English 9 and English 9 CP Curriculum Map
Q Reading Literature
9.RL.1 - Explicit vs. Inferred Meaning in fiction
9.RL.2 - Determining Theme/Central Idea in
fiction
9.RL.3 - Analysis of Character Development in
fiction
1 9.RL.4 - Determining Vocabulary in Context in
fiction
9.RL.1 - Explicit vs. Inferred Meaning in fiction
9.RL.2 - Determining Theme/Central Idea in
fiction
9.RL.3 - Analysis of Character Development in
fiction
2 9.RL.4 - Determining Vocabulary in Context in
fiction
9.RL.5 - Analyzing Author Choices About Plot
in fiction
9.RL.1 - Explicit vs. Inferred Meaning in fiction
9.RL.2 - Determining Theme/Central Idea in
fiction
9.RL.4 - Determining Vocabulary in Context in
fiction
9.RL.6 - Analyzing Author Point of View in
3 fiction
9.RL.1 - Explicit vs. Inferred Meaning in fiction
9.RL.2 - Determining Theme/Central Idea in
fiction
9.RL.4 - Determining Vocabulary in Context in
fiction
4 9.RL.7 - Identify Common Themes Across
Passages
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Reading Informational Text
9.RIT.1 - Explicit vs. Inferred Meaning in
nonfiction
9.RIT.2 - Determining Theme/Central Idea in
nonfiction
9.RIT.3 - Analysis of Idea Development in
nonfiction
9.RIT.4 - Determining Vocabulary in Context in
nonfiction
9.RIT.2 - Determining Theme/Central Idea in
nonfiction
9.RIT.3 - Analysis of Idea Development in
nonfiction
9.RIT.4 - Determining Vocabulary in Context in
nonfiction
9.RL.5 - Analyzing Author Choices About Plot
in fiction
9.RIT.2 - Determining Theme/Central Idea in
nonfiction
9.RIT.3 - Analysis of Idea Development in
nonfiction
9.RIT.4 - Determining Vocabulary in Context in
nonfiction
9.RIT.6 - Analyzing Author Point of View and
Purpose in nonfiction
9.RIT.7 - Compare/Contrast Accounts of
Nonfiction Across Varying Mediums
(Autobiographies/Biographies)
9.RIT.2 - Determining Theme/Central Idea in
nonfiction
9.RIT.3 - Analysis of Idea Development in
nonfiction
9.RIT.4 - Determining Vocabulary in Context in
nonfiction
9.RIT.8 - Evaluate Claim/Arguments in a Text
for Validity
9.RIT.9 - Analyze US Documents/Primary
Sources for Major Themes and Concepts
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Writing Language
Writing Process (Fiction): 9.L.1 - Show Understanding of Basic
9.W.3 - Writing Fiction Narratives (A-E) Grammar
9.W.4 - Develop and Organize Writing Specific a. Parallel Structure
to the Task b. Phrases and Clauses
9.L.2 - Show Understanding of Basic
9.W.5 - Plan and Revise to Refine Writing
9.W.6 - Use Technology Efficiently to Grammar
a. Semicolons
Complete Writing Projects
b. Colon to Introduce List
c. Spell Correctly
Argument Writing: 9.L.3 - Apply Understanding of Basic
9.W.1 - Writing Argumentative Essays (A-E) Grammar
9.W.9 - Draw Evidence from a Passage to a. MLA Formatting for Research
Support Writing Papers
9.W.8 - Gather and Utilize Research for
Writing
9.W.6 - Use Technology Efficiently to
Complete Writing Projects
Informational Writing: 9.L.4 - Determine Meaning of Unknown Words
9.W.2 - Writing Informative/Explanatory and Phrases
Essays (A-F) a. Context Clues
9.W.9 - Draw Evidence from a Passage to b. Patterns in Words that Show
Support Writing Meaning
c. Consult Reference Materials
9.W.8 - Gather and Utilize Research for
Writing d. Connotative vs. Denotative
9.L.5 - Show and Understanding of Figurative
9.W.6 - Use Technology Efficiently to
Complete Writing Projects Language
a. Figures of Speech (Euphemism,
Oxymoron,etc.)
b. Analyze Nuances in Word Meaning
Narrative Writing: 9.L.6 - Demonstrate an Understanding of
9.W.3 - Writing Fiction Narratives Difficult Domain Specific Vocabulary
9.W.6 - Use Technology Efficiently to
Complete Writing Projects
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Q Standards Writing Vocabulary

