English Language Arts and Literacy | Grade : 8
Strand - Writing
Cluster - Production and Distribution of Writing
[W.8.5.a] - Demonstrate command of standard English conventions (as described in Language standards 1-3 up to and including grade 8).
- Standard English Conventions
The widely accepted practices of English punctuation, grammar, usage, and spelling that are taught in schools; in this document, refers to standard United States English conventions.
[L.8.1] -
Demonstrate command of the conventions of standard English grammar and usage when writing or speaking; retain and further develop language skills learned in previous grades. (See grade 8 Writing Standard 5 and Speaking and Listening Standard 6 on strengthening writing and presentations by applying knowledge of conventions.)
[L.8.2] -
Demonstrate command of the conventions of standard English capitalization, punctuation, and spelling when writing.
[L.8.3] -
Use knowledge of language and its conventions when writing, speaking, reading, or listening.