Standard #: ELA.6.C.1.3


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Write and support a claim using logical reasoning, relevant evidence from sources, elaboration, and a logical organizational structure with varied transitions.


Clarifications


Clarification 1: See Writing Types and Elaborative Techniques.

General Information

Subject Area: English Language Arts (B.E.S.T.)
Grade: 6
Strand: Communication
Standard: Communicating Through Writing
Date Adopted or Revised: 08/20
Status: State Board Approved

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Related Access Points

Access Point Number Access Point Title
ELA.6.C.1.AP.3 Make and support a claim using logical reasoning, relevant evidence from a source(s), elaboration and a logical organizational structure with transitions.


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Original Student Tutorials

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