10.L.GC.2Syntax for Effect

Expectations

• 10.L.GC.2.a

  Apply understandings of syntax to comprehend, analyze, and evaluate a wide variety of texts, including analyzing instances of parallel structure. (I)

• 10.L.GC.2.b

  Compose texts with varied syntax, reshaping sentences for effect while maintaining consistency of verb tenses, aspects, and moods. (C)

• 10.L.GC.2.c

  Maintain consistent use of active voice throughout a text for deliberate effect. (C)

• 10.L.GC.2.d

  Expand and enrich ideas and information, incorporating details and descriptions to achieve specific purposes or facilitate engagement. (C)

• 10.L.GC.2.e

  Recognize and use parallel structure within a paragraph to create symmetry and convey a congruence of ideas. (C)

Georgia Milestones coverage

• Literature II (EOC) · Language — Constructing Texts

  Grammar Conventions Students observe, analyze, and use the structures and conventions of Standard English grammar, usage, and mechanics as they interpret and construct texts.

  about 13% of the test · 8 points These points are shared with other standards, so count them once and never add them up per standard.

What mastery looks like

Georgia's Achievement Level Descriptors. The levels are cumulative: each includes the ones before it. Proficient is on grade level.

Beginning

Recognize parallel structure.

Developing

Compose a paragraph with varied syntax. Compose a paragraph with varied sentences that maintain consistency of verb tenses. Use active voice in a sentence. Determine when a sentence within a text should be revised to expand and enrich ideas and information by incorporating details and descriptions. Use parallel structure by combining sentences to create symmetry.

Proficient

Apply understandings of syntax to comprehend, analyze, and evaluate a wide variety of texts, including analyzing instances of parallel structure. Compose a section of text using varied syntax and reshaping sentences for effect while maintaining consistency of verb tenses, aspects, and moods. Maintain consistent use of active voice in a section of text for deliberate effect. Expand and enrich ideas and information, incorporating details and descriptions to achieve specific purposes or facilitate engagement. Recognize and use parallel structure within a paragraph to create symmetry and convey a congruence of ideas.

Distinguished

Strategically compose a text using varied syntax, reshaping sentences for effect while maintaining consistency of verb tenses, aspects, and mood. Maintain consistent use of active voice throughout a text for deliberate effect.

The same standard across grades

1. Kindergarten · K.L.GC.2

   Syntax Recognize and compose coherent sentences that express complete thoughts.

2. Grade 1 · 1.L.GC.2

   Syntax Recognize and compose coherent sentences that express complete thoughts.

3. Grade 2 · 2.L.GC.2

   Syntax Recognize and compose coherent sentences that express complete thoughts.

4. Grade 3 · 3.L.GC.2

   Syntax Apply understandings of sentence structure to comprehend and compose varied sentences.

5. Grade 4 · 4.L.GC.2

   Syntax Apply understandings of sentence structure to comprehend and compose varied sentences.

6. Grade 5 · 5.L.GC.2

   Syntax Apply understandings of sentence structure to comprehend and compose varied sentences.

7. Grade 6 · 6.L.GC.2

   Syntax Apply understanding of syntax to comprehend, analyze, condense, and combine ideas and information, enhancing clarity, style, and meaning.

8. Grade 7 · 7.L.GC.2

   Syntax Apply understanding of syntax to comprehend, analyze, condense, and combine ideas and information, enhancing clarity, style, and meaning.

9. Grade 8 · 8.L.GC.2

   Syntax Apply understanding of syntax to comprehend, analyze, condense, and combine ideas and information, enhancing clarity, style, and meaning.

10. Grade 9 · 9.L.GC.2

    Syntax Apply understanding of syntax to comprehend, analyze, evaluate, craft, and reshape sentences to achieve desired effects.

11. Grade 10 · 10.L.GC.2 (this standard)

    Syntax Apply understanding of syntax to comprehend, analyze, evaluate, craft, and reshape sentences to achieve desired effects.

12. Grade 11 · 11.L.GC.2

    Syntax Apply understanding of syntax to comprehend, analyze, evaluate, craft, and reshape sentences to achieve desired effects.

13. Grade 12 · 12.L.GC.2

    Syntax Apply understanding of syntax to comprehend, analyze, evaluate, craft, and reshape sentences to achieve desired effects.