Common Core: Language
4.L.4b
Use common, grade-appropriate Greek and Latin affixes and roots as clues to the meaning of a word (e.g., telegraph, photograph, autograph).
October 1, 20184.L.1d
Order adjectives within sentences according to conventional patterns (e.g., a small red bag rather than a red small bag).
October 1, 20183.L.4
Determine or clarify the meaning of unknown and multiple-meaning word and phrases based on grade 3 reading and content, choosing flexibly from a range of strategies.
October 1, 20183.L.4b
Determine the meaning of the new word formed when a known affix is added to a known word (e.g., agreeable/disagreeable, comfortable/uncomfortable, care/careless, heat/preheat).
October 1, 20183.L.4c
Use a known root word as a clue to the meaning of an unknown word with the same root (e.g., company, companion).
October 1, 20183.L.4d
Use glossaries or beginning dictionaries, both print and digital, to determine or clarify the precise meaning of key words and phrases.
October 1, 20183.L.5
Demonstrate understanding of figurative language, word relationships and nuances in word meanings.
October 1, 20183.L.5a
Distinguish the literal and nonliteral meanings of words and phrases in context (e.g., take steps).
October 1, 20183.L.5b
Identify real-life connections between words and their use (e.g., describe people who are friendly or helpful).
October 1, 2018