240's TX PACT: English Language Arts and Reading: Grades 7–12 Study Guide Is 97% Test-Aligned
240's TX PACT: English Language Arts and Reading: Grades 7–12 study guide is built around the official exam framework so you can study what is actually tested. This page shows exactly how the guide maps to the real exam — SMR by SMR and competency by competency — so you can see where coverage is strongest, where some depth gaps remain, and how each part of the guide supports your prep.
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VOCABULARY, READING COMPREHENSION, AND READING VARIOUS TEXT FORMS (DOMAIN I)
Partially covered
SMR I.0001 Understand strategies for developing vocabulary knowledge and reading comprehension.
222 Qs8 Materials43 Cards4 VideosCovered
| Official Competency | Matching 240 Topics | Alignment | Qs | Mats | Cards | Vids | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| A. Use knowledge of syntactic rules and word structure and contextual analysis skills to help identify word meanings. | ELA.Word Analysis from Roots and Affixes; ELA.Teaching - Determining Meaning of Words | Covered | 77 | 2 | 20 | 2 | Covered by 2 topics (77 questions, 2 materials, 20 cards, 2 videos). |
| B. Determine the denotative and connotative meanings of words and phrases, including the meanings of homonyms, synonyms, and antonyms. | ELA.Word Relationships; ELA.Teaching - Determining Meaning of Words; ELA.Connotation vs Denotation | Covered | 75 | 3 | 18 | 2 | Covered by 3 topics (75 questions, 3 materials, 18 cards, 2 videos). |
| C. Relate words and phrases that are derivatives and borrowings to their origins in other languages. | ELA.Greek and Latin Roots | Covered | 15 | 1 | 4 | 0 | Covered by 1 topic (15 questions, 1 materials, 4 cards, 0 videos). |
| D. Recognize the historical, social, cultural, regional, and technological influences that have helped shape the English language. | ELA.Influences on Language | Covered | 16 | 1 | 14 | 0 | Covered by 1 topic (16 questions, 1 materials, 14 cards, 0 videos). |
| E. Connect unfamiliar words and phrases with familiar words, phrases, concepts, and experiences. | ELA.Teaching - Determining Meaning of Words; ELA.Skill - Meaning of Words from Contextual, Syntactic, and Semantic Clues | Covered | 118 | 2 | 14 | 2 | Covered by 2 topics (118 questions, 2 materials, 14 cards, 2 videos). |
| F. Recognize an appropriate reading strategy to use for a particular text and purpose. | ELA.Teaching - Reading Comprehension Advanced | Covered | 25 | 1 | 2 | 0 | Covered by 1 topic (25 questions, 1 materials, 2 cards, 0 videos). |
| G. Recognize appropriate research-based reading comprehension strategies to use before, during, and after reading. | ELA.Teaching - Reading Comprehension Advanced | Covered | 25 | 1 | 2 | 0 | Covered by 1 topic (25 questions, 1 materials, 2 cards, 0 videos). |
SMR I.0002 Understand strategies for reading informational texts.
304 Qs10 Materials33 Cards7 VideosPartially covered
| Official Competency | Matching 240 Topics | Alignment | Qs | Mats | Cards | Vids | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| A. Recognize the characteristics of various types of informational texts, such as newspapers, textbooks, online encyclopedias, and webzines. | ELA.Nonliterary Text | Partially covered | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | Partial coverage by 1 topic (1 questions, 1 materials, 0 cards, 0 videos); limited supporting content. |
| B. Use knowledge of the organizational features and structure of an informational text to help enhance comprehension of the text. | ELA.Types of Organization | Covered | 25 | 1 | 12 | 1 | Covered by 1 topic (25 questions, 1 materials, 12 cards, 1 videos). |
| C. Identify the main idea, purpose, and intended audience of an informational text. | ELA.Skill - Main Idea / Primary Purpose; ELA.Skill - Identify Audience | Covered | 101 | 2 | 3 | 2 | Covered by 2 topics (101 questions, 2 materials, 3 cards, 2 videos). |
| D. Distinguish between general statements and specific details presented in an informational text. | ELA.Skill - Supporting Ideas | Covered | 46 | 1 | 0 | 1 | Covered by 1 topic (46 questions, 1 materials, 0 cards, 1 videos). |
| E. Assess the relevance, importance, and sufficiency of evidence, examples, and reasons provided to explain a concept or process presented in an informational text. | ELA.Skill - Analyze Evidence | Covered | 46 | 1 | 4 | 0 | Covered by 1 topic (46 questions, 1 materials, 4 cards, 0 videos). |
| G. Recognize an accurate summary of an informational text. | ELA.Skill - Pick Best Summary | Covered | 33 | 1 | 1 | 1 | Covered by 1 topic (33 questions, 1 materials, 1 cards, 1 videos). |
| H. Interpret graphic features used in informational texts, such as tables, graphs, and charts. | ELA.Skill - Interpret Tables; ELA.Skill - Interpret Graphs | Covered | 23 | 2 | 7 | 1 | Covered by 2 topics (23 questions, 2 materials, 7 cards, 1 videos). |
| F. Assess the credibility, objectivity, and reliability of various sources used in an informational text. | ELA.Credible Sources | Covered | 29 | 1 | 6 | 1 | Covered by 1 topic (29 questions, 1 materials, 6 cards, 1 videos). |
SMR I.0003 Understand strategies for reading persuasive texts.
