Seventh Grade English Language Arts Semester 1

A complete curriculum for 7th grade English Language Arts

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1. Teacher's Guide
1. About Seventh Grade English Language Arts
1. 1.1 Exploring Complex Sentence Structures (Compound-Complex Sentences)
2. Quiz: 1.1 Exploring Complex Sentence Structures (Compound-Complex Sentences)
3. 1.2 Understanding and Using Subjunctive Mood
4. Quiz: 1.2 Understanding and Using Subjunctive Mood
5. 1.3 Mastering Advanced Punctuation (Dashes, Parentheses, Brackets)
6. Quiz: 1.3 Mastering Advanced Punctuation (Dashes, Parentheses, Brackets)
7. 1.4 Biblical Reflections on the Precision of Language in Scripture
8. Quiz: 1.4 Biblical Reflections on the Precision of Language in Scripture
9. 1.5 Active and Passive Voice
10. Quiz: 1.5 Active and Passive Voice
11. 1.6 Conditional Sentences (First, Second, and Third Conditionals)
12. Quiz: 1.6 Conditional Sentences (First, Second, and Third Conditionals)
13. 1.7 Direct and Indirect Speech
14. Quiz: 1.7 Direct and Indirect Speech
15. 1.8 Modifiers: Avoiding Dangling and Misplaced Modifiers
16. Quiz: 1.8 Modifiers: Avoiding Dangling and Misplaced Modifiers
17. 1.9 Relative Clauses and Their Usage
18. Quiz: 1.9 Relative Clauses and Their Usage
19. 1.10 Subject-Verb Agreement in Complex Sentences
20. Quiz: 1.10 Subject-Verb Agreement in Complex Sentences
21. 1.11 Pronoun-Antecedent Agreement
22. Quiz: 1.11 Pronoun-Antecedent Agreement
23. 1.12 Verb Tenses Consistency in Writing
24. Quiz: 1.12 Verb Tenses Consistency in Writing
25. 1.13 Parallel Structure in Writing
26. Quiz: 1.13 Parallel Structure in Writing
27. 1.14 Gerunds and Infinitives
28. Quiz: 1.14 Gerunds and Infinitives
29. 1.15 Advanced Sentence Combining Techniques
30. Quiz: 1.15 Advanced Sentence Combining Techniques
1. 2.1 Analyzing Themes in Literature
2. Quiz: 2.1 Analyzing Themes in Literature
3. 2.2 Exploring Motifs and Their Significance
4. Quiz: 2.2 Exploring Motifs and Their Significance
5. 2.3 Understanding and Identifying Symbols in Texts
6. Quiz: 2.3 Understanding and Identifying Symbols in Texts
7. 2.4 Understanding Character Development
8. Quiz: 2.4 Understanding Character Development
9. 2.5 Analyzing Character Relationships
10. Quiz: 2.5 Analyzing Character Relationships
11. 2.6 Evaluating Author’s Craft and Techniques
12. Quiz: 2.6 Evaluating Author’s Craft and Techniques
13. 2.7 Exploring Narrative Structure and Plot Development
14. Quiz: 2.7 Exploring Narrative Structure and Plot Development
15. 2.8 Studying Parables and Teachings in the Bible for Literary Insights
16. Quiz: 2.8 Studying Parables and Teachings in the Bible for Literary Insights
17. 2.9 Comparative Analysis of Literary and Biblical Texts
18. Quiz: 2.9 Comparative Analysis of Literary and Biblical Texts
19. 2.10 Integrating Literary Insights with Personal Reflection
20. Quiz: 2.10 Integrating Literary Insights with Personal Reflection
1. 3.1 Developing Thesis Statements and Supporting Arguments
2. Quiz: 3.1 Developing Thesis Statements and Supporting Arguments
3. 3.2 Crafting Strong Topic Sentences for Paragraphs
4. Quiz: 3.2 Crafting Strong Topic Sentences for Paragraphs
5. 3.3 Writing Persuasive Essays with Strong Evidence
6. Quiz: 3.3 Writing Persuasive Essays with Strong Evidence
7. 3.4 Incorporating Logical Fallacies and Avoiding Them
8. Quiz: 3.4 Incorporating Logical Fallacies and Avoiding Them
9. 3.5 Analyzing and Critiquing Arguments in Texts
10. Quiz: 3.5 Analyzing and Critiquing Arguments in Texts
11. 3.6 Using Persuasive Techniques: Ethos, Pathos, and Logos
12. Quiz: 3.6 Using Persuasive Techniques: Ethos, Pathos, and Logos
13. 3.7 Structuring Essays for Maximum Impact
14. Quiz: 3.7 Structuring Essays for Maximum Impact
15. 3.8 Revising and Editing Persuasive Writing
16. Quiz: 3.8 Revising and Editing Persuasive Writing
17. 3.9 Creating Persuasive Pieces Inspired by Christian Ethics and Values
18. Quiz: 3.9 Creating Persuasive Pieces Inspired by Christian Ethics and Values
19. 3.10 Presenting and Defending Persuasive Arguments
20. Quiz: 3.10 Presenting and Defending Persuasive Arguments
