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Advanced Vocabulary Strategies

5th Grade · Reading · Easy · about 10 minutes

L.5.4 | Advanced Vocabulary Strategies - Easy level

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Standards referenced

• CCSS.ELA-Literacy.L.5.5 — Demonstrate understanding of figurative language, word relationships, and nuances in word meanings.
• CCSS.ELA-Literacy.L.5.6 — Acquire and use accurately grade-appropriate general academic and domain-specific words and phrases, including those that signal contrast, addition, a
• CCSS.ELA-Literacy.RL.5.4 — Determine the meaning of words and phrases as they are used in a text, including figurative language such as metaphors and similes.

A standards reference identifies a related skill. It does not certify complete instruction or assessment coverage.

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• Comparing and Contrasting Characters
• Analyzing Multiple Accounts
• Text Structure: Compare/Contrast
• Integrating Information Across Sources
• Figurative Language and Imagery
• Drawing Conclusions
• Author's Argument and Evidence

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