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Common Core State Standards for English Language Arts Grades 9-10
correlated to
Edge Levels A, B, and C
National Geographic School Publishing/Hampton-Brown
Common Core State Standards for English Language Arts Grades 9-10
correlated to
Edge Level A
National Geographic School Publishing/Hampton-Brown
Common Core State Standards for English Language Arts Grades 9-10
correlated to Edge Level A
National Geographic School Publishing/Hampton-Brown
Common Core State Standards Grades 9-10
Edge Level A Teacher’s Edition Page References
Reading Standards for Literature
Key Ideas and Details 1. Cite strong and thorough textual evidence to support analysis of what the text says explicitly as well as inferences drawn from the text.
Edge Level A TE Page References: T41, T61, T64, T174, T179, T182, T183, T184, T185, T186, T187, T188, T189, T201, T204, T205, T206, T207, T208, T209, T211, T213, T214, T215, T216, T217, T218, T225, T228, T229, T231, T232, T233, T234, T235, T236, T237, T239, T240, T241, T242, T243, T244, T308, T326, T365, T413, T540, T544, T561, T564, T577, T582
2. Determine a theme or central idea of a text and analyze in detail its development over the course of the text, including how it emerges and is shaped and refined by specific details; provide an objective summary of the text.
Edge Level A TE Page References: T218, T244, T352, T355, T359, T360, T361, T362, T363, T364, T365, T379, T382, T383, T385, T386, T387, T389, T403, T406, T410, T412, T413
3. Analyze how complex characters (e.g., those with multiple or conflicting motivations) develop over the course of a text, interact with other characters, and advance the plot or develop the theme.
Edge Level A TE Page References: T29, T32, T33, T34, T35, T37, T38, T40, T41, T56, T57, T58, T59, T379
Craft and Structure 4. Determine the meaning of words and phrases as they are used in the text, including figurative and connotative meanings; analyze the cumulative impact of specific word choices on meaning and tone (e.g., how the language evokes a sense of time and place; how it sets a formal or informal tone).
Edge Level A TE Page References: T324, T325, T326, T374, T525, T576, T578, T581, T582, T585, T664
5. Analyze how an author’s choices concerning how to structure a text, order events within it (e.g., parallel plots), and manipulate time (e.g., pacing, flashbacks) create such effects as mystery, tension, or surprise.
Edge Level A TE Page References: T12, T13, T17, T53, T60, T251, T308, T398, T406, T421
6. Analyze a particular point of view or cultural experience reflected in a work of literature from outside the United States, drawing on a wide reading of world literature.
Edge Level A TE Page References: T54, T63, T581 Also see U.S. authors born outside the United States: T180, T240, T404, T580 Teachers may also use Edge Library selections: T1D, T83C, T169C, T263D, T437D
Common Core Gr. 9-10 correlated to Edge A A-1 NGSP.com / 888.915.3276
Common Core State Standards Grades 9-10
Edge Level A Teacher’s Edition Page References
Integration of Knowledge and Ideas 7. Analyze the representation of a subject or a key scene in two different artistic mediums, including what is emphasized or absent in each treatment (e.g., Auden’s “Musée des Beaux Arts” and Breughel’s Landscape with the Fall of Icarus).
Edge Level A TE Page References: T11, T31, T55, T171, T181, T203, T211, T227, T265, T310, T327, T357, T381, T405, T546
9. Analyze how an author draws on and transforms source material in a specific work (e.g., how Shakespeare treats a theme or topic from Ovid or the Bible or how a later author draws on a play by Shakespeare).
Edge Level A TE Page References: This objective is not addressed directly in this level of Edge.
Range of Reading and Level of Text Complexity 10. By the end of grade 9, read and comprehend literature, including stories, dramas, and poems, in the grades 9–10 text complexity band proficiently, with scaffolding as needed at the high end of the range.
By the end of grade 10, read and comprehend literature, including stories, dramas, and poems, at the high end of the grades 9–10 text complexity band independently and proficiently.
Edge Level A TE Page References: T3, T8, T28, T52, T62, T87, T173, T178, T200, T215, T224, T240, T241, T267, T301, T324, T349, T354, T378, T402, T441, T519, T526, T541, T550, T562, T576, T578, T580 Teachers may also use Edge Library selections: T1C, T1D, T83C, T83D, T169C, T169D, T263C, T263D, T346C, T346D, T437C, T437D, T515C, T515D
Reading Standards for Informational Text
Key Ideas and Details 1. Cite strong and thorough textual evidence to support analysis of what the text says explicitly as well as inferences drawn from the text.
Edge Level A TE Page References: T22, T46, T103, T108, T123, T128, T145, T149, T190, T191, T192, T193, T194, T218, T281, T286, T301, T323, T372, T389, T396, T418, T453, T458, T471, T476, T489, T496
2. Determine a central idea of a text and analyze its development over the course of the text, including how it emerges and is shaped and refined by specific details; provide an objective summary of the text.
Edge Level A TE Page References: T366, T369, T370, T371, T372, T396, T454, T471, T489, T496
3. Analyze how the author unfolds an analysis or series of ideas or events, including the order in which the points are made, how they are introduced and developed, and the connections that are drawn between them.
Edge Level A TE Page References: T271, T293, T296, T297, T299, T301, T302, T304, T307, T308, T315, T318, T319, T320, T321, T322, T323, T368, T369, T370, T372, T454
Common Core Gr. 9-10 correlated to Edge A A-2 NGSP.com / 888.915.3276
Common Core State Standards Grades 9-10
Edge Level A Teacher’s Edition Page References
Craft and Structure 4. Determine the meaning of words and phrases as they are used in a text, including figurative, connotative, and technical meanings; analyze the cumulative impact of specific word choices on meaning and tone (e.g., how the language of a court opinion differs from that of a newspaper).
Edge Level A TE Page References: T93, T109, T111, T131, T129, T130, T461, T478, T499, T585, T663, T664
5. Analyze in detail how an author’s ideas or claims are developed and refined by particular sentences, paragraphs, or larger portions of a text (e.g., a section or chapter).
Edge Level A TE Page References: T393, T395, T396, T450, T451, T452, T453, T455, T456, T457, T468, T469, T470, T472, T474, T476, T487
6. Determine an author’s point of view or purpose in a text and analyze how an author uses rhetoric to advance that point of view or purpose.
Edge Level A TE Page References: T90, T91, T111, T315, T322, T490, T492, T493, T495, T496, T761
Integration of Knowledge and Ideas 7. Analyze various accounts of a subject told in different mediums (e.g., a person’s life story in both print and multimedia), determining which details are emphasized in each account.
Edge Level A TE Page References: T268, T310, T442
8. Delineate and evaluate the argument and specific claims in a text, assessing whether the reasoning is valid and the evidence is relevant and sufficient; identify false statements and fallacious reasoning.
Edge Level A TE Page References: T444, T447, T450, T451, T452, T453, T465, T468, T472, T474, T476, T478, T483, T487, T488, T489
9. Analyze seminal U.S. documents of historical and literary significance (e.g., Washington’s Farewell Address, the Gettysburg Address, Roosevelt’s Four Freedoms speech, King’s “Letter from Birmingham Jail”), including how they address related themes and concepts.
Edge Level A TE Page References: The opportunity to address this objective is available. See, for example: T448
Range of Reading and Level of Text Complexity 10. By the end of grade 9, read and comprehend literary nonfiction in the grades 9–10 text complexity band proficiently, with scaffolding as needed at the high end of the range.
By the end of grade 10, read and comprehend literary nonfiction at the high end of the grades 9–10 text complexity band independently and proficiently.
Edge Level A TE Page References: This objective is addressed extensively throughout. See, for example: T10-T17, T124-T129, T125-T145, T294-T301, T366-T372, T466-T471
Common Core Gr. 9-10 correlated to Edge A A-3 NGSP.com / 888.915.3276
Common Core State Standards Grades 9-10
Edge Level A Teacher’s Edition Page References
Writing Standards
Text Types and Purposes 1. Write arguments to support claims in an analysis of substantive topics or texts, using valid reasoning and relevant and sufficient evidence. a. Introduce precise claim(s), distinguish the claim(s) from alternate or opposing claims, and create an organization that establishes clear relationships among claim(s), counterclaims, reasons, and evidence.
