Universal Language of Literacy Flashcard

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What does it mean to compare something according to the 'Universal Language of Literacy Cards'?

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To note similarities.

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CCSS.L.9-10.4C

CCSS.L.8.4C

CCSS.L.11-12.4C

CCSS.L.7.4C

CCSS.L.6.4C

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What is an argument as defined in the 'Universal Language of Literacy Cards'?

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Words presented with the aim of persuading thought or action.

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What does it mean to analyze something according to the 'Universal Language of Literacy Cards'?

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To separate into its constituent elements or parts.

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CCSS.W.9-10.2D

CCSS.W.8.2D

CCSS.L.8.6

CCSS.L.9-10.6

CCSS.W.11-12.2D

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What does the term 'theme' refer to in a text?

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A message conveyed to the reader in a text; akin to central idea.

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CCSS.RL.9-10.2

CCSS.RI. 9-10.9

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RI.11-12.9

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What does the term 'citation' refer to as per the 'Universal Language of Literacy Cards'?

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The exact location of a quotation or reference from a text.

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CCSS.RL.9-10.9

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RL.4.1

CCSS.RI.3.5

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What is the definition of 'literacy'?

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The ability to read and write effectively.

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CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.11-12.4

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What does 'context' mean in relation to a text?

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The circumstances or setting surrounding a text that influence its meaning.

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CCSS.RI.2.5

CCSS.RI.1.5

CCSS.RI.K.5

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What is a 'central idea' in a text?

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The main point or message that the author wants to convey.

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CCSS.RL.9-10.2

CCSS.RI. 9-10.2

CCSS.RI.8.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

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What does it mean to 'summarize' a text?

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To provide a brief statement of the main points of the text.

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CCSS.RL.9-10.2

CCSS.RI. 9-10.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RI.8.2

CCSS.RI.7.2

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What is 'tone' in literature?

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The author's attitude toward the subject, conveyed through word choice and style.

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CCSS.L.6.3A

CCSS.L.6.3B

CCSS.L.5.3A

CCSS.L.4.3A

CCSS.L.3.3A