3.L.GC.2Varied Sentence Structure

Expectations

• 3.L.GC.2.a

  Distinguish between correctly structured simple, compound, and complex sentences. (I)

• 3.L.GC.2.b

  Use a variety of simple, compound, and complex sentences to strengthen clarity and coherence, establishing consistent verb tense within and between sentences. (C)

• 3.L.GC.2.c

  Use correct subject-verb agreement in a variety of sentences. (C)

• 3.L.GC.2.d

  Elaborate on ideas and information, using adjectives and adverbs when incorporating details and descriptions to convey precise meaning. (C)

• 3.L.GC.2.e

  This progression begins in 9th grade.

Georgia Milestones coverage

• English Language Arts Grade 3 (EOG) · 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 20% of the test · 12 points These points are shared with other standards, so count them once and never add them up per standard.

• English Language Arts Grade 3 (EOG) · Language — Interpreting 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 10% of the test · 6 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

Use correct verb tense within a simple and/or compound sentence to provide clarity. Use correct subject-verb agreement in a simple or compound sentence.

Developing

Use consistent verb tense within a complex sentence to strengthen clarity and provide coherence. Use correct subject-verb agreement in a complex sentence. Use adjectives and adverbs when incorporating details and descriptions to develop idea(s).

Proficient

Distinguish between correctly structured simple, compound, and complex sentences. Use a variety of simple, compound, and complex sentences to strengthen clarity and coherence, establishing consistent verb tense within and between sentences. Use correct subject-verb agreement in a variety of sentences. Elaborate on ideas and information, using adjectives and adverbs when incorporating details and descriptions to convey precise meaning.

Distinguished

Use a variety of simple, compound, and complex sentences to strengthen clarity and coherence, establishing consistent verb tense throughout a text. Use correct subject-verb agreement within and between paragraphs.

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 (this standard)

   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

    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.