Edge Level A TE Page References: T477, T479, T480, T481, T502, T504, T505, T695, T696. T697
b. Develop claim(s) and counterclaims fairly, supplying evidence for each while pointing out the strengths and limitations of both in a manner that anticipates the audience’s knowledge level and concerns.
Edge Level A TE Page References: T480, T504, T505, T506, T696, T697
c. Use words, phrases, and clauses to link the major sections of the text, create cohesion, and clarify the relationships between claim(s) and reasons, between reasons and evidence, and between claim(s) and counterclaims.
Edge Level A TE Page References: T480, T513, T696, T697, T731, T733
d. Establish and maintain a formal style and objective tone while attending to the norms and conventions of the discipline in which they are writing.
Edge Level A TE Page References: T481, T684, T697
e. Provide a concluding statement or section that follows from and supports the argument presented.
Edge Level A TE Page References: T481, T506, T696, T697
2. Write informative/explanatory texts to examine and convey complex ideas, concepts, and information clearly and accurately through the effective selection, organization, and analysis of content. a. Introduce a topic; organize complex ideas, concepts, and information to make important connections and distinctions; include formatting (e.g., headings), graphics (e.g., figures, tables), and multimedia when useful to aiding comprehension.
Edge Level A TE Page References: T158, T160, T169, T334, T335, T424, T426, T427, T432, T611-T616
b. Develop the topic with well-chosen, relevant, and sufficient facts, extended definitions, concrete details, quotations, or other information and examples appropriate to the audience’s knowledge of the topic.
Edge Level A TE Page References: T158, T160, T162, T165, T332, T334, T335, T336, T426, T427, T430, T615
Common Core Gr. 9-10 correlated to Edge A A-4 NGSP.com / 888.915.3276
Common Core State Standards Grades 9-10
Edge Level A Teacher’s Edition Page References
c. Use appropriate and varied transitions to link the major sections of the text, create cohesion, and clarify the relationships among complex ideas and concepts.
Edge Level A TE Page References: T428, T680
d. Use precise language and domain-specific vocabulary to manage the complexity of the topic.
Edge Level A TE Page References: T433
e. Establish and maintain a formal style and objective tone while attending to the norms and conventions of the discipline in which they are writing.
Edge Level A TE Page References: T338, T340
f. Provide a concluding statement or section that follows from and supports the information or explanation presented (e.g., articulating implications or the significance of the topic).
Edge Level A TE Page References: T156, T164, T424, T614, T682, T683
3. Write narratives to develop real or imagined experiences or events using effective technique, well-chosen details, and well-structured event sequences. a. Engage and orient the reader by setting out a problem, situation, or observation, establishing one or multiple point(s) of view, and introducing a narrator and/or characters; create a smooth progression of experiences or events.
Edge Level A TE Page References: T70, T73, T74, T250, T694
b. Use narrative techniques, such as dialogue, pacing, description, reflection, and multiple plot lines, to develop experiences, events, and/or characters.
Edge Level A TE Page References: T71, T74, T78, T251, T258, T259
c. Use a variety of techniques to sequence events so that they build on one another to create a coherent whole.
Edge Level A TE Page References: T71, T73, T74, T250, T253, T254, T256
d. Use precise words and phrases, telling details, and sensory language to convey a vivid picture of the experiences, events, setting, and/or characters.
Edge Level A TE Page References: T74, T252, T258
e. Provide a conclusion that follows from and reflects on what is experienced, observed, or resolved over the course of the narrative.
Edge Level A TE Page References: T70, T73, T250, T253, T682, T683, T694
Production and Distribution of Writing 4. Produce clear and coherent writing in which the development, organization, and style are appropriate to task, purpose, and audience. (Grade-specific expectations for writing types are defined in standards 1–3 above.)
Edge Level A TE Page References: T72, T158, T252, T334, T426, T504, T505, T671, T672
Common Core Gr. 9-10 correlated to Edge A A-5 NGSP.com / 888.915.3276
Common Core State Standards Grades 9-10
Edge Level A Teacher’s Edition Page References
5. Develop and strengthen writing as needed by planning, revising, editing, rewriting, or trying a new approach, focusing on addressing what is most significant for a specific purpose and audience.
Edge Level A TE Page References: T25, T72, T76, T158, T159, T162, T252, T253, T254, T256, T334, T426, T504, T672, T684-T687
6. Use technology, including the Internet, to produce, publish, and update individual or shared writing products, taking advantage of technology’s capacity to link to other information and to display information flexibly and dynamically.
Edge Level A TE Page References: T169, T610, T676, T677
Research to Build and Present Knowledge 7. Conduct short as well as more sustained research projects to answer a question (including a self-generated question) or solve a problem; narrow or broaden the inquiry when appropriate; synthesize multiple sources on the subject, demonstrating understanding of the subject under investigation.
Edge Level A TE Page References: T26, T611-T616
8. Gather relevant information from multiple authoritative print and digital sources, using advanced searches effectively; assess the usefulness of each source in answering the research question; integrate information into the text selectively to maintain the flow of ideas, avoiding plagiarism and following a standard format for citation.
Edge Level A TE Page References: T348, T504, T611-T616
9. Draw evidence from literary or informational texts to support analysis, reflection, and research. a. Apply grades 9–10 Reading standards to literature (e.g., “Analyze how an author draws on and transforms source material in a specific work [e.g., how Shakespeare treats a theme or topic from Ovid or the Bible or how a later author draws on a play by Shakespeare]”).
Edge Level A TE Page References: T25, T46, T47, T65, T195, T219, T245, T327, T373, T397, T419, T545, T565, T583
b. Apply grades 9–10 Reading standards to literary nonfiction (e.g., “Delineate and evaluate the argument and specific claims in a text, assessing whether the reasoning is valid and the evidence is relevant and sufficient; identify false statements and fallacious reasoning”).
Edge Level A TE Page References: T47, T109, T129, T151, T195, T287, T309, T327, T336, T373, T397, T419, T459, T477, T497
Range of Writing 10. Write routinely over extended time frames (time for research, reflection, and revision) and shorter time frames (a single sitting or a day or two) for a range of tasks, purposes, and audiences.
Edge Level A TE Page References: This objective is addressed extensively throughout. See, for example: T49, T69, T70, T71, T131, T155, T221, T247, T249, T311, T331-T345, T399, T423, T499, T501, T567
Common Core Gr. 9-10 correlated to Edge A A-6 NGSP.com / 888.915.3276
Common Core State Standards Grades 9-10
Edge Level A Teacher’s Edition Page References
Speaking and Listening Standards
Comprehension and Collaboration 1. Initiate and participate effectively in a range of collaborative discussions (one-on-one, in groups, and teacher-led) with diverse partners on grades 9–10 topics, texts, and issues, building on others’ ideas and expressing their own clearly and persuasively. a. Come to discussions prepared, having read and researched material under study; explicitly draw on that preparation by referring to evidence from texts and other research on the topic or issue to stimulate a thoughtful, well-reasoned exchange of ideas.
Edge Level A TE Page References: T12, T32, T138, T400, T401, T420, T450, T574, T600
b. Work with peers to set rules for collegial discussions and decision-making (e.g., informal consensus, taking votes on key issues, presentation of alternate views), clear goals and deadlines, and individual roles as needed.
Edge Level A TE Page References: T600
c. Propel conversations by posing and responding to questions that relate the current discussion to broader themes or larger ideas; actively incorporate others into the discussion; and clarify, verify, or challenge ideas and conclusions.
Edge Level A TE Page References: T0, T24, T48, T84, T66, T170, T264, T593, T596, T600
d. Respond thoughtfully to diverse perspectives, summarize points of agreement and disagreement, and, when warranted, qualify or justify their own views and understanding and make new connections in light of the evidence and reasoning presented.
Edge Level A TE Page References: T222, T223, T597, T600
2. Integrate multiple sources of information presented in diverse media or formats (e.g., visually, quantitatively, orally) evaluating the credibility and accuracy of each source.
Edge Level A TE Page References: T267, T330, T500, T604, T605, T606
3. Evaluate a speaker’s point of view, reasoning, and use of evidence and rhetoric, identifying any fallacious reasoning or exaggerated or distorted evidence.
Edge Level A TE Page References: T84, T170, T264, T346, T480, T438, T516
Presentation of Knowledge and Ideas 4. Present information, findings, and supporting evidence clearly, concisely, and logically such that listeners can follow the line of reasoning and the organization, development, substance, and style are appropriate to purpose, audience, and task.
