La Habra High School
English Department

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Language Arts Standards - English 2

READING

• understand and create figures of speech.
• determine meaning based on roots.
• compare the dictionary meaning and the associative meaning of words.
• paraphrase literary passages..
• ask discovery-based questions.
• paraphrase primary source documents.
• synthesize ideas from multiple sources and/or authors to demonstrate understanding.
• formulate opinions based on research.
• demonstrate technical proficiency when using research tools.
• define and identify logical fallacies.
• evaluate the organization and clarity of informational documents.
• identify author bias.
• identify tone and point of view.
• examine more than one perspective.
• identify types and characteristics of plays.
• understand the effect of dramatic forms.
• analyze similar themes in different forms of literature.
• identify characteristics of literary genres.
• identify internal and external conflict.
• identify character types and motivation.
• recognize the function of character foils.
• define characterization.
• understand character personality traits.
• create a theme statement.
• know the difference between theme and subject.
• show evidence of the author's meaning.
• define and recognize plot development.
• know the difference between chronological and episodic plot development.
• recognize the importance of literary devices and figurative language.
• interpret the author's meaning.
• explain the influence of ambiguities, subtleties, contradictions, ironies, and incongruities.
• discuss challenges to understanding.
• identify point of view.
• analyze how point of view affects story elements.
• explain the purpose of speech, characterization, and setting.
• evaluate the success of a writer's style.
• analyze how word choice reveals the writer's attitude.
• recognize historical influences on literature.

WRITTEN & ORAL ENGLISH LANGUAGE CONVENTIONS

• identify grammatical structures.
• demonstrate correct usage of standard English.
• utilize appropriate punctuation.
• use proper paragraph format.
• write with the appropriate diction.
• demonstrate control of standard English.
• produce professional portfolio quality work.
• use appropriate capitalization.
• use correct punctuation.
• synthesize standard English into classroom discussions.
• use standard manuscript form.
• follow instructions and/or examples.

WRITING

• create a clear thesis statement.
• write topic sentences to support the thesis.
• provide supporting evidence.
• distinguish active and passive voices.
• use descriptive and analytical language.
• utilize library resources.
• develop interviewing techniques.
• practice note-taking skills.
• form exploratory questions.
• identify key words.
• identify main points of an argument.
• organize supportive evidence.
• explore different research resources.
• organize and interpret information.
• distinguish paraphrasing & summarizing.
• utilize techniques for adding evidence.
• select meaningful quotations.
• include page citations.
• use appropriate documentation.
• know documentation standards.
• synthesize information.
• incorporate technology into writing.
• produce a final product.
• use revision strategies to edit composition.
• utilize concrete & sensory details.
• organize narratives using plot devices.
• interpret ideas in literature.
• produce informed responses to text.
• analyze key passages.
• speculate about author's purpose.
• use commentary to support thesis.
• create well-supported compositions.
• create visuals to support ideas.
• evaluate data, facts, and ideas.
• use proper documentation format.
• formulate a clear thesis.
• create persuasive arguments.
• use appropriate argumentation style.
• address counter arguments.

LISTENING & SPEAKING

• develop & support opinions for discussion.
• analyze media presentations and perspectives.
• use a variety of organizational patterns.
• create a defensible argument.
• use multimedia for interest & understanding.
• condense information into essential points.
• use key-word outline.
• judge importance of audience & situation.
• identify rhetorical devices.
• know the influence of content and presentation.
• evaluate the effectiveness of a speech.
• examine types of arguments.
• compare and contrast media presentations.
• create and present an informative speech.
• use primary and secondary sources.
• choose information to support a thesis.
• acknowledge audience bias.
• produce thoughtful, informed responses to text.
• interpret ideas in literature.
• analyze key passages.
• speculate about author's purpose.
• use commentary to support thesis.
• formulate a clear thesis with supporting details.
• use appropriate argumentation style.
• create persuasive arguments.