Draw evidence from literary or informational texts to support analysis, reflection, and research, applying grade-level reading standards for literature and literary nonfiction.

• E08.E.1.1.1 - Introduce text(s) for the intended audience, state an opinion and/or topic, establish a situation, and create an organizational structure in which ideas are logically grouped to support the writer’s purpose.


• E08.E.1.1.2 - Develop the analysis using relevant evidence from text(s) to support claims, opinions, ideas, and inferences and demonstrating an understanding of the text(s).


• E08.E.1.1.3 - Use appropriate and varied transitions to create cohesion and clarify the relationships among ideas and concepts.


• E08.E.1.1.4 - Use precise language and domain-specific vocabulary to inform about or explain the topic and/or convey the experience and events.


• E08.E.1.1.5 - Establish and maintain a formal style.


• E08.E.1.1.6 - Provide a concluding section that follows from and supports the analysis presented.