| 1.7 Characteristics and Functions of the
English Language |
1.7 Grade 3
(Characteristics and Functions) |
1.7 Grade 5
(Characteristics and Functions) |
1.7 Grade 8
(Characteristics and Functions) |
1.7 Grade 11
(Characteristics and Functions) |
| A. Word origins | A. Identify words from other languages that are commonly used English words. | A. Identify words from other languages that are commonly used English words. Use a dictionary to find the meaning and origin of these words. | A. Describe the origins and meanings of common, learned, and foreign words used frequently in English language (e.g., carte blanche, faux pas). | A. Describe the influence of historical events on the English language. |
| B. Variations in language | B. Identify variations in the dialogues of literary characters and relate them to differences in occupation or geographical location. | B. Identify differences in formal and informal speech (e.g., dialect, slang, and jargon). | B. Analyze the role and place of standard American English in speech, writing, and literature. | B. Analyze when differences in language are a source of negative or positive stereotypes among groups. |
| C. Change in language over time | C. Identify word meanings that have changed over time (e.g., cool, mouse). | C. Identify new words that have been added to the English language over time. | C. Explain and evaluate the role and influence of the English language within and across countries. |