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Precise Language and Conciseness

8th Grade · English · Easy · about 10 minutes

L.8.3a | Precise Language and Conciseness - Easy level

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Standards referenced

• CCSS.ELA-Literacy.L.8.5 — Demonstrate understanding of figurative language, word relationships, and nuances in word meanings.
• CCSS.ELA-Literacy.W.8.3 — Write narratives to develop real or imagined experiences or events using effective technique, relevant descriptive details, and well-structured event
• CCSS.ELA-Literacy.W.8.6 — Use technology, including the Internet, to produce and publish writing and present the relationships between information and ideas efficiently as well

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

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