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Write narratives using an appropriate pace to create tension, mood, and/or tone.
Standard #: ELA.10.C.1.2
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Standard Clarifications
Clarification 1: See Writing Types and Narrative Techniques.
General Information
Subject Area: English Language Arts (B.E.S.T.)
Grade: 10
Strand: Communication
Standard: Communicating Through Writing
Date Adopted or Revised: 08/20
Status: State Board Approved
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  • ELA.10.C.1.AP.2 # Write a narrative using an appropriate pace to create tension, mood and/or tone.
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