English // Grammar & Punctuation
Conjunctions, Prepositions and Interjections
Explain the function of conjunctions, prepositions, and interjections in general and in particular sentences, understanding how each word class contributes to meaning
Quick check
If you ask the learner what the word "although" or "ouch!" does in a sentence, can they explain one is a conjunction that joins ideas and the other is an interjection that expresses feeling?
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Topic // Mastery
What mastery looks like
- Identify conjunctions, prepositions, and interjections in sentences and explain their function
- Explain how removing a preposition or conjunction changes the meaning of a sentence
- Use interjections appropriately to convey emotion in dialogue or informal writing
Topic // Map
Where this fits
- RequiredMust come first
- HelpfulHelps, but not essential
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3 topics- PrepositionsRequired
Grammar & Punctuation // Ages 5 to 7
Word functions builds on understanding prepositions
- Subordinate clausesRequired
Grammar & Punctuation // Ages 6 to 9
Conjunction functions builds on subordination/coordination
- Expressing Time, Place and CauseRequired
Grammar & Punctuation // Ages 7 to 8
Explaining the function of prepositions in general and in context builds on practical experience using prepositions and adverbs for time, place, and cause
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Conjunctions, Prepositions and Interjections
Ages 10 to 11 // Concept
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Topic // Standards
Curriculum standards
- Common Core State Standards for English Language Arts & Literacy in History/Social Studies, Science, and Technical Subjects
- L.5.1a
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