CCSS.ELA-Literacy.L.5.5 - Demonstrate understanding of figurative language, word relationships, and nuances in word meanings.

CCSS.ELA-Literacy.L.5.5.a - Interpret figurative language, including similes and metaphors, in context.

CCSS.ELA-Literacy.L.5.5.b - Recognize and explain the meaning of common idioms, adages, and proverbs.

CCSS.ELA-Literacy.L.5.5.c - Use the relationship between particular words (e.g., synonyms, antonyms, homographs) to better understand each of the words.

 
Authors: National Governors Association Center for Best Practices, Council of Chief State School Officers

Title: CCSS.ELA-Literacy.L.5.5 Demonstrate Understanding Of Figurative Language, Word Relationships,... Language - 5th Grade English Language Arts Common Core State Standards

Publisher: National Governors Association Center for Best Practices, Council of Chief State School Officers, Washington D.C.

Copyright Date: 2010

(Page last edited 10/08/2017)

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