Vocabulary Acquisition and Use
4. Determine or clarify the meaning of unknown and multiple-meaning words and phrases by using context clues, analyzing meaningful word parts, and consulting general and specialized reference materials, as appropriate.
5. Demonstrate understanding of figurative language, word relationships, and nuances in word meanings.
6. Acquire and use accurately a range of general academic and domain-specific words and phrases sufficient for reading, writing, speaking, and listening at the college and career readiness level; demonstrate independence in gathering vocabulary knowledge when encountering an unknown term important to comprehension or expression.
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Note: For the complete Common Core State Standards document, please visit corestandards.org.
Indexes Cross-Referencing Your State Standards
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Alaska, Grade 3
Alaska, Grade 4
Alaska, Grade 5
Arizona, Grade 3
Arizona, Grade 4
Arizona, Grade 5
Arkansas, Grade 3
Arkansas, Grade 4
Arkansas, Grade 5
Colorado, Grade 3
Colorado, Grade 4
Colorado, Grade 5
Florida, Grade 3
Florida, Grade 4
Florida, Grade 5
Georgia, Grade 3
Georgia, Grade 4
Georgia, Grade 5
Indiana, Grade 3
Indiana, Grade 4
Indiana, Grade 5
Iowa, Grade 3
Iowa, Grade 4
Iowa, Grade 5
Kansas, Grade 3
Kansas, Grade 4
Kansas, Grade 5
Louisiana, Grade 3
Louisiana, Grade 4
Louisiana, Grade 5
Maryland, Grade 3