Common Core · English Language Arts
WHST.6-8.1b
6-8 · Writing in History/Social Studies, Science & Technical Subjects
Support claim(s) with logical reasoning and relevant, accurate data and evidence that demonstrate an understanding of the topic or text, using credible sources.
- Official code
- CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.WHST.6-8.1b
- Short code
- WHST.6-8.1b
- Subject
- English Language Arts
- Grade
- 6-8
- Domain
- Writing in History/Social Studies, Science & Technical Subjects
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