Edge Level A TE Page References: T222-T223, T400-T401, T420, T480-T481, T597, T600, T601
Common Core Gr. 9-10 correlated to Edge A A-7 NGSP.com / 888.915.3276
Common Core State Standards Grades 9-10
Edge Level A Teacher’s Edition Page References
5. Make strategic use of digital media (e.g., textual, graphical, audio, visual, and interactive elements) in presentations to enhance understanding of findings, reasoning, and evidence and to add interest.
Edge Level A TE Page References: T267, T311, T313, T330, T500, T601
6. Adapt speech to a variety of contexts and tasks, demonstrating command of formal English when indicated or appropriate.
Edge Level A TE Page References: T197, T222-T223, T247, T400-T401, T480-T481, T546, T568-T569, T586, T597, T598, T599, T601
Language Standards
Conventions of Standard English 1. Demonstrate command of the conventions of standard English grammar and usage when writing or speaking. a. Use parallel structure.
Edge Level A TE Page References: T737
b. Use various types of phrases (noun, verb, adjectival, adverbial, participial, prepositional, absolute) and clauses (independent, dependent; noun, relative, adverbial) to convey specific meanings and add variety and interest to writing or presentations.
Edge Level A TE Page References: T306, T435, T488, T492, T498, T532, T546, T713, T718, T724, T728, T729, T730, T733, T741
2. Demonstrate command of the conventions of standard English capitalization, punctuation, and spelling when writing. a. Use a semicolon (and perhaps a conjunctive adverb) to link two or more closely related independent clauses.
Edge Level A TE Page References: T166, T167, T731, T733, T743
b. Use a colon to introduce a list or quotation.
Edge Level A TE Page References: T741
c. Spell correctly.
Edge Level A TE Page References: T81, T167, T261, T343, T435, T513, T744
Knowledge of Language 3. Apply knowledge of language to understand how language functions in different contexts, to make effective choices for meaning or style, and to comprehend more fully when reading or listening.
a. Write and edit work so that it conforms to the guidelines in a style manual (e.g., MLA Handbook, Turabian’s Manual for Writers) appropriate for the discipline and writing type.
Edge Level A TE Page References: T615, T675, T701
Common Core Gr. 9-10 correlated to Edge A A-8 NGSP.com / 888.915.3276
Common Core State Standards Grades 9-10
Edge Level A Teacher’s Edition Page References
Vocabulary Acquisition and Use 4. Determine or clarify the meaning of unknown and multiple-meaning words and phrases based on grades 9–10 reading and content, choosing flexibly from a range of strategies. a. Use context (e.g., the overall meaning of a sentence, paragraph, or text; a word’s position or function in a sentence) as a clue to the meaning of a word or phrase.
Edge Level A TE Page References: T111, T113, T131, T153, T311, T663, T664
b. Identify and correctly use patterns of word changes that indicate different meanings or parts of speech (e.g., analyze, analysis, analytical; advocate, advocacy).
Edge Level A TE Page References: T27, T197, T199, T247, T666
c. Consult general and specialized reference materials (e.g., dictionaries, glossaries, thesauruses), both print and digital, to find the pronunciation of a word or determine or clarify its precise meaning, its part of speech, or its etymology.
Edge Level A TE Page References: T289, T329, T461, T463, T585, T750-T753, T758-T759, T667
d. Verify the preliminary determination of the meaning of a word or phrase (e.g., by checking the inferred meaning in context or in a dictionary).
Edge Level A TE Page References: T111, T113, T131, T153, T311, T461, T463, T663, T664, T667
5. Demonstrate understanding of figurative language, word relationships, and nuances in word meanings. a. Interpret figures of speech (e.g., euphemism, oxymoron) in context and analyze their role in the text.
Edge Level A TE Page References: T547, T549, T567, T663, T669
b. Analyze nuances in the meaning of words with similar denotations.
Edge Level A TE Page References: T585, T664
6. Acquire and use accurately general academic and domain-specific words and phrases, sufficient for reading, writing, speaking, and listening at the college and career readiness level; demonstrate independence in gathering vocabulary knowledge when considering a word or phrase important to comprehension or expression.
Edge Level A TE Page References: This objective is addressed extensively throughout. See, for example: T14, T26, T33, T40, T68, T99, T101, T112, T119, T187, T198, T199, T239, T290, T330, T393, T417, T454, T462, T463, T495, T535, T547, T585, T662, T668
Common Core Gr. 9-10 correlated to Edge A A-9 NGSP.com / 888.915.3276
Common Core State Standards for English Language Arts Grades 9-10
correlated to
Edge Level B
National Geographic School Publishing/Hampton-Brown
Common Core State Standards for English Language Arts Grades 9-10
correlated to Edge Level B
National Geographic School Publishing/Hampton-Brown
Common Core State Standards Grades 9-10
Edge Level B Teacher’s Edition Page References
Reading Standards for Literature
Key Ideas and Details 1. Cite strong and thorough textual evidence to support analysis of what the text says explicitly as well as inferences drawn from the text.
Edge Level B TE Page References: T23 T49, T77, T84, T170, T211, T240, T267, T337, T407, T434, T440, T442, T457, T465, T468, T609, T616, T641, T648, T665, T670
2. Determine a theme or central idea of a text and analyze in detail its development over the course of the text, including how it emerges and is shaped and refined by specific details; provide an objective summary of the text.
Edge Level B TE Page References: T34, T86, T248, T276, T844
3. Analyze how complex characters (e.g., those with multiple or conflicting motivations) develop over the course of a text, interact with other characters, and advance the plot or develop the theme.
Edge Level B TE Page References: T6, T20, T23, T39, T42, T44, T46, T48, T49, T222, T397, T401, T447, T842, T843
Craft and Structure 4. Determine the meaning of words and phrases as they are used in the text, including figurative and connotative meanings; analyze the cumulative impact of specific word choices on meaning and tone (e.g., how the language evokes a sense of time and place; how it sets a formal or informal tone).
Edge Level B TE Page References: T421, T424, T427, T432, T434, T468, T561, T651, T655, T658, T660, T661, T662, T663, T665, T673, T752
5. Analyze how an author’s choices concerning how to structure a text, order events within it (e.g., parallel plots), and manipulate time (e.g., pacing, flashbacks) create such effects as mystery, tension, or surprise.
Edge Level B TE Page References: T9, T212, T266, T338, T394, T397, T403, T407, T443, T447, T450, T451, T452, T453, T455, T457, T465
6. Analyze a particular point of view or cultural experience reflected in a work of literature from outside the United States, drawing on a wide reading of world literature.
Edge Level B TE Page References: T63, T64, T68, T71, T77, T398, T401, T406, T448, T456, T466, T467
Common Core Gr. 9-10 correlated to Edge B B-1 NGSP.com / 888.915.3276
Common Core State Standards Grades 9-10
Edge Level B Teacher’s Edition Page References
Integration of Knowledge and Ideas 7. Analyze the representation of a subject or a key scene in two different artistic mediums, including what is emphasized or absent in each treatment (e.g., Auden’s “Musée des Beaux Arts” and Breughel’s Landscape with the Fall of Icarus).
Edge Level B TE Page References: T200, T201, T210, T590, T591
9. Analyze how an author draws on and transforms source material in a specific work (e.g., how Shakespeare treats a theme or topic from Ovid or the Bible or how a later author draws on a play by Shakespeare).
Edge Level B TE Page References: The opportunity to address this objective is available. See, for example T10, T200, T201, T591, T644, T646, T647
Range of Reading and Level of Text Complexity 10. By the end of grade 9, read and comprehend literature, including stories, dramas, and poems, in the grades 9–10 text complexity band proficiently, with scaffolding as needed at the high end of the range.
By the end of grade 10, read and comprehend literature, including stories, dramas, and poems, at the high end of the grades 9–10 text complexity band independently and proficiently.
Edge Level B TE Page References: This objective is addressed extensively throughout. See, for example: T8-T23, T24-T25, T38-T49, T338-T345, T458-T465, T589-T609, T622-T641 Also see Edge Library selections: T1C, T1D, T103D, T189C, T189D, T293C, T293D, T388C, T388D, T485C, TT485D, T577C, T577D
Reading Standards for Informational Text
Key Ideas and Details 1. Cite strong and thorough textual evidence to support analysis of what the text says explicitly as well as inferences drawn from the text.