277 Qs10 Materials35 Cards6 VideosPartially covered
| Official Competency | Matching 240 Topics | Alignment | Qs | Mats | Cards | Vids | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| A. Recognize the characteristics of various types of persuasive texts, such as editorials, propaganda, and print and Web pop-up advertisements. | ELA.Nonliterary Text | Partially covered | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | Partial coverage by 1 topic (1 questions, 1 materials, 0 cards, 0 videos); limited supporting content. |
| B. Use knowledge of the organizational features and structure of a persuasive text to help enhance comprehension of the text. | ELA.Types of Organization; ELA.Skill - Analyze Organization | Covered | 53 | 2 | 19 | 1 | Covered by 2 topics (53 questions, 2 materials, 19 cards, 1 videos). |
| C. Identify the main idea, purpose, and intended audience of a persuasive text. | ELA.Skill - Main Idea / Primary Purpose; ELA.Skill - Identify Audience | Covered | 101 | 2 | 3 | 2 | Covered by 2 topics (101 questions, 2 materials, 3 cards, 2 videos). |
| D. Distinguish between facts and opinions presented in a persuasive text. | ELA.Skill - Fact vs Opinion | Covered | 20 | 1 | 3 | 1 | Covered by 1 topic (20 questions, 1 materials, 3 cards, 1 videos). |
| E. Assess the relevance, importance, and sufficiency of evidence, examples, and reasons provided to support an argument presented in a persuasive text. | ELA.Skill - Analyze Evidence | Covered | 46 | 1 | 4 | 0 | Covered by 1 topic (46 questions, 1 materials, 4 cards, 0 videos). |
| G. Analyze the use of rhetorical devices and techniques in a persuasive text, such as repetition, exaggeration, and logical, emotional, and ethical appeals. | ELA.Skill - Identify Techniques and Approaches | Covered | 14 | 1 | 0 | 0 | Covered by 1 topic (14 questions, 1 materials, 0 cards, 0 videos). |
| H. Interpret graphic features used in persuasive texts, such as photographs and illustrations. | ELA.Skill - Use Navigational Text Features | Covered | 13 | 1 | 3 | 1 | Covered by 1 topic (13 questions, 1 materials, 3 cards, 1 videos). |
| F. Assess the credibility, objectivity, and reliability of various sources used in a persuasive text. | ELA.Credible Sources | Covered | 29 | 1 | 6 | 1 | Covered by 1 topic (29 questions, 1 materials, 6 cards, 1 videos). |
SMR I.0004 Understand strategies for reading technical and functional texts.
41 Qs2 Materials42 Cards0 VideosPartially covered
| Official Competency | Matching 240 Topics | Alignment | Qs | Mats | Cards | Vids | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| A. Recognize the characteristics of various types of technical texts, such as warranties and contracts, and various types of functional texts, such as timetables and application forms. | ELA.Nonliterary Text | Partially covered | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | Partial coverage by 1 topic (1 questions, 1 materials, 0 cards, 0 videos); limited supporting content. |
| B. Use information presented in technical texts to gain knowledge and develop skills, such as learning and exercising consumers' and citizens' rights. | ELA.Teaching - Reading Comprehension (Informational Texts) | Covered | 40 | 1 | 42 | 0 | Covered by 1 topic (40 questions, 1 materials, 42 cards, 0 videos). |
| C. Use information presented in functional texts to confirm facts and perform tasks, such as planning travel or applying for a job. | ELA.Teaching - Reading Comprehension (Informational Texts) | Covered | 40 | 1 | 42 | 0 | Covered by 1 topic (40 questions, 1 materials, 42 cards, 0 videos). |
| D. Interpret graphic features used in technical texts, such as flowcharts and schematics, and in functional texts, such as keys/legends and diagrams. | ELA.Teaching - Reading Comprehension (Informational Texts) | Covered | 40 | 1 | 42 | 0 | Covered by 1 topic (40 questions, 1 materials, 42 cards, 0 videos). |
ANALYZING AND INTERPRETING LITERATURE (DOMAIN II)
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SMR II.0005 Understand strategies for analyzing and interpreting various forms of literary nonfiction, fiction, and drama.
