LAC 28:LI.735. Benchmarks 5-8

A. In grades 5-8, students should know and be able to: TH-CA-M1 | Explain how elements of theatre and principles of communication are used in works created for the stage and other dramatic media | (1, 2) TH-CA-M2 | Analyze descriptions, dialogues, and actions to explain character traits, personality, motivations, emotional perceptions, and ethical choices | (2, 5) TH-CA-M3 | Interpret and discuss the theme or social/political message conveyed in a dramatic work | (1, 5) TH-CA-M4 | Use appropriate criteria and expanded theatre arts vocabulary to critique scripts, performances and productions | (1, 2) TH-CA-M5 | Describe relationships among theatre arts, other arts, and disciplines outside the arts | (1, 4)