1. 4.1 Introduction to Robust Vocabulary Development
2. Quiz: 4.1 Introduction to Robust Vocabulary Development
3. 4.2 Strategies for Learning New Words
4. Quiz: 4.2 Strategies for Learning New Words
5. 4.3 Context Clues and Word Meaning
6. Quiz: 4.3 Context Clues and Word Meaning
7. 4.4 Prefixes, Suffixes, and Root Words
8. Quiz: 4.4 Prefixes, Suffixes, and Root Words
9. 4.5 Expanding Vocabulary through Synonyms, Antonyms, and Homonyms
10. Quiz: 4.5 Expanding Vocabulary through Synonyms, Antonyms, and Homonyms
11. 4.6 Using Vocabulary in Writing and Speaking
12. Quiz: 4.6 Using Vocabulary in Writing and Speaking
13. 4.7 Understanding and Using Figurative Language
14. Quiz: 4.7 Understanding and Using Figurative Language
15. 4.8 Incorporating Vocabulary into Daily Practice
16. Quiz: 4.8 Incorporating Vocabulary into Daily Practice
17. 4.9 Reflecting on the Significance of Words in Biblical Narratives
18. Quiz: 4.9 Reflecting on the Significance of Words in Biblical Narratives
19. 4.10 Advanced Vocabulary in Literature
20. Quiz: 4.10 Advanced Vocabulary in Literature
21. 4.11 Peer Teaching of Vocabulary Words
22. Quiz: 4.11 Peer Teaching of Vocabulary Words
23. 4.12 Vocabulary Assessment and Review
24. Quiz: 4.12 Vocabulary Assessment and Review
1. 5.1 Exploring Advanced Literary Devices (Juxtaposition, Enjambment)
2. Quiz: 5.1 Exploring Advanced Literary Devices (Juxtaposition, Enjambment)
3. 5.2 Analyzing the Effect of Literary Devices in Poetry and Prose
4. Quiz: 5.2 Analyzing the Effect of Literary Devices in Poetry and Prose
5. 5.3 Using Literary Devices to Enhance Writing
6. Quiz: 5.3 Using Literary Devices to Enhance Writing
7. 5.4 Biblical Examples of Complex Literary Devices in Scripture
8. Quiz: 5.4 Biblical Examples of Complex Literary Devices in Scripture
9. 5.5 Understanding Metaphor and Simile in Depth
10. Quiz: 5.5 Understanding Metaphor and Simile in Depth
11. 5.6 Analyzing Personification and Onomatopoeia
12. Quiz: 5.6 Analyzing Personification and Onomatopoeia
13. 5.7 Exploring Alliteration and Assonance
14. Quiz: 5.7 Exploring Alliteration and Assonance
15. 5.8 Examining Hyperbole and Understatement
16. Quiz: 5.8 Examining Hyperbole and Understatement
17. 5.9 Using Irony and Sarcasm Effectively
18. Quiz: 5.9 Using Irony and Sarcasm Effectively
19. 5.10 Integrating Multiple Literary Devices in Creative Writing
20. Quiz: 5.10 Integrating Multiple Literary Devices in Creative Writing
1. 6.1 Conducting In-Depth Research and Organizing Information
2. Quiz: 6.1 Conducting In-Depth Research and Organizing Information
3. 6.2 Writing Detailed Expository Essays and Reports
4. Quiz: 6.2 Writing Detailed Expository Essays and Reports
5. 6.3 Incorporating Biblical References and Theological Insights into Research
6. Quiz: 6.3 Incorporating Biblical References and Theological Insights into Research
7. 6.4 Reflecting on the Role of Knowledge and Wisdom in Faith-Based Research
8. Quiz: 6.4 Reflecting on the Role of Knowledge and Wisdom in Faith-Based Research
9. 6.5 Evaluating Sources for Credibility and Relevance
10. Quiz: 6.5 Evaluating Sources for Credibility and Relevance
11. 6.6 Effective Note-Taking and Information Management
12. Quiz: 6.6 Effective Note-Taking and Information Management
13. 6.7 Creating Outlines for Expository Writing
14. Quiz: 6.7 Creating Outlines for Expository Writing
15. 6.8 Crafting Clear Introductions and Conclusions
16. Quiz: 6.8 Crafting Clear Introductions and Conclusions
17. 6.9 Citing Sources and Avoiding Plagiarism
18. Quiz: 6.9 Citing Sources and Avoiding Plagiarism
19. 6.10 Presenting Research Findings Effectively
20. Quiz: 6.10 Presenting Research Findings Effectively

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Seventh Grade English Language Arts Course Overview

Unit 1: Advanced Grammar and Syntax

Unit 2: Comprehensive Reading Comprehension and Analysis

Unit 3: Analytical and Persuasive Writing

Unit 4: Advanced Vocabulary and Word Usage

Unit 5: Literary Devices and Their Impact

Unit 6: Research Skills and Expository Writing

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