146 Qs9 Materials119 Cards2 VideosCovered
| Official Competency | Matching 240 Topics | Alignment | Qs | Mats | Cards | Vids | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| A. Recognize the characteristics of various forms of literary nonfiction, fiction, and drama, such as the critical biography, political essay, psychological novel, and tragic play. | ELA.Advanced Literary Genres | Covered | 20 | 1 | 47 | 0 | Covered by 1 topic (20 questions, 1 materials, 47 cards, 0 videos). |
| B. Analyze the use of rhetorical, dramatic, and literary devices and techniques, such as analogy, soliloquy, and foreshadowing, in a work of literary prose. | ELA.Skill - Author's Use of Literary Devices | Covered | 11 | 1 | 11 | 0 | Covered by 1 topic (11 questions, 1 materials, 11 cards, 0 videos). |
| C. Analyze the use of point of view, tone, voice, and mood in a work of literary prose. | ELA.Skill - Identify Tone; ELA.Skill - Analyze Impact of POV | Covered | 34 | 2 | 13 | 0 | Covered by 2 topics (34 questions, 2 materials, 13 cards, 0 videos). |
| D. Analyze the use of structural elements, such as denouement and flashback, in a work of literary prose. | ELA.Narrative Techniques | Covered | 10 | 1 | 22 | 0 | Covered by 1 topic (10 questions, 1 materials, 22 cards, 0 videos). |
| E. Analyze word choice and the use of words and word combinations in a work of literary prose. | ELA.Skill - Word Choice | Covered | 25 | 1 | 5 | 1 | Covered by 1 topic (25 questions, 1 materials, 5 cards, 1 videos). |
| F. Analyze plot, setting, and characterization in a work of literary prose. | ELA.Skill - Characters, Setting, and Plot | Covered | 23 | 1 | 7 | 0 | Covered by 1 topic (23 questions, 1 materials, 7 cards, 0 videos). |
| G. Interpret central ideas or themes in a work of literary prose. | ELA.Common Themes in Literary Works; ELA.Skill - Determine Theme | Covered | 23 | 2 | 27 | 1 | Covered by 2 topics (23 questions, 2 materials, 27 cards, 1 videos). |
SMR II.0006 Understand strategies for analyzing and interpreting various forms of poetry.
155 Qs6 Materials54 Cards3 VideosCovered
| Official Competency | Matching 240 Topics | Alignment | Qs | Mats | Cards | Vids | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| A. Recognize the characteristics of various forms of poetry, such as the epic, ode, sonnet, ballad, villanelle, and tanka. | ELA.Advanced Poetry | Covered | 18 | 1 | 16 | 0 | Covered by 1 topic (18 questions, 1 materials, 16 cards, 0 videos). |
| B. Analyze the use of poetic devices, such as allusion, paradox, symbolism, imagery, and irony, in a work of poetry. | ELA.Skill - Meaning of Figurative Language Advanced | Covered | 22 | 1 | 14 | 1 | Covered by 1 topic (22 questions, 1 materials, 14 cards, 1 videos). |
| C. Analyze the use of figures of speech, such as simile, metaphor, personification, and metonymy, in a work of poetry. | ELA.Types of Figurative Language; ELA.Skill - Meaning of Figurative Language | Covered | 67 | 2 | 12 | 1 | Covered by 2 topics (67 questions, 2 materials, 12 cards, 1 videos). |
| D. Analyze the use of point of view, tone, voice, and mood in a work of poetry. | ELA.Skill - Analyze Poems | Covered | 35 | 1 | 4 | 1 | Covered by 1 topic (35 questions, 1 materials, 4 cards, 1 videos). |
| E. Analyze the use of stanzaic and metrical structures and verse forms, such as the quatrain, iambic pentameter, and free verse, in a work of poetry. | ELA.Types of Poem Structures | Covered | 13 | 1 | 14 | 0 | Covered by 1 topic (13 questions, 1 materials, 14 cards, 0 videos). |
| F. Analyze the use of formal rhyme schemes and sound devices, such as alliteration and assonance, in a work of poetry. | ELA.Types of Poem Structures | Covered | 13 | 1 | 14 | 0 | Covered by 1 topic (13 questions, 1 materials, 14 cards, 0 videos). |
| G. Interpret central ideas or themes in a work of poetry. | ELA.Skill - Analyze Poems | Covered | 35 | 1 | 4 | 1 | Covered by 1 topic (35 questions, 1 materials, 4 cards, 1 videos). |
SMR II.0007 Understand the major characteristics of literatures from around the world.
