Standard - AS.L.1:
Demonstrate command of the conventions of academic English grammar and usage when writing or speaking.

Standard - AS.L.2:
Demonstrate command of the conventions of academic English capitalization, punctuation, and spelling when writing.

Standard - AS.L.3:
Apply knowledge of language to understand how language functions in different contexts, to make effective choices for meaning or style, and to comprehend more fully when reading or listening.

Standard - AS.L.4:
Determine or clarify the meaning of unknown and multiple-meaning words and phrases by using context clues, analyzing meaningful word parts, and consulting general and specialized reference materials, as appropriate.

Standard - AS.L.5:
Demonstrate understanding of figurative language, word relationships and nuances in word meanings.

Standard - AS.L.6:
Acquire and accurately use general academic and content-specific words and phrases sufficient for reading, writing, speaking, and listening; demonstrate independence in gathering and applying vocabulary knowledge when considering a word or phrase important to comprehension or expression.