Edge Level B TE Page References: T33, T57, T88, T126, T127, T211, T212, T213, T216, T217, T219, T220, T221, T227, T234, T240, T244, T245, T246, T247, T270. T271, T273, T274, T278, T323, T369, T372, T415, T470, T492, T493, T495, T516, T517, T536, T537, T554, T558, T559
2. Determine a central idea of a text and analyze its development over the course of the text, including how it emerges and is shaped and refined by specific details; provide an objective summary of the text.
Edge Level B TE Page References: T113, T116, T117, T119, T120, T121, T122, T123, T124, T125, T126, T133, T136, T137, T138, T139, T142, T143, T144, T145, T148, T151, T248, T541, T648, T670, T711, T712, T713
3. Analyze how the author unfolds an analysis or series of ideas or events, including the order in which the points are made, how they are introduced and developed, and the connections that are drawn between them.
Edge Level B TE Page References: T300, T301, T303, T306, T308, T310, T312, T314, T315, T316, T338
Common Core Gr. 9-10 correlated to Edge B B-2 NGSP.com / 888.915.3276
Common Core State Standards Grades 9-10
Edge Level B Teacher’s Edition Page References
Craft and Structure 4. Determine the meaning of words and phrases as they are used in a text, including figurative, connotative, and technical meanings; analyze the cumulative impact of specific word choices on meaning and tone (e.g., how the language of a court opinion differs from that of a newspaper).
Edge Level B TE Page References: T416, T421, T424, T427, T432, T434, T463, T468, T561, T619, T621, T651, T655, T658, T660, T661, T662, T663, T665, T673, T752
5. Analyze in detail how an author’s ideas or claims are developed and refined by particular sentences, paragraphs, or larger portions of a text (e.g., a section or chapter).
Edge Level B TE Page References: T136, T306, T308, T310, T312, T314, T315, T354, T356, T360, T362, T498, T500, T501, T502
6. Determine an author’s point of view or purpose in a text and analyze how an author uses rhetoric to advance that point of view or purpose.
Edge Level B TE Page References: T110, T113, T118, T120, T121, T122, T123, T124, T126, T133, TT136, T138, T141, T143, T155, T158, T160, T163, T164, T166, T167, T503
Integration of Knowledge and Ideas 7. Analyze various accounts of a subject told in different mediums (e.g., a person’s life story in both print and multimedia), determining which details are emphasized in each account.
Edge Level B TE Page References: The opportunity to address this objective is available. See, for example: T214, T215, T367, T411, T504, T551, T560, T697
8. Delineate and evaluate the argument and specific claims in a text, assessing whether the reasoning is valid and the evidence is relevant and sufficient; identify false statements and fallacious reasoning.
Edge Level B TE Page References: T490, T492, T493, T495, T501, T523, T528, T530, T543, T562
9. Analyze seminal U.S. documents of historical and literary significance (e.g., Washington’s Farewell Address, the Gettysburg Address, Roosevelt’s Four Freedoms speech, King’s “Letter from Birmingham Jail”), including how they address related themes and concepts.
Edge Level B TE Page References: This objective is not directly addressed in this level of Edge.
Range of Reading and Level of Text Complexity 10. By the end of grade 9, read and comprehend literary nonfiction in the grades 9–10 text complexity band proficiently, with scaffolding as needed at the high end of the range.
By the end of grade 10, read and comprehend literary nonfiction at the high end of the grades 9–10 text complexity band independently and proficiently.
Edge Level B TE Page References: This objective is addressed extensively throughout. See, for example: T26-T31, T108-T111, T133-T143, T212-T220, T268-T274, T351-T362, T532-T536 Also see Edge Library selections: T1C, T1D, T103C, T103D, T189C, T189D, T293C, T293D, T388C, T388D, T485C, TT485D, T577C, T577D
Common Core Gr. 9-10 correlated to Edge B B-3 NGSP.com / 888.915.3276
Common Core State Standards Grades 9-10
Edge Level B Teacher’s Edition Page References
Writing Standards
Text Types and Purposes 1. Write arguments to support claims in an analysis of substantive topics or texts, using valid reasoning and relevant and sufficient evidence. a. Introduce precise claim(s), distinguish the claim(s) from alternate or opposing claims, and create an organization that establishes clear relationships among claim(s), counterclaims, reasons, and evidence.
Edge Level B TE Page References: T176, T177, T178, T179, T180, T564, T565, T566, T567, T568, T569
b. Develop claim(s) and counterclaims fairly, supplying evidence for each while pointing out the strengths and limitations of both in a manner that anticipates the audience’s knowledge level and concerns.
Edge Level B TE Page References: T178, T180, T564, T565, T566, T567, T568, T569, T577
c. Use words, phrases, and clauses to link the major sections of the text, create cohesion, and clarify the relationships between claim(s) and reasons, between reasons and evidence, and between claim(s) and counterclaims.
Edge Level B TE Page References: T177, T182, T571, T575, T577
d. Establish and maintain a formal style and objective tone while attending to the norms and conventions of the discipline in which they are writing.
Edge Level B TE Page References: T565, T570, T571, T572, T577
e. Provide a concluding statement or section that follows from and supports the argument presented.
Edge Level B TE Page References: T176, T177, T183, T564, T565, T568, T569
2. Write informative/explanatory texts to examine and convey complex ideas, concepts, and information clearly and accurately through the effective selection, organization, and analysis of content. a. Introduce a topic; organize complex ideas, concepts, and information to make important connections and distinctions; include formatting (e.g., headings), graphics (e.g., figures, tables), and multimedia when useful to aiding comprehension.
Edge Level B TE Page References: T374, T375, T376, T378, T379, T383
Common Core Gr. 9-10 correlated to Edge B B-4 NGSP.com / 888.915.3276
Common Core State Standards Grades 9-10
Edge Level B Teacher’s Edition Page References
b. Develop the topic with well-chosen, relevant, and sufficient facts, extended definitions, concrete details, quotations, or other information and examples appropriate to the audience’s knowledge of the topic.
Edge Level B TE Page References: T374, T375, T376, T378, T380, T382
c. Use appropriate and varied transitions to link the major sections of the text, create cohesion, and clarify the relationships among complex ideas and concepts.
Edge Level B TE Page References: T173, T378
d. Use precise language and domain-specific vocabulary to manage the complexity of the topic.
Edge Level B TE Page References: T375, T378, T380, T382
e. Establish and maintain a formal style and objective tone while attending to the norms and conventions of the discipline in which they are writing.
Edge Level B TE Page References: T374, T375
f. Provide a concluding statement or section that follows from and supports the information or explanation presented (e.g., articulating implications or the significance of the topic).
Edge Level B TE Page References: T374, T381
3. Write narratives to develop real or imagined experiences or events using effective technique, well-chosen details, and well-structured event sequences. a. Engage and orient the reader by setting out a problem, situation, or observation, establishing one or multiple point(s) of view, and introducing a narrator and/or characters; create a smooth progression of experiences or events.
Edge Level B TE Page References: T90, T91, T94, T472, T473, T474, T475, T476
b. Use narrative techniques, such as dialogue, pacing, description, reflection, and multiple plot lines, to develop experiences, events, and/or characters.
Edge Level B TE Page References: T94, T98, T471, T472, T473, T475, T476, T480
c. Use a variety of techniques to sequence events so that they build on one another to create a coherent whole.
Edge Level B TE Page References: T91, T93, T98, T472, T475, T478
d. Use precise words and phrases, telling details, and sensory language to convey a vivid picture of the experiences, events, setting, and/or characters.
Edge Level B TE Page References: T94, T98, T477, T480, T483
e. Provide a conclusion that follows from and reflects on what is experienced, observed, or resolved over the course of the narrative.
Edge Level B TE Page References: T90, T91, T97, T475, T476, T479
Common Core Gr. 9-10 correlated to Edge B B-5 NGSP.com / 888.915.3276
Common Core State Standards Grades 9-10
Edge Level B Teacher’s Edition Page References
Production and Distribution of Writing 4. Produce clear and coherent writing in which the development, organization, and style are appropriate to task, purpose, and audience. (Grade-specific expectations for writing types are defined in standards 1–3 above.)
Edge Level B TE Page References: This objective is addressed extensively throughout. See, for example: T35, T92, T96, T178, T180, T182, T223, T249, T277,T282, T284, T376, T378, T417, T474, T476, T519, T566, T570, T776-T797
5. Develop and strengthen writing as needed by planning, revising, editing, rewriting, or trying a new approach, focusing on addressing what is most significant for a specific purpose and audience.