58 Qs5 Materials42 Cards0 VideosCovered
| Official Competency | Matching 240 Topics | Alignment | Qs | Mats | Cards | Vids | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| A. Demonstrate knowledge of major literary genres, styles, and trends associated with literatures from around the world. | ELA.Literary Movements and Periods; ELA.Young Adult Literature | Covered | 28 | 2 | 34 | 0 | Covered by 2 topics (28 questions, 2 materials, 34 cards, 0 videos). |
| B. Demonstrate knowledge of the formal, stylistic, and thematic characteristics of major works and writers of literatures from around the world. | ELA.Noteworthy Books and Authors; ELA.Noteworthy Poems and Poets | Covered | 20 | 2 | 6 | 0 | Covered by 2 topics (20 questions, 2 materials, 6 cards, 0 videos). |
| C. Demonstrate knowledge of the formal, stylistic, and thematic characteristics of major movements and periods in literatures from around the world. | ELA.Literary Movements and Periods | Covered | 18 | 1 | 25 | 0 | Covered by 1 topic (18 questions, 1 materials, 25 cards, 0 videos). |
| D. Demonstrate knowledge of the formal, stylistic, and thematic characteristics of major literary genres and works from the oral tradition. | ELA.Teaching - Oral Tradition | Covered | 10 | 1 | 2 | 0 | Covered by 1 topic (10 questions, 1 materials, 2 cards, 0 videos). |
SMR II.0008 Understand the major historical, social, cultural, and political aspects of literatures from around the world.
15 Qs1 Materials0 Cards0 VideosCovered
| Official Competency | Matching 240 Topics | Alignment | Qs | Mats | Cards | Vids | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| A. Examine in literary works references to major historical events and to major social, cultural, and political movements and institutions that have influenced the development of literatures from around the world. | ELA.Skill - Analyze Historical Text | Covered | 15 | 1 | 0 | 0 | Covered by 1 topic (15 questions, 1 materials, 0 cards, 0 videos). |
| B. Examine in literary works the expression of diverse values, attitudes, and ideas of peoples from various regional, ethnic, and cultural groups. | ELA.Skill - Analyze Historical Text | Covered | 15 | 1 | 0 | 0 | Covered by 1 topic (15 questions, 1 materials, 0 cards, 0 videos). |
| C. Examine how writers from diverse cultural backgrounds and various historical periods have commented on major historical events and influenced public opinion about and understanding of major social, cultural, and political issues through their literary works. | ELA.Skill - Analyze Historical Text | Covered | 15 | 1 | 0 | 0 | Covered by 1 topic (15 questions, 1 materials, 0 cards, 0 videos). |
| D. Examine how social, cultural, and political issues, such as issues relating to age, gender, ethnicity, and human rights, are explored in classical and contemporary literary works. | ELA.Skill - Analyze Historical Text | Covered | 15 | 1 | 0 | 0 | Covered by 1 topic (15 questions, 1 materials, 0 cards, 0 videos). |
ENGLISH LANGUAGE CONVENTIONS, COMPOSITION, WRITING PROCESS, AND RESEARCH (DOMAIN III)
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SMR III.0009 Understand the conventions of Standard American English and the elements of effective composition.
