A. Language

The high school graduate can:

A1. Demonstrate control of standard English through the correct use of grammar, punctuation, capitalization and spelling. (Associated Workplace Tasks: #2, 3, 4, 5 and 6) (Associated Postsecondary Assignments: #4, 5 and 6)

A2. Use general and specialized dictionaries, thesauruses and glossaries (print and electronic) to determine the definition, pronunciation, etymology, spelling and usage of words. (Associated Postsecondary Assignment: #4)

A3. Use roots, affixes and cognates to determine the meaning of unfamiliar words.

A4. Use context to determine the meaning of unfamiliar words.

A5. Identify the meaning of common idioms, as well as literary, classical and biblical allusions; use them in oral and written communication.

A6. Recognize nuances in the meanings of words; choose words precisely to enhance communication. (Associated Workplace Tasks: #2, 3, 4, 5 and 6) (Associated Postsecondary Assignments: #4, 5 and 6)

A7. Comprehend and communicate quantitative, technical and mathematical information. (Associated Workplace Tasks: #1 and 2) (Associated Postsecondary Assignments: #2 and 3)