Edge Level B TE Page References: T89-T103, T175-T189, T279-T293, T373-T387, T471-T485, T563-T577, T759-T765
6. Use technology, including the Internet, to produce, publish, and update individual or shared writing products, taking advantage of technology’s capacity to link to other information and to display information flexibly and dynamically.
Edge Level B TE Page References: T103, T189, T293, T577, T764, T765
Research to Build and Present Knowledge 7. Conduct short as well as more sustained research projects to answer a question (including a self-generated question) or solve a problem; narrow or broaden the inquiry when appropriate; synthesize multiple sources on the subject, demonstrating understanding of the subject under investigation.
Edge Level B TE Page References: T150, T370, T373-T387, T673, T699-T704
8. Gather relevant information from multiple authoritative print and digital sources, using advanced searches effectively; assess the usefulness of each source in answering the research question; integrate information into the text selectively to maintain the flow of ideas, avoiding plagiarism and following a standard format for citation.
Edge Level B TE Page References: T150, T370, T375, T377, T378, T673, T701, T703
9. Draw evidence from literary or informational texts to support analysis, reflection, and research. a. Apply grades 9–10 Reading standards to literature (e.g., “Analyze how an author draws on and transforms source material in a specific work [e.g., how Shakespeare treats a theme or topic from Ovid or the Bible or how a later author draws on a play by Shakespeare]”).
Edge Level B TE Page References: T279-T293, T441, T443, T467, T561, T651, T780, T781
Common Core Gr. 9-10 correlated to Edge B B-6 NGSP.com / 888.915.3276
Common Core State Standards Grades 9-10
Edge Level B Teacher’s Edition Page References
b. Apply grades 9–10 Reading standards to literary nonfiction (e.g., “Delineate and evaluate the argument and specific claims in a text, assessing whether the reasoning is valid and the evidence is relevant and sufficient; identify false statements and fallacious reasoning”).
Edge Level B TE Page References: T33, T57, T373-T387, T537, T559, T561, T563-T577
Range of Writing 10. Write routinely over extended time frames (time for research, reflection, and revision) and shorter time frames (a single sitting or a day or two) for a range of tasks, purposes, and audiences.
Edge Level B TE Page References: This objective is addressed extensively throughout. See, for example: T33, T57, T59, T85, T89-T103, T175-T189, T279-T293, T373-T387, T443, T467, T471-T485, T559, T561, T563-T577, T617, T649
Speaking and Listening Standards
Comprehension and Collaboration 1. Initiate and participate effectively in a range of collaborative discussions (one-on-one, in groups, and teacher-led) with diverse partners on grades 9–10 topics, texts, and issues, building on others’ ideas and expressing their own clearly and persuasively. a. Come to discussions prepared, having read and researched material under study; explicitly draw on that preparation by referring to evidence from texts and other research on the topic or issue to stimulate a thoughtful, well-reasoned exchange of ideas.
Edge Level B TE Page References: T2, T85, T106, T127, T192, T221, T250-T251, T296, T369, T390, T441, T488, T538, T540-T541, T562, T580, T688
b. Work with peers to set rules for collegial discussions and decision-making (e.g., informal consensus, taking votes on key issues, presentation of alternate views), clear goals and deadlines, and individual roles as needed.
Edge Level B TE Page References: T3, T250-T251, T297, T391, T489, T540-T541
c. Propel conversations by posing and responding to questions that relate the current discussion to broader themes or larger ideas; actively incorporate others into the discussion; and clarify, verify, or challenge ideas and conclusions.
Edge Level B TE Page References: T2, T42, T85, T106, T127, T174, T192, T221, T276, T278, T296, T332, T369, T372, T390, T441, T450, T470, T488, T562, T580, T674, T688
d. Respond thoughtfully to diverse perspectives, summarize points of agreement and disagreement, and, when warranted, qualify or justify their own views and understanding and make new connections in light of the evidence and reasoning presented.
Edge Level B TE Page References: T2, T42, T85, T106, T127, T174, T192, T221, T276, T278, T296, T332, T369, T372, T390, T441, T450, T470, T488, T540-T541, T562, T580, T674, T685, T688 Also see Discuss the Quotations and Evaluate a Speaker’s Message for further opportunity to address this objective: T0, T104, T190, T294, T388, T486, T578
Common Core Gr. 9-10 correlated to Edge B B-7 NGSP.com / 888.915.3276
Common Core State Standards Grades 9-10
Edge Level B Teacher’s Edition Page References
2. Integrate multiple sources of information presented in diverse media or formats (e.g., visually, quantitatively, orally) evaluating the credibility and accuracy of each source.
Edge Level B TE Page References: T35, T129, T150, T172, T193, T278, T324, T348, T349, T489, T561, T691,T694, T697
3. Evaluate a speaker’s point of view, reasoning, and use of evidence and rhetoric, identifying any fallacious reasoning or exaggerated or distorted evidence.
Edge Level B TE Page References: T61, T88, T153, T221, T250, T349, T541, T690 Also see Discuss the Quotations and Evaluate a Speaker’s Message for further opportunity to address this objective: T0, T104, T190, T294, T388, T486, T578
Presentation of Knowledge and Ideas 4. Present information, findings, and supporting evidence clearly, concisely, and logically such that listeners can follow the line of reasoning and the organization, development, substance, and style are appropriate to purpose, audience, and task.
Edge Level B TE Page References: T35, T61, T129, T150, T152-T153, T174, T347, T348, T349, T561, T652, T653, T689, T698
5. Make strategic use of digital media (e.g., textual, graphical, audio, visual, and interactive elements) in presentations to enhance understanding of findings, reasoning, and evidence and to add interest.
Edge Level B TE Page References: T152, T348, T391, T470, T561, T658, T687, T693, T698
6. Adapt speech to a variety of contexts and tasks, demonstrating command of formal English when indicated or appropriate.
Edge Level B TE Page References: T36, T61, T129, T150, T347, T348, T349, T370, T485, T518, T561, T618, T650, T685, T686
Language Standards
Conventions of Standard English 1. Demonstrate command of the conventions of standard English grammar and usage when writing or speaking. a. Use parallel structure.
Edge Level B TE Page References: T825
b. Use various types of phrases (noun, verb, adjectival, adverbial, participial, prepositional, absolute) and clauses (independent, dependent; noun, relative, adverbial) to convey specific meanings and add variety and interest to writing or presentations.
Edge Level B TE Page References: T336, T346, T528, T548, T550, T556, T560, T672, T817, T818, T821, T823
2. Demonstrate command of the conventions of standard English capitalization, punctuation, and spelling when writing. a. Use a semicolon (and perhaps a conjunctive adverb) to link two or more closely related independent clauses.
Edge Level B TE Page References: T574, T831
Common Core Gr. 9-10 correlated to Edge B B-8 NGSP.com / 888.915.3276
Common Core State Standards Grades 9-10
Edge Level B Teacher’s Edition Page References
b. Use a colon to introduce a list or quotation.
Edge Level B TE Page References: T186, T829
c. Spell correctly.
Edge Level B TE Page References: T35, T101, T187, T277, T347, T417, T519, T651, T832
Knowledge of Language 3. Apply knowledge of language to understand how language functions in different contexts, to make effective choices for meaning or style, and to comprehend more fully when reading or listening.
a. Write and edit work so that it conforms to the guidelines in a style manual (e.g., MLA Handbook, Turabian’s Manual for Writers) appropriate for the discipline and writing type.
Edge Level B TE Page References: T387, T703, T763
Vocabulary Acquisition and Use 4. Determine or clarify the meaning of unknown and multiple-meaning words and phrases based on grades 9–10 reading and content, choosing flexibly from a range of strategies. a. Use context (e.g., the overall meaning of a sentence, paragraph, or text; a word’s position or function in a sentence) as a clue to the meaning of a word or phrase.
Edge Level B TE Page References: T63, T69, T73, T77, T78, T81, T129, T131, T141, T151, T173, T347, T619, T751, T752
b. Identify and correctly use patterns of word changes that indicate different meanings or parts of speech (e.g., analyze, analysis, analytical; advocate, advocacy).
Edge Level B TE Page References: T35, T37, T59, T87, T223, T225, T277, T519, T521, T539, T753, T754
c. Consult general and specialized reference materials (e.g., dictionaries, glossaries, thesauruses), both print and digital, to find the pronunciation of a word or determine or clarify its precise meaning, its part of speech, or its etymology.
