L.8.5
Demonstrate understanding of figurative language, word relationships, and nuances in word meanings.
Cluster L.8.CVocabulary Acquisition and Use
How this standard develops across Grades 6–8
The ELA strands share anchor standards, so the same skill appears at each grade with rising demand. Here is the full arc.
- L.6.5Grade 6: Demonstrate understanding of figurative language, word relationships, and nuances in word meanings.
- L.7.5Grade 7: Demonstrate understanding of figurative language, word relationships, and nuances in word meanings.
- L.8.5Grade 8: Demonstrate understanding of figurative language, word relationships, and nuances in word meanings.
Where this sits in the school year
Our Grade 8 English Language Arts scope and sequence teaches L.8.5 in Unit 2: Character, Craft and Structure, weeks 5–8.
How dialogue and incidents propel a story; word choice, tone, and figurative language; comparing the structure of two texts. See the full pacing guide →
Teaching Kits for this standard
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