139 Qs10 Materials38 Cards4 VideosCovered
| Official Competency | Matching 240 Topics | Alignment | Qs | Mats | Cards | Vids | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| A. Demonstrate knowledge of the conventions of spelling and capitalization to use when developing text. | ELA.Teaching - Proper Writing and Grammar Conventions Middle | Covered | 11 | 1 | 4 | 0 | Covered by 1 topic (11 questions, 1 materials, 4 cards, 0 videos). |
| B. Demonstrate knowledge of the conventions of punctuation to use when developing text. | ELA.Teaching - Proper Writing and Grammar Conventions Middle; ELA.Skill - Fix Punctuation | Covered | 39 | 2 | 10 | 1 | Covered by 2 topics (39 questions, 2 materials, 10 cards, 1 videos). |
| C. Demonstrate knowledge of appropriate word usage and grammatical sentence structure to use when developing text. | ELA.Skill - Fix Basic Syntax Usage; ELA.Skill - Pick Best Word | Covered | 38 | 2 | 23 | 2 | Covered by 2 topics (38 questions, 2 materials, 23 cards, 2 videos). |
| D. Recognize methods of developing an introduction to a text that draws a reader's attention, specifies a topic, and provides a thesis. | ELA.Skill - Pick Opening Line (Prompt); ELA.Skill - Pick Best Thesis Statement; ELA.Skill - Pick Opening Line (Passage) | Covered | 39 | 3 | 1 | 1 | Covered by 3 topics (39 questions, 3 materials, 1 cards, 1 videos). |
| E. Recognize methods of developing the body of a text that presents, emphasizes, links, and contrasts ideas in a clear, concise, and coherent manner. | ELA.Clear and Effective Organization; ELA.Teaching - Clear and Coherent Style | Covered | 15 | 2 | 7 | 0 | Covered by 2 topics (15 questions, 2 materials, 7 cards, 0 videos). |
| F. Recognize methods of developing a conclusion to a text that provides a summary or resolution, suggests a course of action, or offers a personal commentary. | ELA.Skill - Pick Closing Line | Covered | 8 | 1 | 0 | 0 | Covered by 1 topic (8 questions, 1 materials, 0 cards, 0 videos). |
SMR III.0010 Understand the writing process.
186 Qs7 Materials33 Cards2 VideosCovered
| Official Competency | Matching 240 Topics | Alignment | Qs | Mats | Cards | Vids | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| A. Demonstrate knowledge of the appropriate form of writing to use for a particular purpose and audience. | ELA.Writing Types and Various Contexts; ELA.Teaching - Writing Types and Various Contexts; ELA.Teaching - Writing Skills - Advanced | Covered | 109 | 3 | 27 | 0 | Covered by 3 topics (109 questions, 3 materials, 27 cards, 0 videos). |
| B. Recognize methods of generating and organizing ideas for writing. | ELA.Teaching - Stages of the Writing Process; ELA.Teaching - Writing Skills - Advanced | Covered | 49 | 2 | 19 | 1 | Covered by 2 topics (49 questions, 2 materials, 19 cards, 1 videos). |
| C. Recognize methods of drafting text to show logical development of a central idea or theme through the use of relevant supporting details. | ELA.Teaching - Details and Main Ideas in Writing; ELA.Teaching - Writing Skills - Advanced | Covered | 36 | 2 | 14 | 0 | Covered by 2 topics (36 questions, 2 materials, 14 cards, 0 videos). |
| D. Recognize methods of revising text to eliminate wordiness, redundancy, distracting details, and extraneous information. | ELA.Skill - Evaluate Writing | Covered | 25 | 1 | 6 | 1 | Covered by 1 topic (25 questions, 1 materials, 6 cards, 1 videos). |
| E. Recognize methods of editing text to generate interest and clarify meaning, such as varying sentence length and structure, maintaining parallelism, and using appropriate transitions. | ELA.Teaching - Revision and Editing Skills | Covered | 11 | 1 | 2 | 0 | Covered by 1 topic (11 questions, 1 materials, 2 cards, 0 videos). |
| F. Recognize methods of proofreading and preparing text for publication. | ELA.Teaching - Stages of the Writing Process | Covered | 27 | 1 | 10 | 1 | Covered by 1 topic (27 questions, 1 materials, 10 cards, 1 videos). |
SMR III.0011 Understand the elements of effective and appropriate research.
