening: Be Dramatic, 834

LACC.8.L.3.6

Acquire and use accurately grade-appropriate general academic and domain-specific words and phrases; gather vocabulary knowledge when considering a word or phrase important to comprehension or expression.

SE/TE: Common Core Workshop: Building Academic Vocabulary, xlvi–lv; Analyzing Arguments, lxiv–lxv; The Art of Argument, lxvi–lxvii; Language Study Workshop, 120–121, 270–271, 422–423, 658–659, 832–833; Language Study, 32, 46, 86, 98, 220, 232, 242, 252, 372, 384, 398, 410, 592, 636, 648, 778, 790, 802, 814; Close Reading Activities: Selection Vocabulary, 150, 158, 162, 170, 180, 296, 304, 310, 320, 330, 334, 448, 462, 474, 482, 488, 494, 708, 716, 724, 736, 740, 744, 856, 864, 872, 875, 884, 888, 898, 894; Introducing the Big Question: Vocabulary, 3, 191, 347, 505, 755

HE.8.C.1.2 Analyze the interrelationship between healthy/unhealthy behaviors and the dimensions of health: physical, mental/emotional, social, and intellectual.

Florida Health and Social Studies Connections: 39-40

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HE.8.C.2.5 Research marketing strategies behind health-related media messages.

Florida Health and Social Studies Connections: 41-42

HE.8.C.3.3

Recommend a variety of technologies to gather health information.

Florida Health and Social Studies Connections: 43-44

HE.8.B.4.1

Illustrate skills necessary for effective communication with family, peers, and others to enhance health.

Florida Health and Social Studies Connections: 45-46

HE.8.B.4.3

Examine the possible causes of conflict among youth in schools and communities.

Florida Health and Social Studies Connections: 47-48

HE.8.B.4.4 Compare and contrast ways to ask for and offer assistance to enhance the health of self and others.

Florida Health and Social Studies Connections: 49-50

HE.8.B.5.1 Determine when health-related situations require the application of a thoughtful prepared plan of action.

Florida Health and Social Studies Connections: 51-52

SS.8.C.1.5

Apply the rights and principles contained in the Constitution and Bill of Rights to the lives of citizens today.

Florida Health and Social Studies Connections: 53-54

SS.8.C.1.6 Evaluate how amendments to the Constitution have expanded voting rights from our nation's early history to present day.

Florida Health and Social Studies Connections: 55-56