9/12-1-1 Determines meanings of terms and symbols through context

9/12-1-2 Recognizes the effectiveness of writing techniques in accomplishing a purpose

9/12-1-3 Represents key ideas and supporting details in a variety of forms

9/12-1-4 Identifies and analyzes the philosophical assumptions and basic beliefs underlying an author's work

9/12-1-5 Uses a range of automatic monitoring and self-correction methods (e.g., rereading, slowing down, subvocalizing)

Standard: 2 Demonstrates competence in the general skills and strategies for reading a variety of texts

9/12-2-1 Analyzes the effectiveness of complex elements of plot (e.g., time frame, cause-and-effect relationships, conflicts, resolutions)

9/12-2-2 Recognizes symbolism and universal themes in texts (e.g., historical, cultural)

9/12-2-3 Applies reading skills and strategies to a variety of texts (e.g., fiction, nonfiction, myths, poems, biographies, autobiographies, science fiction, supernatural tales, satires, parodies, plays, American literature, British literature, world and ancient literature)

9/12-2-4 Makes abstract connections between his or her own life and the characters, events, motives, and causes of conflict in texts

9/12-2-5 Knows the defining characteristics of a variety of texts (e.g., textbooks, biographical sketches, letters, diaries, directions, procedures, magazines, essays, primary source historical documents, editorials, news stories, periodicals, catalogues, job-related materials, schedules, speeches, memoranda)

9/12-2-6 Uses discussions with peers as a way of understanding information