123 Qs6 Materials29 Cards3 VideosCovered
| Official Competency | Matching 240 Topics | Alignment | Qs | Mats | Cards | Vids | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| A. Recognize methods of selecting and refining a topic for research. | ELA.The Research Process; ELA.Teaching - The Research Process | Covered | 55 | 2 | 14 | 0 | Covered by 2 topics (55 questions, 2 materials, 14 cards, 0 videos). |
| B. Recognize methods of composing specific, open-ended questions for a research topic. | ELA.The Research Process; ELA.Teaching - The Research Process | Covered | 55 | 2 | 14 | 0 | Covered by 2 topics (55 questions, 2 materials, 14 cards, 0 videos). |
| C. Recognize methods of identifying and locating multiple and various sources of information for a research topic. | ELA.The Research Process; ELA.Teaching - The Research Process | Covered | 55 | 2 | 14 | 0 | Covered by 2 topics (55 questions, 2 materials, 14 cards, 0 videos). |
| D. Recognize methods of assessing the credibility, objectivity, and reliability of sources of information. | ELA.Credible Sources | Covered | 29 | 1 | 6 | 1 | Covered by 1 topic (29 questions, 1 materials, 6 cards, 1 videos). |
| E. Recognize methods of gathering and organizing information from sources systematically. | ELA.The Research Process; ELA.Teaching - The Research Process | Covered | 55 | 2 | 14 | 0 | Covered by 2 topics (55 questions, 2 materials, 14 cards, 0 videos). |
| F. Recognize methods of paraphrasing, summarizing, and quoting information from sources appropriately and of integrating a paraphrase, summary, or quotation effectively into a text. | ELA.Proper Use of Source Information; ELA.Direct Quotations | Covered | 21 | 2 | 9 | 1 | Covered by 2 topics (21 questions, 2 materials, 9 cards, 1 videos). |
| G. Recognize methods of citing or acknowledging sources of information appropriately in a text. | ELA.Skill - Cite Sources | Covered | 18 | 1 | 4 | 1 | Covered by 1 topic (18 questions, 1 materials, 4 cards, 1 videos). |
MODES OF WRITING (DOMAIN IV)
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SMR IV.0012 Understand strategies for narrative writing.
37 Qs3 Materials41 Cards0 VideosPartially covered
| Official Competency | Matching 240 Topics | Alignment | Qs | Mats | Cards | Vids | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| A. Demonstrate knowledge of the forms and purposes of narrative writing, such as describing an event or relating a personal experience. | ELA.Teaching - Narrative Writing Skills | Covered | 24 | 1 | 26 | 0 | Covered by 1 topic (24 questions, 1 materials, 26 cards, 0 videos). |
| B. Recognize methods of selecting and limiting a subject for narrative writing. | ELA.Teaching - Narrative Writing Skills | Covered | 24 | 1 | 26 | 0 | Covered by 1 topic (24 questions, 1 materials, 26 cards, 0 videos). |
| C. Recognize methods of selecting an effective organizational approach to use in narrative writing, such as chronological order, flashback, or in medias res. | ELA.Narrative Techniques | Covered | 10 | 1 | 22 | 0 | Covered by 1 topic (10 questions, 1 materials, 22 cards, 0 videos). |
| D. Recognize methods of selecting effective and appropriate sensory details and using specific nouns and strong verbs to convey precisely the unique aspects of a subject. | ELA.Teaching - Descriptive Writing Skills | Partially covered | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | Partial coverage by 1 topic (3 questions, 1 materials, 0 cards, 0 videos); limited supporting content. |
| E. Recognize methods of selecting an appropriate style, tone, and voice and appropriate diction to use in narrative writing for a particular purpose and audience. | ELA.Teaching - Narrative Writing Skills | Covered | 24 | 1 | 26 | 0 | Covered by 1 topic (24 questions, 1 materials, 26 cards, 0 videos). |
SMR IV.0013 Understand strategies for expository writing.
