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SL.8.4 (English Language Arts)


Standard Identifier: SL.8.4
Content Area: English Language Arts
Grade: 8
Subject Area: English Language Arts (6–12)
Domain: Speaking and Listening
Cluster: Presentation of Knowledge and Ideas

Standard:
Present claims and findings (e.g., argument, narrative, response to literature presentations), emphasizing salient points in a focused, coherent manner with relevant evidence, sound valid reasoning, and well-chosen details; use appropriate eye contact, adequate volume, and clear pronunciation. CA a. Plan and present a narrative that: establishes a context and point of view, presents a logical sequence, uses narrative techniques (e.g., dialogue, pacing, description, sensory language), uses a variety of transitions, and provides a conclusion that reflects the experience. CA

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