Common Core Standard L.11-12.3a Questions

Vary syntax for effect, consulting references (e.g., Tufte’s Artful Sentences) for guidance as needed; apply an understanding of syntax to the study of complex texts when reading.

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Grade 12 Combining Sentences CCSS: CCRA.L.3, L.11-12.3, L.11-12.3a

“The cold passed reluctantly from the earth, and the retiring fogs revealed an army stretched out on the hills, resting." - The Red Badge of Courage

Read the sentence above. Rewrite this iconic opening line as two sentences. How does taking apart the sentences change the meaning?

Grade 11 Vocabulary CCSS: CCRA.L.3, CCRA.L.4, L.11-12.3a, L.11-12.4c

fidg-et n (1674) 1: uneasiness or restlessness

What part of speech is fidget? noun

Grade 12 Sentence Structure CCSS: CCRA.L.3, L.11-12.3, L.11-12.3a

"Mother died today. Or maybe, yesterday; I can't be sure." - The Stranger

In the sentence above, why is it okay that the author started the second sentence with the conjunction "or"?

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