13 Qs1 Materials9 Cards0 VideosCovered
| Official Competency | Matching 240 Topics | Alignment | Qs | Mats | Cards | Vids | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| A. Demonstrate knowledge of the forms and purposes of expository writing, such as explaining a factual subject, providing or requesting information, or interacting socially or professionally. | ELA.Teaching - Informational Writing Skills | Covered | 13 | 1 | 9 | 0 | Covered by 1 topic (13 questions, 1 materials, 9 cards, 0 videos). |
| B. Recognize methods of selecting and limiting a subject for expository writing. | ELA.Teaching - Informational Writing Skills | Covered | 13 | 1 | 9 | 0 | Covered by 1 topic (13 questions, 1 materials, 9 cards, 0 videos). |
| C. Recognize methods of formulating a specific question to address through expository writing and of developing a thesis statement that provides a focus for writing. | ELA.Teaching - Informational Writing Skills | Covered | 13 | 1 | 9 | 0 | Covered by 1 topic (13 questions, 1 materials, 9 cards, 0 videos). |
| D. Recognize methods of selecting an effective organizational approach to use in expository writing, such as cause-and-effect, problem-and-solution, or chronological order. | ELA.Teaching - Informational Writing Skills | Covered | 13 | 1 | 9 | 0 | Covered by 1 topic (13 questions, 1 materials, 9 cards, 0 videos). |
| E. Recognize methods of selecting effective and appropriate supporting details to use in expository writing, such as statistics and examples. | ELA.Teaching - Informational Writing Skills | Covered | 13 | 1 | 9 | 0 | Covered by 1 topic (13 questions, 1 materials, 9 cards, 0 videos). |
| F. Recognize methods of developing expository writing that is direct, simple, and succinct. | ELA.Teaching - Informational Writing Skills | Covered | 13 | 1 | 9 | 0 | Covered by 1 topic (13 questions, 1 materials, 9 cards, 0 videos). |
SMR IV.0014 Understand strategies for persuasive writing.
19 Qs1 Materials14 Cards0 VideosCovered
| Official Competency | Matching 240 Topics | Alignment | Qs | Mats | Cards | Vids | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| A. Demonstrate knowledge of the forms and purposes of persuasive writing, such as stating an opinion or influencing beliefs. | ELA.Teaching - Persuasive Writing Skills | Covered | 19 | 1 | 14 | 0 | Covered by 1 topic (19 questions, 1 materials, 14 cards, 0 videos). |
| B. Recognize methods of establishing a clear position or controlling idea in persuasive writing. | ELA.Teaching - Persuasive Writing Skills | Covered | 19 | 1 | 14 | 0 | Covered by 1 topic (19 questions, 1 materials, 14 cards, 0 videos). |
| C. Recognize methods of selecting an effective organizational approach to use in persuasive writing, such as logical order or order of importance. | ELA.Teaching - Persuasive Writing Skills | Covered | 19 | 1 | 14 | 0 | Covered by 1 topic (19 questions, 1 materials, 14 cards, 0 videos). |
| D. Recognize methods of selecting effective and appropriate supporting details to use in persuasive writing, such as facts, reasons, and appeals. | ELA.Teaching - Persuasive Writing Skills | Covered | 19 | 1 | 14 | 0 | Covered by 1 topic (19 questions, 1 materials, 14 cards, 0 videos). |
| E. Recognize methods of anticipating questions, concerns, and counterarguments for points made in persuasive writing and of incorporating effective responses to them into the writing. | ELA.Teaching - Persuasive Writing Skills | Covered | 19 | 1 | 14 | 0 | Covered by 1 topic (19 questions, 1 materials, 14 cards, 0 videos). |
| F. Recognize methods of selecting a style, tone, voice, and diction to use in persuasive writing that conveys respect for the reader. | ELA.Teaching - Persuasive Writing Skills | Covered | 19 | 1 | 14 | 0 | Covered by 1 topic (19 questions, 1 materials, 14 cards, 0 videos). |
SMR IV.0015 Understand strategies for critical or analytical writing.
59 Qs3 Materials36 Cards2 VideosCovered
| Official Competency | Matching 240 Topics | Alignment | Qs | Mats | Cards | Vids | Notes |
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| A. Demonstrate knowledge of the forms and purposes of critical or analytical writing, such as critiquing or interpreting a literary work or works. | ELA.Teaching - Literary Response Writing Skills | Covered | 4 | 1 | 13 | 0 | Covered by 1 topic (4 questions, 1 materials, 13 cards, 0 videos). |
| B. Recognize methods of formulating a specific question to address through critical or analytical writing and of developing a thesis statement that makes a significant claim or conveys a purpose for writing. | ELA.Teaching - Literary Response Writing Skills | Covered | 4 | 1 | 13 | 0 | Covered by 1 topic (4 questions, 1 materials, 13 cards, 0 videos). |
| C. Recognize methods of selecting an effective organizational approach to use in critical or analytical writing, such as order of increasing complexity or comparison and contrast. | ELA.Teaching - Literary Response Writing Skills | Covered | 4 | 1 | 13 | 0 | Covered by 1 topic (4 questions, 1 materials, 13 cards, 0 videos). |
| D. Recognize methods of developing a cogent analysis of a literary work, such as incorporating specific words and phrases from a literary work to support a claim made in critical or analytical writing. | ELA.Teaching - Literary Response Writing Skills | Covered | 4 | 1 | 13 | 0 | Covered by 1 topic (4 questions, 1 materials, 13 cards, 0 videos). |
| E. Relate characters, themes, and points of view from one literary work to characters, themes, and points of view from other literary works. | ELA.Elements of Literary Analysis Across Genres; ELA.Teaching - Literary Analysis | Covered | 55 | 2 | 27 | 2 | Covered by 2 topics (55 questions, 2 materials, 27 cards, 2 videos). |
ORAL AND VISUAL COMMUNICATION (DOMAIN V)
Partially covered
SMR V.0016 Understand strategies for effective listening and speaking and for participating in group discussions.