Reading Literature:
9.RL.1 - Explicit vs. Inferred Meaning in fiction
Essays: (Choose 3?) 1. abbreviate
9.RL.2 - Determining Theme/Central Idea in fiction A. Argumentative - Controversial Topic 2. abstinence
9.RL.3 - Analysis of Character Development in fiction
9.RL.4 - Determining Vocabulary in Context in fiction
B. Editorial - (opinion) Local Topic 3. adulation 1-1
Reading Informational Texts: C. Explanatory - How-To 4. adversity
9.RIT.1 - Explicit vs. Inferred Meaning in nonfiction
9.RIT.2 - Determining Theme/Central Idea in nonfiction
D. Comparison/Contrast - Athlete Comparison 5. aesthetic
9.RIT.3 - Analysis of Idea Development in nonfiction E. Literary Analysis - Fiction Passage allegory
9.RIT.4 - Determining Vocabulary in Context in nonfiction
Writing:
F. Letters - to home, to college, to colleague
9.W.1 - Writing Argumentative Essays (A-E) 6. amicable
9.W.4 - Develop and Organize Writing Specific to the Task
9.W.5 - Plan and Revise to Refine Writing
** One Paragraph Essays - First Nine Weeks 7. anachronistic
9.W.6 - Use Technology Efficiently to Complete Writing Projects 8. anecdote 1-2
Language:
9.L.1 - Show Understanding of Basic Grammar
AIR Test Focus Questions Type: 9. anonymous
a. Parallel Structure 10. antagonist
b. Phrases and Clauses - What role does a specific paragraph play in allusion
9.L.2 - Show Understanding of Basic Grammar
a. Semicolons the passage?
b. Colon to Introduce List
c. Spell Correctly
11. arid
12. assiduous
13. asylum 1-3
Reading Recurring Concepts

1 A. Accelerated Reader
Regular Ed:
A.

Paragraph Structure:
5 parts to a paragraph (stress indentation)
14. benevolent
15. camaraderie
alliteration
2 books per nine weeks B. Grammar: (Weekly Grammar Mon-Thurs)
book analysis essay (2x) Phrases/clauses *** 16. censure
College Prep: parallel structure 17. circuitous
college-bound reading list semi-colons/Colons 18. clairvoyant 1-4
3 books per nine weeks (One in Lit Circles) Fridays: Specific Grammar Content Focus 19. collaborate
book analysis essay (2x) Parts of Speech 20. compassion
B. In-Class Reading C. Diagramming Sentences: anagram
short fiction simple and compound sentences
nonfiction - current event articles D. Literary Devices: (add to quizzes) 21. compromise
C. Historical Speeches - Primary Sources (1941 Allegory 22. condescending
Four Freedoms Speech Excerpt) Allusion 23. conditional 1-5
D. Active/Engaged Reading - Note-Taking Alliteration 24. conformist
Strategies, Close Reading Organizers anagram 25. congregation
E. Word/Phrase Connotation (game?) analyze
Euphemisms
Oxymorons
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Q Standards Writing Vocabulary

Reading Literature:
9.RL.1 - Explicit vs. Inferred Meaning in fiction
Essays: 1. convergence
9.RL.2 - Determining Theme/Central Idea in fiction A. Argumentative - Local Issue 2. deleterious
9.RL.3 - Analysis of Character Development in fiction
9.RL.4 - Determining Vocabulary in Context in fiction
B. Editorial 3. demagogue 2-1
9.RL.5 - Analyzing Author Choices About Plot in fiction C. Explanatory - Your role in your family 4. digression
Reading Informational Texts:
9.RIT.2 - Determining Theme/Central Idea in nonfiction
D. Comparison/Contrast - Two short fiction 5. diligent
9.RIT.3 - Analysis of Idea Development in nonfiction passages analogy
9.RIT.4 - Determining Vocabulary in Context in nonfiction
Writing:

9.W.1 - Writing Argumentative Essays (A-E) ** Move up to 5-paragraph essay structure 6. discredit
9.W.9 - Draw Evidence from a Passage to Support Writing
9.W.8 - Gather and Utilize Research for Writing
(direct instruction activity on structure and 7. disdain
9.W.6 - Use Technology Efficiently to Complete Writing Projects planning for writing 5P covered in this quarter) 8. divergent 2-2
Language:
9.L.1 - Show Understanding of Basic Grammar
9. empathy
a. Parallel Structure AIR Test Focus Question Type: 10. emulate
b. Phrases and Clauses - Which detail (A-D) builds suspense from he anecdote
9.L.2 - Show Understanding of Basic Grammar
a. Semicolons passage?
b. Colon to Introduce List - Or a specific tone or mood? 11. enervating
c. Spell Correctly
12. enhance
13. ephemeral 2-3
Reading Recurring Concepts

2 A. Accelerated Reader
Regular Ed:
A.

Paragraph Structure:
5 parts to a paragraph (stress indentation)
14. evanescent
15. exasperation
archetype
2 books per nine weeks B. Grammar: (Weekly Grammar Mon-Thurs)
book analysis essay (2x) Phrases/clauses *** 16. exemplary
College Prep: MLA Format 17. extenuating
college-bound reading list Context Clues 18. florid 2-4
3 books per nine weeks (One in Lit Circles) Commas 19. fortuitous
book analysis essay (2x) Fridays: specific grammar content 20. frugal
B. In-Class Reading C. Diagramming Sentences: deus ex machina
short fiction - HG Wells - Invisible Man simple and compound sentences
Excerpt D. Literary Devices: (add to quizzes) 21. hackneyed
nonfiction - current event articles Analogy 22. haughty
C. Active/Engaged Reading - Note-Taking Anecdote 23. hedonist 2-5
Strategies, Close Reading Organizers Archetype 24. hypothesis
Deus Ex Machina 25. impetuous
Foil foil
E. Word/Phrase Connotation (game?)
Oxymorons
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Q Standards Writing Vocabulary

Reading Literature:
9.RL.1 - Explicit vs. Inferred Meaning in fiction A. Argumentative - Historical Perspective 1. impute
9.RL.2 - Determining Theme/Central Idea in fiction B. Editorial - Opinion 2. incompatible
9.RL.4 - Determining Vocabulary in Context in fiction
9.RL.6 - Analyzing Author Point of View in fiction C. Explanatory - A Local Project and How 3. inconsequential 3-1
Reading Informational Texts:
9.RIT.2 - Determining Theme/Central Idea in nonfiction D. Comparison/Contrast - two poems 4. inevitable
9.RIT.3 - Analysis of Idea Development in nonfiction
9.RIT.4 - Determining Vocabulary in Context in nonfiction
5. integrity
9.RIT.6 - Analyzing Author Point of View and Purpose in nonfiction irony
9.RIT.7 - Compare/Contrast Accounts of Nonfiction Across Varying Mediums
(Autobiographies/Biographies) ** 5P Essays
Writing:
9.W.2 - Writing Informative/Explanatory Essays (A-F) 6. intrepid
9.W.9 - Draw Evidence from a Passage to Support Writing AIR Test Focus: 7. intuitive
9.W.8 - Gather and Utilize Research for Writing
9.W.6 - Use Technology Efficiently to Complete Writing Projects - Testing functions of computer AIR Test 8. jubilation 3-2
Language:
9.L.4 - Determine Meaning of Unknown Words and Phrases should be covered in class prior to testing 9. lobbyist
a. Context Clues
b. Patterns in Words that Show Meaning
day. *** 10. longevity
c. Consult Reference Materials - highlighting functions, notes, format of test, juxtaposition
d. Connotative vs. Denotative
9.L.5 - Show and Understanding of Figurative Language etc.
a. Figures of Speech (Euphemism, Oxymoron,etc.)
b. Analyze Nuances in Word Meaning 11. mundane
12. nonchalant
13. novice 3-3
Reading Recurring Concepts