Edge Level B TE Page References: T8, T38, T62, T112, T132, T154, T198, T226, T252, T302, T325, T328, T347, T350, T396, T405, T420, T427, T443, T446, T494, T521, T522, T542, T588, T622, T654, T755
d. Verify the preliminary determination of the meaning of a word or phrase (e.g., by checking the inferred meaning in context or in a dictionary).
Edge Level B TE Page References: T37, T59, T131, T198, T223, T225, T249, T277, T309, T325, T347, T371, T419, T429, T521, T755
5. Demonstrate understanding of figurative language, word relationships, and nuances in word meanings. a. Interpret figures of speech (e.g., euphemism, oxymoron) in context and analyze their role in the text.
Edge Level B TE Page References: T416, T463, T619, T621, T655, T658, T660, T662, T663, T665, T673, T842, T843, T844
Common Core Gr. 9-10 correlated to Edge B B-9 NGSP.com / 888.915.3276
Common Core State Standards Grades 9-10
Edge Level B Teacher’s Edition Page References
b. Analyze nuances in the meaning of words with similar denotations.
Edge Level B TE Page References: T561, T651, T752, T842
6. Acquire and use accurately general academic and domain-specific words and phrases, sufficient for reading, writing, speaking, and listening at the college and career readiness level; demonstrate independence in gathering vocabulary knowledge when considering a word or phrase important to comprehension or expression.
Edge Level B TE Page References: T5, T7, T8, T19, T36, T38, T52, T62, T81, T109, T111, T112, T130, T132, T141, T154, T163, T195, T196, T197, T198, T206, T217, T224, T226, T252, T271, T299, T301, T302, T311, T328, T341, T350, T359, T429, T492, T494, T503, T522, T542, T583, T584, T588, T598, T613, T620, T622, T654
Common Core Gr. 9-10 correlated to Edge B B-10 NGSP.com / 888.915.3276
Common Core State Standards for English Language Arts Grades 9-10
correlated to
Edge Level C
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Common Core State Standards for English Language Arts Grades 9-10
correlated to Edge Level C
National Geographic School Publishing/Hampton-Brown
Common Core State Standards Grades 9-10
Edge Level C Teacher’s Edition Page References
Reading Standards for Literature
Key Ideas and Details 1. Cite strong and thorough textual evidence to support analysis of what the text says explicitly as well as inferences drawn from the text.
Edge Level C TE Page References: T89, T235, T239, T240, T241, T242, T243, T245, T246, T247, T250, T251, T252, T253, T263, T266, T267, T268, T269, T275, T277, T279, T280, T282, T283, T285, T295, T298, T300, T302, T303, T305, T306, T308, T309, T311, T312, T314, T315, T316, T317, T765, T766
2. Determine a theme or central idea of a text and analyze in detail its development over the course of the text, including how it emerges and is shaped and refined by specific details; provide an objective summary of the text.
Edge Level C TE Page References: T69, T73, T74, T76, T77, T80, T81, T84, T86, T88, T89, T290
3. Analyze how complex characters (e.g., those with multiple or conflicting motivations) develop over the course of a text, interact with other characters, and advance the plot or develop the theme.
Edge Level C TE Page References: T6, T37, T41, T43, T44, T47, T49, T50, T54, T55, T69, T72, T73, T74, T75, T77, T78, T80, T81, T83, T85, T86, T87, T88, T89, T98
Craft and Structure 4. Determine the meaning of words and phrases as they are used in the text, including figurative and connotative meanings; analyze the cumulative impact of specific word choices on meaning and tone (e.g., how the language evokes a sense of time and place; how it sets a formal or informal tone).
Edge Level C TE Page References: T81, T128, T155, T157, T231, T209, T240, T258, T290, T295, T298, T300, T302, T304, T306, T311, T312, T313, T314, T317, T393, T416, T457, T459, T460, T559, T561, T583, T611, T694, T695, T697, T698
5. Analyze how an author’s choices concerning how to structure a text, order events within it (e.g., parallel plots), and manipulate time (e.g., pacing, flashbacks) create such effects as mystery, tension, or surprise.
Edge Level C TE Page References: T78, T180, T266, T396, T439, T467, T470, T471, T472, T474, T477, T489
6. Analyze a particular point of view or cultural experience reflected in a work of literature from outside the United States, drawing on a wide reading of world literature.
Edge Level C TE Page References: T225D, T434D, T468, T490, T531C Also see U.S. authors with unique cultural experiences: T1D, T38, T115D, T236, T296, T444
Common Core Gr. 9-10 correlated to Edge C C-1 NGSP.com / 888.915.3276
Common Core State Standards Grades 9-10
Edge Level C Teacher’s Edition Page References
Integration of Knowledge and Ideas 7. Analyze the representation of a subject or a key scene in two different artistic mediums, including what is emphasized or absent in each treatment (e.g., Auden’s “Musée des Beaux Arts” and Breughel’s Landscape with the Fall of Icarus).
Edge Level C TE Page References: T1, T11, T21, T39, T53, T55, T85, T117, T227, T237, T249, T265, T269, T273, T297, T299, T445, T469, T473, T475, T479, T481
9. Analyze how an author draws on and transforms source material in a specific work (e.g., how Shakespeare treats a theme or topic from Ovid or the Bible or how a later author draws on a play by Shakespeare).
Edge Level C TE Page References: The opportunity to address this objective is available. See, for example: T233, T264, T627D, T684-T693
Range of Reading and Level of Text Complexity 10. By the end of grade 9, read and comprehend literature, including stories, dramas, and poems, in the grades 9–10 text complexity band proficiently, with scaffolding as needed at the high end of the range.
By the end of grade 10, read and comprehend literature, including stories, dramas, and poems, at the high end of the grades 9–10 text complexity band independently and proficiently.
Edge Level C TE Page References: This objective is addressed extensively throughout. See, for example: T9-T24, T25, T37-T56, T57, T69-T89, T90-T91, T235-T252, T253-T255, T263-T283, T284, T632-T637, T639-T668, T669, T670-T674, T681-T693 Also, see Edge Library selections: T1C, T1D, T115C, T115D, T225C, T225D, T341C, T341D, T434C, T434D, T531C, T531D, T627C, T627D
Reading Standards for Informational Text
Key Ideas and Details 1. Cite strong and thorough textual evidence to support analysis of what the text says explicitly as well as inferences drawn from the text.
Edge Level C TE Page References: T148, T180, T210, T228, T289, T318, T319, T321, T322, T326, T393, T418, T513, T516
2. Determine a central idea of a text and analyze its development over the course of the text, including how it emerges and is shaped and refined by specific details; provide an objective summary of the text.
Edge Level C TE Page References: T120-T123, T148, T152, T188, T360, T393, T513
3. Analyze how the author unfolds an analysis or series of ideas or events, including the order in which the points are made, how they are introduced and developed, and the connections that are drawn between them.
Edge Level C TE Page References: T180, T346, T348, T351, T356, T358, T360, T362, T365, T366, T367, T368, T375, T378, T380, T383, T384, T386, T387, T401, T404, T406, T408, T409, T410
Common Core Gr. 9-10 correlated to Edge C C-2 NGSP.com / 888.915.3276
Common Core State Standards Grades 9-10
Edge Level C Teacher’s Edition Page References
Craft and Structure 4. Determine the meaning of words and phrases as they are used in a text, including figurative, connotative, and technical meanings; analyze the cumulative impact of specific word choices on meaning and tone (e.g., how the language of a court opinion differs from that of a newspaper).
Edge Level C TE Page References: T18, T34, T44, T124, T132, T138, T155, T156, T157, T158, T169, T184, T193, T209, T260, T272, T350, T359, T372, T373, T374, T383, T400, T451, T475, T498, T540, T553, T559, T561, T562, T583, T586, T595, T611, T678, T679
5. Analyze in detail how an author’s ideas or claims are developed and refined by particular sentences, paragraphs, or larger portions of a text (e.g., a section or chapter).
Edge Level C TE Page References: T162, T165, T167, T180, T319, T320, T321, T322, T348, T351, T356, T357, T358, T359, T360, T362, T375, T383, T388
6. Determine an author’s point of view or purpose in a text and analyze how an author uses rhetoric to advance that point of view or purpose.
