Grammar 1.3 Identify and use regular and irregular verbs, adverbs, prepositions, and coordinating conjunctions in writing and speaking. Punctuation 1.4 Use parentheses, commas in direct quotations, and apostrophes in the possessive case of nouns and in contractions. 1.5 Use underlining, quotation marks, or italics to identify titles of documents. Capitalization 1.6 Capitalize names of magazines, newspapers, works of art, musical compositions, organizations, and the first word in quotations when appropriate. Spelling 1.7 Spell correctly roots, inflections, suffixes and prefixes, and syllable constructions.
Students listen critically and respond appropriately to oral communication.
They speak in a manner that guides the listener to understand important ideas by using proper phrasing, pitch, and modulation. Comprehension 1.1 Ask thoughtful questions and respond to relevant questions with appropriate elaboration in oral settings. 1.2 Summarize major ideas and supporting evidence presented in spoken messages and formal presentations. 1.4 Give precise directions and instructions. Organization and Delivery of Oral Communication 1.5 Present effective introductions and conclusions that guide and inform the listener's understanding of important ideas and evidence.