3 A. Accelerated Reader
Regular Ed:
A.

Paragraph Structure:
5 parts to a paragraph (stress indentation)
14. opulent
15. orator
portmanteau
2 books per nine weeks B. Grammar: (Weekly Grammar Mon-Thurs)
book analysis essay (2x) Parts of Speech 16. ostentatious
College Prep: Reference Materials 17. parched
college-bound reading list Sentence Structures 18. perfidious 3-4
3 books per nine weeks (One in Lit Circles) Commas 19. precocious
book analysis essay (2x) Fridays: specific grammar content 20. pretentious
B. In-Class Reading C. Diagramming Sentences: satire
short fiction - Short Story simple and compound sentences
nonfiction - Inaugural Speeches Essay D. Literary Devices: (add to quizzes) 21. procrastinate
C. Historical Speeches - (listed above) irony 22. prosaic
D. Primary/Secondary Sources juxtaposition 23. prosperity 3-5
E. Active/Engaged Reading - Note-Taking portmanteau 24. provocative
Strategies, Close Reading Organizers satire 25. prudent
E. Word/Phrase Connotation summarize
Random Sentences - Nonfiction
Vocabulary
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Q Standards Writing Vocabulary

Reading Literature:
9.RL.1 - Explicit vs. Inferred Meaning in fiction
A. Argumentative - Things to Change Next 1. querulous
9.RL.2 - Determining Theme/Central Idea in fiction Year 2. rancorous
9.RL.4 - Determining Vocabulary in Context in fiction
9.RL.7 - Identify Common Themes Across Passages
B. Editorial - (opinion) 3. reclusive 4-1
Reading Informational Texts: C. Explanatory - Plans for the Summer 4. reconciliation
9.RIT.2 - Determining Theme/Central Idea in nonfiction
9.RIT.3 - Analysis of Idea Development in nonfiction
D. Comparison/Contrast - Similar Topic 5. renovation
9.RIT.4 - Determining Vocabulary in Context in nonfiction Nonfiction Articles spoonerism
9.RIT.8 - Evaluate Claim/Arguments in a Text for Validity
9.RIT.9 - Analyze US Documents/Primary Sources for Major

Themes and Concepts ** Inquiry-Based Student Lead Essays 6. resilient
Writing:
9.W.3 - Writing Fiction Narratives
7. restrained
9.W.6 - Use Technology Efficiently to Complete Writing Projects ** Inquiry-Based Student Lead Presentations 8. reverence 4-2
Language:
9.L.6 - Demonstrate an Understanding of Difficult Domain
9. sagacity
Specific Vocabulary 10. scrutinize
tragedy

11. spontaneity
12. spurious
13. submissive 4-3
Reading Recurring Concepts

4 A. Accelerated Reader
Regular Ed:
A.

Paragraph Structure:
5 parts to a paragraph (stress indentation)
14. substantiate
15. subtle
understatement
2 books per nine weeks B. Grammar: (Weekly Grammar Mon-Thurs)
book analysis essay (2x) Connotative/Denotative 16. superficial
College Prep: Reference Materials 17. superfluous
college-bound reading list Phrase/Clause Review 18. suppress 4-4
3 books per nine weeks (One in Lit Circles) Parts of Speech Review 19. surreptitious
book analysis essay (2x) Fridays: specific grammar content 20. tactful
B. In-Class Reading C. Diagramming Sentences: oxymoron
short fiction - Short Story/Poem (Lyrics?) simple and compound sentences
nonfiction - Comp/Cont Essay Articles D. Literary Devices: (add to quizzes) 21. tenacious
C. Active/Engaged Reading - Note-Taking spoonerism 22. transient
Strategies, Close Reading Organizers tragedy 23. venerable 4-5
understatement 24. vindicate
oxymoron 25. wary
E. Word/Phrase Connotation pun
Random Paragraphs - Vocabulary in
Fiction
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Outside of the Curriculum

All-Year Activities Seasonal Activities Community Projects Programs

Homework Club (Learn Like a Inquiry Fair (Learn Like a Pirate, Can-Food Drive (All Year) - Infrogram
Pirate, Paul Solarz p.94) Paul Solarz p.163) Possible home room competition.

iReporters - On Assignment Genius Day Fair (Learn Like a Clothing Drive (All Year) Glogster
(Bonus) Pirate, Paul Solarz p.163)

Microsoft 365 (Student Email)

Trello

YouTube

Weebly (Blogging)