Edge Level C TE Page References: T120, T122, T123, T180, T208, T508, T509, T512, T610
Integration of Knowledge and Ideas 7. Analyze various accounts of a subject told in different mediums (e.g., a person’s life story in both print and multimedia), determining which details are emphasized in each account.
Edge Level C TE Page References: T4, T29, T308, T502, T536, T577, T596, T421, T423, T741, T742, T746 T747, T749, T750, T751
8. Delineate and evaluate the argument and specific claims in a text, assessing whether the reasoning is valid and the evidence is relevant and sufficient; identify false statements and fallacious reasoning.
Edge Level C TE Page References: T536, T538, T563, T582
9. Analyze seminal U.S. documents of historical and literary significance (e.g., Washington’s Farewell Address, the Gettysburg Address, Roosevelt’s Four Freedoms speech, King’s “Letter from Birmingham Jail”), including how they address related themes and concepts.
Edge Level C TE Page References: The opportunity to develop coverage of this objective is available. See, for example: T201, T287, T831
Range of Reading and Level of Text Complexity 10. By the end of grade 9, read and comprehend literary nonfiction in the grades 9–10 text complexity band proficiently, with scaffolding as needed at the high end of the range.
By the end of grade 10, read and comprehend literary nonfiction at the high end of the grades 9–10 text complexity band independently and proficiently.
Edge Level C TE Page References: This objective is addressed extensively throughout. See, for example: T92-T96, T120-T123, T159-T172, T346-T349, T375-T387, T388-T393, T402-T410, T586-T600 Also, see Edge Library selections: T1C, T1D, T115C, T115D, T225C, T225D, T341C, T341D, T434C, T434D, T531C, T531D, T627C, T627D
Common Core Gr. 9-10 correlated to Edge C C-3 NGSP.com / 888.915.3276
Common Core State Standards Grades 9-10
Edge Level C Teacher’s Edition Page References
Writing Standards
Text Types and Purposes 1. Write arguments to support claims in an analysis of substantive topics or texts, using valid reasoning and relevant and sufficient evidence. a. Introduce precise claim(s), distinguish the claim(s) from alternate or opposing claims, and create an organization that establishes clear relationships among claim(s), counterclaims, reasons, and evidence.
Edge Level C TE Page References: T328, T329, T330, T331, T332, T336, T463, T559, T583, T614, T616, T618, T620, T622, T826, T833, T834, T835
b. Develop claim(s) and counterclaims fairly, supplying evidence for each while pointing out the strengths and limitations of both in a manner that anticipates the audience’s knowledge level and concerns.
Edge Level C TE Page References: T330, T332, T334, T335, T336, T337, T583, T616, T617, T618, T619, T620, T622, T826
c. Use words, phrases, and clauses to link the major sections of the text, create cohesion, and clarify the relationships between claim(s) and reasons, between reasons and evidence, and between claim(s) and counterclaims.
Edge Level C TE Page References: T333, T334, T335, T336, T583, T622, T625, T626, T834
d. Establish and maintain a formal style and objective tone while attending to the norms and conventions of the discipline in which they are writing.
Edge Level C TE Page References: The opportunity to address formal style and objective tone is available. See, for example: T333, T334, T335, T336, T337, T339, T340, T341, T822, T823, T835
e. Provide a concluding statement or section that follows from and supports the argument presented.
Edge Level C TE Page References: T336, T618, T621, T622, T821, T834
2. Write informative/explanatory texts to examine and convey complex ideas, concepts, and information clearly and accurately through the effective selection, organization, and analysis of content. a. Introduce a topic; organize complex ideas, concepts, and information to make important connections and distinctions; include formatting (e.g., headings), graphics (e.g., figures, tables), and multimedia when useful to aiding comprehension.
Edge Level C TE Page References: T419, T420, T422, T426, T427, T433, T518, T520, T521, T836-T839
b. Develop the topic with well-chosen, relevant, and sufficient facts, extended definitions, concrete details, quotations, or other information and examples appropriate to the audience’s knowledge of the topic.
Edge Level C TE Page References: T422, T424, T426, T520, T522, T524, T525, T836, T837
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c. Use appropriate and varied transitions to link the major sections of the text, create cohesion, and clarify the relationships among complex ideas and concepts.
Edge Level C TE Page References: T213, T220, T426, T427, T818
d. Use precise language and domain-specific vocabulary to manage the complexity of the topic.
Edge Level C TE Page References: T421, T422, T524, T527, T838
e. Establish and maintain a formal style and objective tone while attending to the norms and conventions of the discipline in which they are writing.
Edge Level C TE Page References: T518, T524, T526, T836
f. Provide a concluding statement or section that follows from and supports the information or explanation presented (e.g., articulating implications or the significance of the topic).
Edge Level C TE Page References: T423, T518, T521, T752, T836, T838
3. Write narratives to develop real or imagined experiences or events using effective technique, well-chosen details, and well-structured event sequences. a. Engage and orient the reader by setting out a problem, situation, or observation, establishing one or multiple point(s) of view, and introducing a narrator and/or characters; create a smooth progression of experiences or events.
Edge Level C TE Page References: T65, T102, T103, T105, T106, T108, T109, T214, T215, T216, T218, T220, T221, T222, T223, T224, T225, T832
b. Use narrative techniques, such as dialogue, pacing, description, reflection, and multiple plot lines, to develop experiences, events, and/or characters.
Edge Level C TE Page References: T103, T111, T213, T216, T218, T220
c. Use a variety of techniques to sequence events so that they build on one another to create a coherent whole.
Edge Level C TE Page References: T102, T103, T110, T212, T214, T215, T216, T217, T218, T219, T220, T221
d. Use precise words and phrases, telling details, and sensory language to convey a vivid picture of the experiences, events, setting, and/or characters.
Edge Level C TE Page References: T103, T105, T108, T110, T216, T218, T219, T220, T223
e. Provide a conclusion that follows from and reflects on what is experienced, observed, or resolved over the course of the narrative.
Edge Level C TE Page References: T102, T103, T109, T212, T215, T832
Production and Distribution of Writing 4. Produce clear and coherent writing in which the development, organization, and style are appropriate to task, purpose, and audience. (Grade-specific expectations for writing types are defined in standards 1–3 above.)
Edge Level C TE Page References: This objective is addressed extensively throughout. See, for example: T104, T105, T214, T215, T330, T331, T422, T423, T424, T520, T521, T616, T617, T618, T620, T810, T826
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Common Core State Standards Grades 9-10
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5. Develop and strengthen writing as needed by planning, revising, editing, rewriting, or trying a new approach, focusing on addressing what is most significant for a specific purpose and audience.
Edge Level C TE Page References: This objective is addressed extensively throughout. See, for example: T104, T105, T106, T108, T109, T110, T111, T112, T113, T211, T212, T214, T215, T216, T218, T219, T220, T221, T222, T223, T328, T330, T331, T332, T334, T335, T336, T337, T338, T339, T420, T421, T422, T423, T426, T427, T428, T429, T430, T431, T526, T527, T616, T617, T620, T621, T622, T623, T624, T625, T809
6. Use technology, including the Internet, to produce, publish, and update individual or shared writing products, taking advantage of technology’s capacity to link to other information and to display information flexibly and dynamically.
Edge Level C TE Page References: T225, T341, T433, T814, T815
Research to Build and Present Knowledge 7. Conduct short as well as more sustained research projects to answer a question (including a self-generated question) or solve a problem; narrow or broaden the inquiry when appropriate; synthesize multiple sources on the subject, demonstrating understanding of the subject under investigation.
Edge Level C TE Page References: This objective is addressed extensively throughout. See, for example: T33, T65, T99, T291, T419-T433, T484, T517-T531, T611, T749-T754
8. Gather relevant information from multiple authoritative print and digital sources, using advanced searches effectively; assess the usefulness of each source in answering the research question; integrate information into the text selectively to maintain the flow of ideas, avoiding plagiarism and following a standard format for citation.
Edge Level C TE Page References: T421, T423, T424, T520, T522, T746, T747, T750, T751, T838, T839
9. Draw evidence from literary or informational texts to support analysis, reflection, and research. a. Apply grades 9–10 Reading standards to literature (e.g., “Analyze how an author draws on and transforms source material in a specific work [e.g., how Shakespeare treats a theme or topic from Ovid or the Bible or how a later author draws on a play by Shakespeare]”).
