English Language Arts (2021) Grade(s): 4

ELA21.4.10a

Explain how specific word choices shape meaning or tone.

Unpacked Content

Knowledge

  • Words have nuanced shades of meaning.
  • Authors choose to use specific words to convey intended meaning and create tone in the text.

Skills

  • Explain how the specific word choices of an author create meaning and indicate tone in the text.

Understanding

  • Words can determine the tone of the text and contribute to text meaning.

Vocabulary

  • Word choice
  • Meaning
  • Tone
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