131 Qs7 Materials33 Cards1 VideosCovered
| Official Competency | Matching 240 Topics | Alignment | Qs | Mats | Cards | Vids | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| A. Demonstrate knowledge of the characteristics and purposes of various types of listening and barriers to listening effectively. | ELA.Active Listening | Covered | 25 | 1 | 1 | 1 | Covered by 1 topic (25 questions, 1 materials, 1 cards, 1 videos). |
| B. Demonstrate knowledge of the social norms and conventions involved in interpersonal communication and how these are influenced by factors such as self-concept, cultural or socioeconomic background, age, and gender. | ELA.Teaching - Oral Language Middle; ELA.Teaching - Oral Communication in the Classroom | Covered | 21 | 2 | 5 | 0 | Covered by 2 topics (21 questions, 2 materials, 5 cards, 0 videos). |
| C. Recognize methods of participating actively in conversations and group discussions, such as restating, clarifying, and using nonverbal cues. | ELA.Teaching - Advanced Using Groups | Covered | 20 | 1 | 8 | 0 | Covered by 1 topic (20 questions, 1 materials, 8 cards, 0 videos). |
| D. Recognize methods of incorporating effective and appropriate language styles, rhetorical devices, and vocal techniques into speeches on various topics and for various purposes, audiences, and occasions. | ELA.Oral Presentation Skills; ELA.Teaching - Oral Presentation Skills; ELA.Teaching Technology - Oral Presentation Skills | Covered | 65 | 3 | 20 | 0 | Covered by 3 topics (65 questions, 3 materials, 20 cards, 0 videos). |
SMR V.0017 Understand strategies for effective viewing and presenting and for analyzing various media.
59 Qs4 Materials32 Cards0 VideosPartially covered
| Official Competency | Matching 240 Topics | Alignment | Qs | Mats | Cards | Vids | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| A. Analyze messages, meanings, biases, and themes conveyed through visual images in various media and in various combinations of media. | ELA.Types of Media; ELA.Teaching - Media Analysis V2 | Covered | 30 | 2 | 25 | 0 | Covered by 2 topics (30 questions, 2 materials, 25 cards, 0 videos). |
| B. Examine how elements of visual images used in various media can be manipulated to change personal behavior and influence public opinion. | ELA.Teaching - Media Analysis V2 | Covered | 20 | 1 | 21 | 0 | Covered by 1 topic (20 questions, 1 materials, 21 cards, 0 videos). |
| C. Examine how personal experience and prior knowledge can affect an individual's interpretation of visual images in various media. | ELA.Teaching - Media Analysis V2 | Covered | 20 | 1 | 21 | 0 | Covered by 1 topic (20 questions, 1 materials, 21 cards, 0 videos). |
| D. Recognize methods of establishing a clear purpose for a presentation and of organizing and modifying a presentation to correspond to the characteristics of a particular audience. | None | Coverage gap identified | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | No matching topic found in the study guide. |
| E. Recognize methods of incorporating effective and appropriate visual images or aids into a presentation and of using effective and appropriate technologies and media to give a presentation. | ELA.Teaching Technology - Media Tools | Covered | 14 | 1 | 6 | 0 | Covered by 1 topic (14 questions, 1 materials, 6 cards, 0 videos). |
| F. Demonstrate knowledge of legal, ethical, copyright, and source citation issues related to viewing and presenting media. | P.Copyright and Acceptable Use | Covered | 15 | 1 | 1 | 0 | Covered by 1 topic (15 questions, 1 materials, 1 cards, 0 videos). |
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