The student will identify the meaning of words and phrases derived from Greek and Latin mythology (e.g., mercurial, Achilles' heel) and identify frequently used words from other languages (e.g., laissez faire, croissant).
General Information
Subject Area: X-Reading/Language Arts (former standards - 2008)
Grade: 6
Strand: Reading Process
Standard: Vocabulary Development - The student uses multiple strategies to develop grade appropriate vocabulary.
Date Adopted or Revised: 01/07
Status: State Board Approved - Archived
Assessed: Yes
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