7th Grade ELA (Nebraska Standards)

Reading: Literary Text (RP)

• LA.7.RP.1 Find two or more themes in a literary text and support them with details.
• LA.7.RP.2 Analyze how events, dialogue and description shape plot, characters and meaning.
• LA.7.RP.3 Analyze how characters' or narrators' points of view are shown and contrasted.
• LA.7.RP.4 Analyze how a text's structure supports its themes.
• LA.7.RP.5 Compare a fictional portrayal of a time, place or person with a historical account.
• LA.7.RP.6 Combine themes to draw conclusions about oneself and others.
• LA.7.RP.7 Compare regional, national and multicultural perspectives in literary texts.
• LA.7.RP.8 Read and understand complex literary texts, with support as needed.

Reading Informational Text (RI)

• LA.7.RI.1 Find two or more central ideas in an informational text and their supporting details.
• LA.7.RI.2 Analyze how people, events and ideas relate and interact in a nonfiction text.
• LA.7.RI.3 Analyze how an author shows a purpose or perspective and sets it apart from others.
• LA.7.RI.4 Analyze how the major sections of a nonfiction text develop its ideas.
• LA.7.RI.5 Summary being checked: read this one in the official document.
• LA.7.RI.6 Analyze how an argument develops and the reasoning that supports it.
• LA.7.RI.7 Compare regional, national and multicultural perspectives in nonfiction texts.
• LA.7.RI.8 Read and understand complex nonfiction texts, with support as needed.

Vocabulary (V)

• LA.7.V.1 Use grade-level academic words correctly across many tasks.
  • LA.7.V.1.a Use context clues to work out word meanings.
  • LA.7.V.1.b Use Greek and Latin roots and affixes to work out words.
  • LA.7.V.1.c Use general and specialized references to check meaning and pronunciation.
• LA.7.V.2 Interpret figurative, connotative and technical language.
  • LA.7.V.2.a Interpret figures of speech, including allusions.
  • LA.7.V.2.b Identify relationships between words such as cause and effect or part and whole.
  • LA.7.V.2.c Tell apart the connotations of words with similar meanings.

Writing (W)

• LA.7.W.1 Write grammatically correct pieces of several paragraphs with varied sentences.
  • LA.7.W.1.a Follow capitalization rules.
  • LA.7.W.1.b Use commas between coordinate adjectives.
  • LA.7.W.1.c Use clause types, modifiers and adjectives correctly.
  • LA.7.W.1.d Use prepositional and appositive phrases.
  • LA.7.W.1.e Spot and fix fragments, run-ons and shifts in verb tense.
• LA.7.W.2 Use a writing process that loops back on itself to develop and produce writing.
  • LA.7.W.2.a Use prewriting activities and planning tools.
  • LA.7.W.2.b Adapt the process for longer, more complex tasks.
  • LA.7.W.2.c Revise using feedback from adults and peers.
  • LA.7.W.2.d Edit and proofread using feedback.
  • LA.7.W.2.e Use print or digital tools to produce and publish writing.
• LA.7.W.3 Write literary pieces with suitable development and structure.
  • LA.7.W.3.a Orient readers with context, a narrator, point of view and a logical order of events.
  • LA.7.W.3.b Use dialogue, pacing and description.
  • LA.7.W.3.c Use transition words to signal shifts in character, time or setting.
  • LA.7.W.3.d Use precise words, sensory details and figurative language to show voice.
  • LA.7.W.3.e End with a conclusion linked to the events.
• LA.7.W.4 Write arguments with reasons and evidence, organized to suit the purpose.
  • LA.7.W.4.a State a clear claim and order ideas logically.
  • LA.7.W.4.b Explain and cite evidence from several credible sources.
  • LA.7.W.4.c Use words and phrases that link claims and evidence.
  • LA.7.W.4.d End with a concluding statement that supports the argument.
• LA.7.W.5 Write informative pieces that examine a topic.
  • LA.7.W.5.a Introduce the topic with a specific focus and group ideas logically.
  • LA.7.W.5.b Develop the topic with facts, definitions, details and quotations.
  • LA.7.W.5.c Use transitions and key vocabulary to link ideas.
  • LA.7.W.5.d End with a concluding statement that follows from the explanation.
• LA.7.W.6 Gather credible evidence from trustworthy sources and check its relevance.
  • LA.7.W.6.a Work evidence in by quoting or paraphrasing, without plagiarizing.
  • LA.7.W.6.b Judge the credibility of evidence, including bias.
  • LA.7.W.6.c Use note-taking formats to organize information.
  • LA.7.W.6.d Use more than one source and cite sources properly.
  • LA.7.W.6.e Communicate online in safe and ethical ways.

Speaking and Listening (SL)

• LA.7.SL.1 Prepare for and take part in structured group discussions on grade 7 topics.
  • LA.7.SL.1.a Ask relevant questions to build on, clarify or check ideas.
  • LA.7.SL.1.b Read spoken and unspoken cues in conversation.
  • LA.7.SL.1.c Talk inclusively with peers and adults.
  • LA.7.SL.1.d Listen actively, e.g. eye contact, notes and summaries.
  • LA.7.SL.1.e Complete tasks by following multi-step directions.
• LA.7.SL.2 Present claims and findings clearly with details and examples.
  • LA.7.SL.2.a Adjust speaking skills to the purpose, including when interpreting grade 7 texts.
  • LA.7.SL.2.b Share a perspective with clear reasoning and valid evidence.
  • LA.7.SL.2.c Judge the purpose and credibility of information presented.
  • LA.7.SL.2.d Use words sensitively, aware of stereotypes and multiple meanings.
  • LA.7.SL.2.e Use visual or digital tools to strengthen speaking.