ARM 10.54.3232. BENCHMARK FOR LITERATURE CONTENT STANDARD 3 FOR END OF GRADE 8

(1) The benchmark for literature content standard 3 for a student at the end of grade 8 is the ability to: (a) select a variety of literary works, expressing reasons for personal recommendation, discovery, appreciation, and enjoyment; (b) apply given criteria to evaluate literary merit and express critical opinions about literary works; and (c) demonstrate the understanding that the purposes of experiencing literary works include personal satisfaction and the development of lifelong literature appreciation.