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ELA Scope and Sequence
Ficken Audited 5/9/25
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9th Grade
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MLSItem SpecificationsPriority StandardsMAP/EOC AssessmentsMO LEAP Blocks
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Unit 1: Short StoryUnit 2: The OdysseyUnit 3: PoetryUnit 5: Romeo and JulietUnit 4: Maze RunnerUnit 6: Non-Fiction
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1st Semester1st Semester1st Semester2nd Semester2nd Semester2nd Semester
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I can determine the meaning of words and phrases as they are used in the text. (RL.1.B)
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I can analyze a case in which recognizing point of view. (RL.2.B)I can use appropriate text; determine two or more themes in a text. (RL.1.D)I can cite relevant and thorough textual evidence to support analysis of what the text says. (RL.1.A)I can delineate a speaker’s argument and claims, evaluating the speaker’s point of view, reasoning, and evidence in order to propel conversations. (SL.1.B)
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I can explain two or more central/main ideas in a text; analyze their development throughout the text. (RI.1.D)I can gather relevant information from multiple authoritative print and digital sources. (W.1.A.b)I can analyze word choice. (RL.2.C)I can analyze how characters develop over course of a text. (RL.2.D)I can analyze a case in which recognizing point of view. (RL.2.B)I can review, revise, and edit writing for punctuation. (W.3.A.c)
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I can evaluate two or more texts to develop similar ideas and topics. (RI.3.B)I can conduct research to answer a question. (W.1.A.a)I can review, revise, and edit for precise word choice. (W.3.A.b)I can respond thoughtfully to diverse perspectives including those presented in diverse media. (SL.1.C)
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I can review, revise, and edit writing with consideration for organization. (W.3.A.a)
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I can analyze how characters develop over course of a text. (RL.2.D)
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I can follow a writing process to produce clear and coherent writing. (W.2.A)I can analyze an author’s word choice. (RI.2.C)
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I can evaluate an author’s argument and reasoning for effectiveness. (RI.2.D)
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9-10.RL.1.B Determine the meaning of words and phrases as they are used in the text, including figurative and connotative meanings using context, affixes, or reference materials
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9-10.RL.2.B Analyze how point of view is reflected in the characters, setting, and plot9-10.RL.1.D Using appropriate text, determine two or more themes in a text, analyze their development throughout the text and relate the themes to life experiences; provide an objective and concise summary of the text9-10.RI.1.B Determine the meaning of words and phrases as they are used in the text, including figurative, connotative and content-specific meanings using context, affixes, or reference materials9-10.RL.3.A Analyze multiple performances of a story, drama or poem, evaluating how each version interprets the source text9-10.RL.1.A Draw conclusions, infer, and analyze by citing relevant and thorough textual evidence to support analysis of what the text says explicitly as well as inferences drawn from the text9-10.SL.1.B Delineate a speaker’s argument and claims, evaluating the speaker’s point of view, reasoning and evidence in order to propel conversations by posing and responding to questions that relate the current discussion to broader themes or larger ideas; actively incorporate others into the discussion; and clarify, verify, or challenge ideas and conclusions
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9-10.RI.1.D Explain two or more central/main ideas in a text, analyze their development throughout the text and explain the significance of the central ideas; provide an objective and concise summary of the text 9-10.W.1.A.b Gather relevant information from multiple authoritative print and digital sources, using advanced searches effectively; assess the usefulness of each source in answering the research question; integrate information into the text selectively to maintain the flow of ideas, avoiding plagiarism and following a standard format for citation9-10.RL.2.C Analyze the cumulative impact of specific word choices and syntax on meaning and tone9-10.RL.2.D Analyze how complex characters develop over the course of a text to advance the plot and develop the theme9-10.RL.2.B Analyze how point of view is reflected in the characters, setting, and plot9-10.RI.2.B Analyze how an author uses rhetoric to advance point of view or purpose in an informational text
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9-10.W.2.A Follow a writing process to produce clear and coherent writing in which the development, organization, style and voice are appropriate to the task, purpose and audience; self-select and blend (when appropriate) previously learned narrative, expository and argumentative writing techniques
