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substantial emphasis on readers figuring out a high quality text.

A first reading is about figuring out what a text says. It is purely an issue of reading comprehension.

What literary devices were used and how effective were they?

Through reading a diverse array of classic and contemporary literature as well as challenging informational texts in a range of subjects, students are expected to build knowledge, gain insights, explore possibilities, and broaden their perspective.

The ability to write logical arguments based on substantive claims, sound reasoning, and relevant

evidence is a cornerstone of the writing standards, with opinion writing—a basic form of argument—extending down into the earliest grades.