Reading - Seventh Grade: Performance Indicators (Benchmarks)

Benchmarks/Indicators

Performance Indicators: State

As documented through state assessment -

At Level 1, the student is able to

  1. 7.1.spi.1. derive information from the following text features: timelines, graphs, headings, and subheadings within context.
  2. 7.1.spi.2. determine the meaning of unknown words and/or multiple meaning words through the use of context clues.
  3. 7.1.spi.3. replace unknown words in context with appropriate synonyms or antonyms.
  4. 7.1.spi.4. make predictions about the outcome of a given passage.
  5. 7.1.spi.5. formulate clarifying questions for use before, during, or after reading.
  6. 7.1.spi.6. identify the main idea in a reading selection.
  7. 7.1.spi.7. distinguish between fact and opinion within context.
  8. 7.1.spi.8. decode unknown grade level words in context, using previously learned strategies, such as analysis of affixes, as aids in determining meaning.
  9. 7.1.spi.9. recognize first person point of view.

At Level 2, the student is able to

  1. 7.1.spi.10. recognize and use grade appropriate and/or content specific vocabulary within context.
  2. 7.1.spi.11. identify plot elements in the proper place on a graphic organizer.
  3. 7.1.spi.12. locate information using keywords and headings.
  4. 7.1.spi.13. distinguish between poetry and prose and between biography and autobiography.
  5. 7.1.spi.14. select the correct word or phrase to complete an analogy using synonyms, antonyms, categories, subcategories, whole/part, functions, verb forms, and rhymes.
  6. 7.1.spi.15. identify commonly used foreign phrases (e.g., bon voyage, mi casa es su casa, bon jour, hasta la vista).
  7. 7.1.spi.16. draw inferences from selected passages.
  8. 7.1.spi.17. identify the author's purpose for writing and/or the reader's purpose for reading.
  9. 7.1.spi.18. analyze the cause and effect relationship in a given passage.
  10. 7.1.spi.19. identify examples of propaganda techniques (i.e., bandwagon, loaded words, testimonials).
  11. 7.1.spi.20. determine the common characteristics of short stories, novels, poetry, drama, and non-fiction.
  12. 7.1.spi.21. recognize implied themes.
  13. 7.1.spi.22. identify similes, metaphors, personification, and hyperbole within context.
  14. 7.1.spi.23. analyze the effect within context of the sound devices of onomatopoeia, alliteration, accent, rhyme, and repetition.

At Level 3, the student is able to

  1. 7.1.spi.24. recognize and identify words within context that reveal particular time periods and cultures.
  2. 7.1.spi.25. identify at least two ways by which an author reveals character traits in a given passage.
  3. 7.1.spi.26. identify symbolism, flashback, and foreshadowing within context.
  4. 7.1.spi.27. rank a given set of resources according to reliability.
  5. 7.1.spi.28. identify examples of sound devices (e.g., rhyme, alliteration, slant rhyme, repetition, and internal rhyme) in context.
Performance Indicators: Teacher

As documented through teacher observation -

At Level 1, the student is able to

  1. 7.1.tpi.1. use learned strategies to decode unfamiliar words and to determine meaning from context.
  2. 7.1.tpi.2. read fluently from a variety of genres (e.g., prose, poetry, fantasy, science fiction, biography, autobiography, essay, and drama).
  3. 7.1.tpi.3. make creative responses to texts.
  4. 7.1.tpi.4. preview texts and organize prior knowledge (e.g., webbing, mapping, and listing).
  5. 7.1.tpi.5. interact with texts (e.g., highlighting, T-notes, journaling, and post-it notes).
  6. 7.1.tpi.6. summarize and paraphrase selected passages.
  7. 7.1.tpi.7. read using appropriate pronunciation, expression, and rate.

At Level 2, the student is able to

  1. 7.1.tpi.8. use content specific vocabulary.
  2. 7.1.tpi.9. use metacognition and self monitoring strategies while reading (e.g., pausing, rereading, identifying miscues, consulting other sources, and reading ahead).
  3. 7.1.tpi.10. express reactions and personal opinions to a selection or relate the selection to a personal experience.
  4. 7.1.tpi.11. design and deliver an oral presentation incorporating a variety of sources and/or visual aids and props.
  5. 7.1.tpi.12. make connections among three or more literary texts.
  6. 7.1.tpi.13. apply comprehension strategies to texts in the content areas.
  7. 7.1.tpi.14. relate text to personal experience, general knowledge, and other media.
  8. 7.1.tpi.15. read daily from self-selected materials.
  9. 7.1.tpi.16. be alert to the techniques and uses of propaganda (e.g., bandwagon, loaded words, and testimonials).
  10. 7.1.tpi.17. draw inferences and "read between the lines."
  11. 7.1.tpi.18. continue to build vocabulary through wide reading.
  12. 7.1.tpi.19. use technology as a research and communication tool.
  13. 7.1.tpi.20. read fluently basic grade appropriate selections.
  14. 7.1.tpi.21. develop and enhance vocabulary by reading from a wide variety of texts and literary genres.

At Level 3, the student is able to

  1. 7.1.tpi.22. recognize recurring themes in literature.
  2. 7.1.tpi.23. explore and distinguish between primary and secondary sources.
  3. 7.1.tpi.24. demonstrate how time periods and cultures affect plots and characters in literature.
  4. 7.1.tpi.25. identify instances of flashback and foreshadowing.
  5. 7.1.tpi.26. summarize, paraphrase and evaluate selected passages.
  6. 7.1.tpi.27. make connections among the various literary genres, themes, and print and non-print texts with personal, historical, and cultural experiences.