Academic Standard
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 words with multiple meanings and language that is stylistically poignant and engaging.
Initiative:
Tennessee State Standards
Framework:
English/Language Arts
Type:
Standard
Code:
TSS.ELA.11-12.RL.CS.4
Grade range:
11 to 12
Groupings:
Cornerstone = Interpret words and phrases as they are used in a text, including technical, connotative, and figurative meanings, and analyze how specific word choices shape meaning or tone.
Cornerstone = Interpret words and phrases as they are used in a text, including technical, connotative, and figurative meanings, and analyze how specific word choices shape meaning or tone.
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