Grade 7
Other North Dakota English Language Arts sets
Other North Dakota English Language Arts sets
Seventh Grade
Communication
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Presentational Communication
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Construct and deliver formal and informal presentations considering the audience and purpose using multimedia components when appropriate.7.C.1
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Present ideas using proper eye contact, body language, volume, and pronunciation in formal and informal presentations.7.C.2
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Covered at the K-5 level.7.C.3
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Covered at the K-5 level.7.C.4
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Collaboration
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Prepare for discussions by finding relevant and specific connections to the topic or text.7.C.5
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Engage in a range of discussions and/or debates.7.C.6
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Use active listening skills to stay focused and present.7.C.6.a
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Reference others' ideas and/or connections to a text.7.C.6.b
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Collaborate cooperatively with peers to accomplish a common goal or purpose.7.C.7
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Reading
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Comprehension
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Covered at the K-5 level.7.R.1
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Comprehend a variety of texts while developing inferences and providing supportive textual evidence and reasoning.7.R.2
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Summarize and/or paraphrase nonfiction texts objectively, including relevant details and avoiding unnecessary information.7.R.3.A
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Summarize and/or paraphrase literary texts objectively, including relevant details and avoiding unnecessary information.7.R.3.B
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Determine main idea(s), claim(s), or theme(s) and provide supporting textual evidence and reasoning.7.R.4
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Determine the meaning and purpose of words and phrases as they contribute to the text, including figurative, denotative, and connotative meanings.7.R.5
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Text Analysis
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Analyze the structure an author uses to organize a text, including how the major sections or stanzas contribute to the whole and the development of ideas, and the overall purpose of the text.7.R.6
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Analyze how an author uses figurative language and specific word choice to affect the meaning in a text .7.R.7
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Analyze a variety of fiction texts using textual evidence for support.7.R.8
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Analyze how the characters and plot develop over the course of a text and contribute to the development of the theme(s).7.R.8.a
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Analyze the point of view and describe how it affects the story.7.R.8.b
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Describe how multiple works or genres address the same topic.7.R.8.c
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Describe how an author's background or the time period affects the telling of a story.7.R.8.d
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Analyze a variety of nonfiction texts using textual evidence for support.7.R.9
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Identify the author's point of view and purpose and analyze how it influences the meaning of the text.7.R.9.a
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Analyze how various authors present information on similar topics.7.R.9.b
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Writing
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Text Types and Structure
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Produce clear and coherent writing organized according to the task, purpose, and audience.7.W.1
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Write using a clear organizational structure incorporating an introduction, transitions, body paragraph(s), and a conclusion appropriate to the task.7.W.2
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Write using informative/explanatory techniques to examine and convey complex ideas, concepts, and information utilizing different mediums when appropriate.7.W.3
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Write using argumentative techniques to develop claims using supportive evidence and logical reasoning, acknowledging counterclaims when applicable.7.W.4
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Write using narrative techniques to develop real or imagined experiences or events using well-chosen details and structured event sequences.7.W.5
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Writing Process and Craft
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Develop and strengthen writing by planning, drafting, revising, and editing to address specific purposes for the genre and audience.7.W.6
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Produce writing that uses intentional word choice and voice to match the writing purpose.7.W.7
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Language Usage
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Apply language knowledge for a specific task, purpose, intention, and audience, resolving issues of usage as needed.7.L.1
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Use simple, compound, and complex sentences to add variety and interest.7.L.1.a
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Recognize and correct inappropriate fragments and run-ons.7.L.1.b
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Use varying forms of punctuation accurately.7.L.1.c
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Follow agreement rules (e.g., subject/verb and pronoun/antecedent).7.L.1.d
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Follow standard grammar conventions mastered in previous grades.7.L.1.e
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Inquiry And Research
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Develop a research question based on a given topic, problem, or need.7.IR.1
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Locate relevant information from a variety of credible sources.7.IR.2
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Organize main concepts from provided and self-selected sources using given and self-generated notetaking strategies.7.IR.3
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Analyze information from credible sources considering multiple perspectives and identifying biases.7.IR.4
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Integrate information from sources using a standardized format.7.IR.5
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Reference sources when quoting, paraphrasing, and/or summarizing to avoid plagiarism.7.IR.5.a
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Generate a citation/bibliography page using a standardized format.7.IR.5.b
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Frequently asked questions
- What grade levels do these standards cover?
- Grade 7
- When were these standards adopted?
- 2023
- Where can I read the official document?
- North Dakota English Language Arts Content Standards
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