LAC 28:XI.9355. Language

A. Use parallel structure (e.g., when using gerunds [-ing], infinitives, or voice [active or passive]) within writing. B. Use various types of phrases (noun, verb, adjectival, adverbial, participial, prepositional, absolute) and clauses (independent, dependent; noun, relative, adverbial) to convey meaning and add interest to writing. C. Use a semicolon (i.e., link two or more related independent clauses) and/or colon (i.e., to introduce a list or quotation) appropriately in writing. D. Spell correctly in writing. E. Write and edit work to conform to guidelines in a style manual. F. Use context (e.g., the overall meaning of a sentence, paragraph, or text; a word's position in a sentence) as a clue to the meaning of a word or phrase. G. Consult print or digital reference materials (e.g., dictionaries, glossaries, thesauruses) to find the synonym for a word. H. Consult print or digital reference materials (e.g., dictionaries, glossaries, thesauruses) to find the precise meaning of a word. I. Consult print or digital reference materials (e.g., dictionaries, glossaries, thesauruses) to find the part of speech for a word. J. Verify the prediction of the meaning of a new word or phrase (e.g., by checking a dictionary). K. Identify an oxymoron in a text. L. Identify the denotation for a known word. M. Interpret how literary devices advance the plot or affect the tone or pacing of a text. N. Interpret figures of speech in context. O. Explain differences or changes in the meaning of words with similar denotations. P. Use general academic and domain-specific words and phrases accurately. Q. Use newly acquired domain-specific words and phrases accurately.