Taking a Stand: Shiloh

Lesson 25
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ELA

Alternate Unit 1

4th Grade

Lesson 25 of 27

Objective


Write an opinion piece that defends whether or not Marty is no better than Judd Travers by using evidence throughout the text.

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Discussion & Writing Prompt

On page 118, Marty says, "I begin to see now I'm no better than Judd Travers—willing to look the other way to get something I want."

Is Marty no better than Judd Travers? Defend why or why not. 

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Common Core Standards


  • L.4.2.a — Use correct capitalization.
  • L.4.2.d — Spell grade-appropriate words correctly, consulting references as needed.
  • SL.4.1.a — Come to discussions prepared, having read or studied required material; explicitly draw on that preparation and other information known about the topic to explore ideas under discussion.
  • W.4.1 — Write opinion pieces on topics or texts, supporting a point of view with reasons and information
  • W.4.1.a — Introduce a topic or text clearly, state an opinion, and create an organizational structure in which related ideas are grouped to support the writer's purpose.
  • W.4.1.b — Provide reasons that are supported by facts and details.
  • W.4.1.c — Link opinion and reasons using words and phrases (e.g., for instance, in order to, in addition).
  • W.4.5 — With guidance and support from peers and adults, develop and strengthen writing as needed by planning, revising, and editing.
  • W.4.9 — Draw evidence from literary or informational texts to support analysis, reflection, and research.

Supporting Standards

L.4.1
L.4.3
L.4.4
L.4.6
SL.4.2
SL.4.3
W.4.4
W.4.10
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