Edge Level C TE Page References: T31, T63, T97, T148, T180, T252, T257, T283, T289, T323, T393, T456, T461, T483, T513, T675, T699, T721
b. Apply grades 9–10 Reading standards to literary nonfiction (e.g., “Delineate and evaluate the argument and specific claims in a text, assessing whether the reasoning is valid and the evidence is relevant and sufficient; identify false statements and fallacious reasoning”).
Edge Level C TE Page References: T31, T63, T153, T179, T207, T289, T323, T369, T395, T415, T513, T557, T581, T609
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Common Core State Standards Grades 9-10
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Range of Writing 10. Write routinely over extended time frames (time for research, reflection, and revision) and shorter time frames (a single sitting or a day or two) for a range of tasks, purposes, and audiences.
Edge Level C TE Page References: T31, T33, T63, T65, T97, T101-115, T153, T155, T179, T181, T207, T209, T211-T225, T238, T257, T259, T291, T323, T327-T341, T371, T395, T419-T433, T461, T463, T483, T485, T513-T531, T557, T559, T560, T609, T675, T677, T701, T721
Speaking and Listening Standards
Comprehension and Collaboration 1. Initiate and participate effectively in a range of collaborative discussions (one-on-one, in groups, and teacher-led) with diverse partners on grades 9–10 topics, texts, and issues, building on others’ ideas and expressing their own clearly and persuasively. a. Come to discussions prepared, having read and researched material under study; explicitly draw on that preparation by referring to evidence from texts and other research on the topic or issue to stimulate a thoughtful, well-reasoned exchange of ideas.
Edge Level C TE Page References: This objective is addressed extensively throughout. See, for example: T98, T119, T209, T210, T226, T228, T229, T326, T345, T398-T399, T418, T434, T436, T437, T462, T487, T532, T534, T558
b. Work with peers to set rules for collegial discussions and decision-making (e.g., informal consensus, taking votes on key issues, presentation of alternate views), clear goals and deadlines, and individual roles as needed.
Edge Level C TE Page References: T119, T229, T345, T398, T399, T437, T738 Further opportunity to address this objective is available. See, for example: T40, T128, T162, T209, T492, T566, T590
c. Propel conversations by posing and responding to questions that relate the current discussion to broader themes or larger ideas; actively incorporate others into the discussion; and clarify, verify, or challenge ideas and conclusions.
Edge Level C TE Page References: This objective is addressed extensively throughout. See, for example: T2, T64, T98, T100, T209, T210, T228, T398-T399, T462, T484, T590, T612, T630, T728-T738
d. Respond thoughtfully to diverse perspectives, summarize points of agreement and disagreement, and, when warranted, qualify or justify their own views and understanding and make new connections in light of the evidence and reasoning presented.
Edge Level C TE Page References: T98, T181, T209, T398-T399, T537, T558, T734 Also see Discuss the Quotations and Evaluate a Speaker’s Message for further opportunity to address this objective: T116, T226, T434, T532, T628
2. Integrate multiple sources of information presented in diverse media or formats (e.g., visually, quantitatively, orally) evaluating the credibility and accuracy of each source.
Edge Level C TE Page References: T99, T182, T341, T345, T397, T418, T536, T585, T747, T748
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Common Core State Standards Grades 9-10
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3. Evaluate a speaker’s point of view, reasoning, and use of evidence and rhetoric, identifying any fallacious reasoning or exaggerated or distorted evidence.
Edge Level C TE Page References: T293, T399, T423, T487, T536-T537, T539, T585 Also see on-line rubrics mentioned on pages: T210, T326, T418, T516, T612
Presentation of Knowledge and Ideas 4. Present information, findings, and supporting evidence clearly, concisely, and logically such that listeners can follow the line of reasoning and the organization, development, substance, and style are appropriate to purpose, audience, and task.
Edge Level C TE Page References: T183, T293, T397, T398, T418, T486, T585, T612, T739
5. Make strategic use of digital media (e.g., textual, graphical, audio, visual, and interactive elements) in presentations to enhance understanding of findings, reasoning, and evidence and to add interest.
Edge Level C TE Page References: T341, T345, T418, T433, T584, T585
6. Adapt speech to a variety of contexts and tasks, demonstrating command of formal English when indicated or appropriate.
Edge Level C TE Page References: T416, T722, T735, T736, T739
Language Standards
Conventions of Standard English 1. Demonstrate command of the conventions of standard English grammar and usage when writing or speaking. a. Use parallel structure.
Edge Level C TE Page References: T529, T875
b. Use various types of phrases (noun, verb, adjectival, adverbial, participial, prepositional, absolute) and clauses (independent, dependent; noun, relative, adverbial) to convey specific meanings and add variety and interest to writing or presentations.
Edge Level C TE Page References: T558, T568, T570, T582, T592, T594, T610, T712, T714, T722, T851, T873, T871
2. Demonstrate command of the conventions of standard English capitalization, punctuation, and spelling when writing. a. Use a semicolon (and perhaps a conjunctive adverb) to link two or more closely related independent clauses.
Edge Level C TE Page References: T114, T338, T610, T869, T871, T881
b. Use a colon to introduce a list or quotation.
Edge Level C TE Page References: T114, T879
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Common Core State Standards Grades 9-10
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c. Spell correctly.
Edge Level C TE Page References: T113, T223, T325, T463, T882, T888, T889, T890, T891
Knowledge of Language 3. Apply knowledge of language to understand how language functions in different contexts, to make effective choices for meaning or style, and to comprehend more fully when reading or listening.
a. Write and edit work so that it conforms to the guidelines in a style manual (e.g., MLA Handbook, Turabian’s Manual for Writers) appropriate for the discipline and writing type.
Edge Level C TE Page References: T421, T424, T522, T753, T813, T836, T839
Vocabulary Acquisition and Use 4. Determine or clarify the meaning of unknown and multiple-meaning words and phrases based on grades 9–10 reading and content, choosing flexibly from a range of strategies. a. Use context (e.g., the overall meaning of a sentence, paragraph, or text; a word’s position or function in a sentence) as a clue to the meaning of a word or phrase.
Edge Level C TE Page References: T92, T96, T128, T131, T155, T157, T181, T209, T371, T373, T679
b. Identify and correctly use patterns of word changes that indicate different meanings or parts of speech (e.g., analyze, analysis, analytical; advocate, advocacy).
Edge Level C TE Page References: T259, T261, T291, T325, T405, T804
c. Consult general and specialized reference materials (e.g., dictionaries, glossaries, thesauruses), both print and digital, to find the pronunciation of a word or determine or clarify its precise meaning, its part of speech, or its etymology.
Edge Level C TE Page References: T8, T36, T68, T124, T158, T184, T234, T262, T294, T350, T374, T400, T442, T465, T466, T488, T540, T561, T562, T586, T638, T679, T680, T704, T805
d. Verify the preliminary determination of the meaning of a word or phrase (e.g., by checking the inferred meaning in context or in a dictionary).
Edge Level C TE Page References: T8, T36, T68, T124, T128, T155, T157, T158, T184, T209, T234, T262, T294, T350, T373, T374, T400, T442, T465, T466, T488, T540, T561, T562, T586, T638, T679, T680, T704, T805
5. Demonstrate understanding of figurative language, word relationships, and nuances in word meanings. a. Interpret figures of speech (e.g., euphemism, oxymoron) in context and analyze their role in the text.
Edge Level C TE Page References: T12, T383, T405, T457, T459, T460, T475, T477, T485, T677, T679, T690, T694, T695, T698, T701, T723, T740, T801
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Common Core State Standards Grades 9-10
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b. Analyze nuances in the meaning of words with similar denotations.
Edge Level C TE Page References: T559, T561, T583, T561, T611, T802
6. Acquire and use accurately general academic and domain-specific words and phrases, sufficient for reading, writing, speaking, and listening at the college and career readiness level; demonstrate independence in gathering vocabulary knowledge when considering a word or phrase important to comprehension or expression.
Edge Level C TE Page References: This objective is addressed extensively throughout. See, for example: T8, T18, T34, T36, T44, T68, T124, T132, T138, T156, T158, T169, T184, T193, T234, T260, T262, T272, T294, T304, T334, T350, T357, T359, T372, T374, T383, T400, T407, T442, T451, T498, T449, T466, T470, T473, T475, T488, T501, T540, T547, T553, T569, T562, T586, T593, T595, T605, T638, T645, T656, T678, T679, T680, T687, T704
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