Demonstrate understanding of figurative language, word relationships, and nuances in word meanings.
Informational Text
Vocabulary Acquisition and Use
Demonstrate understanding of vocabulary and figurative language in informational texts.
Pennsylvania DOE
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2018-10-14 21:37:12
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- This standard is part of: E08.B-V.4.1
- This standard is derived from: CCSS.ELA-Literacy.L.8.5
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2017-10-02 17:23:39
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