If all of the elements of this lesson plan are employed, students will develop the following powers, skills, and understanding:
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Students will be able to read closely to determine what the text says explicitly and to make logical inferences from it
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Students will be able to determine the text’s central ideas and themes and analyze their development.
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Students will be able to use arguments to support their claims both in writing and in classroom discussion, using valid reasoning and relevant and sufficient evidence.
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Students will be able to build vocabulary through various techniques, including using context and consulting reference materials.