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9-10.RI.3.B Evaluate how effectively two or more texts develop similar ideas/topics 9-10.W.1.A.a Conduct research to answer a question (including a self generated question) or solve a problem; narrow or broaden the inquiry when appropriate; gather multiple relevant, credible sources, print and digital; integrate information using a standard citation system9-10.W.3.A.b Review, revise, and edit writing with consideration for the task, purpose and audience; Word choice, syntax and style: Choose precise language and make syntactical choices to reflect an understanding of how language contributes to meaning9-10.SL.1.C Respond thoughtfully to diverse perspectives including those presented in diverse media, summarize points of agreement and disagreement, resolve contradictions when possible and determine what additional information or research is needed9-10.W.3.A.c Review, revise, and edit writing with consideration for the task, purpose and audience; Conventions of standard English and usage: Demonstrate a command of the conventions of standard English grammar and usage, including spelling and punctuation
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9-10.W.2.A Follow a writing process to produce clear and coherent writing in which the development, organization, style and voice are appropriate to the task, purpose and audience; self-select and blend (when appropriate) previously learned narrative, expository and argumentative writing techniques9-10.W.3.A.d Review, revise, and edit writing with consideration for the task, purpose and audience; Use a variety of appropriate transitions to clarify relationships, connect ideas and claims, and signal time shifts
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9-10.RL.2.D Analyze how complex characters develop over the course of a text to advance the plot and develop the theme9-10.RI.2.D Evaluate an author’s argument, assessing whether the reasoning is valid and the evidence is relevant and sufficient; identify false statements and fallacious reasoning
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9-10.RL.3.B Explain how and why an author alludes to or transforms source material within his or her text9-10.RL.3.D Read and comprehend literature, including stories, dramas and poems, independently and proficiently9-10.RI.1.C Interpret visual elements of a text including those from different media and draw conclusions from them (when applicable)
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9-10.RL.1.C Interpret visual elements of a text and draw conclusions from them (when applicable)9-10.RL.1.C Interpret visual elements of a text and draw conclusions from them (when applicable)9-10.RL.1.C Interpret visual elements of a text and draw conclusions from them (when applicable)9-10.RL.1.C Interpret visual elements of a text and draw conclusions from them (when applicable)9-10.RL.1.C Interpret visual elements of a text and draw conclusions from them (when applicable)9-10.RI.2.A Analyze how an author’s choices concerning how to structure a text or sequence information impact the reader
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9-10.RL.3.B Explain how and why an author alludes to or transforms source material within his or her text9-10.W.3.A.e Review, revise, and edit writing with consideration for the task, purpose and audience; Use technology, including the internet, to produce, publish and update individual or shared writing products, taking advantage of technology’s capacity to link to other information and to display information flexibly and dynamically9-10.RL.2.A Analyze how an author’s choices concerning how to structure a text, order events or manipulate time impact the reader9-10.RL.2.A Analyze how an author’s choices concerning how to structure a text, order events or manipulate time impact the reader9-10.RI.3.A Analyze how similar ideas or topics are portrayed in different media formats
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9-10.RI.3.C Analyze how multiple texts reflect the historical and/or cultural contexts
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9-10.RI.3.D Read and comprehend informational text independently and proficiently
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9-10.SL.1.A Work with peers to set rules for collegial discussions and decision making, clear goals, deadlines, and individual roles as needed
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9-10.SL.2.A Speak audibly and to the point, using conventions of language as appropriate to task, purpose and audience when presenting including appropriate volume, clear articulation, and accurate pronunciation at an understandable pace, avoiding verbal filler that might be distracting to listeners9-10.SL.2.A Speak audibly and to the point, using conventions of language as appropriate to task, purpose and audience when presenting including appropriate volume, clear articulation, and accurate pronunciation at an understandable pace, avoiding verbal filler that might be distracting to listeners
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9-10.SL.2.B Make consistent eye contact with a range of listeners when speaking, using effective gestures to communicate a clear viewpoint and engage listeners; avoid body language or mannerisms that might be distracting to the audience9-10.SL.2.B Make consistent eye contact with a range of listeners when speaking, using effective gestures to communicate a clear viewpoint and engage listeners; avoid body language or mannerisms that might be distracting to the audience
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9-10.SL.2.C Plan and deliver appropriate presentations concisely and logically based on the task, audience and purpose, making strategic use of multimedia in presentations to enhance understanding of findings, reasoning, and evidence and to add interest
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