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GA Milestones Grades 9/10 Practice – Single Texts
This collection features reading and writing practice aligned to the Georgia Milestones Assessment System (GMAS) for Grade 5. Each practice assessment includes a single text followed by questions featuring a mix of multiple-choice questions and other item types. The practice assessments also include an Extended Constructed Response prompt with updates based on new Georgia writing criteria. Student-friendly feedback is included and teachers can also choose to use AI-assisted feedback for Extended Response questions. Use the assessments in this collection for close reading and formative practice aligned to Georgia ELA standards.
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GMAS Practice – Single Text: Grades 9/10 Assignment 1
GMAS Practice – Single Text: Grades 9/10 Assignment 1
This assignment, based on the reading “Rigoberta Menchú” allows students to practice responding to reading comprehension questions and writing prompts similar to those on the Georgia Milestones Assessment System (GMAS). Questions are aligned to the Georgia Milestones in English Language Arts for Grades 9 & 10.
Duration: 45–60 minutes
SKILLS (22):Analyze Argument / Informational Text (IR), Cite Evidence from Text (IR), Determine/Explain Topic, Make Inferences (IR), Identify Main Idea and Details (IR), Use Rhetorical Strategies, Summarize/Paraphrase Text (IR), Determine Word Meaning (IR), Use Voice/Style/Tone, Use Correct Grammar, Provide a Strong Introduction, Vary Sentence Structure, Organize, Use Transitions, Cite Text Evidence, Write to Task & Purpose, Provide a Strong Conclusion, Use Correct Grammar/Spelling/Punctuation, State a Claim, Opinion, or Point of View, Elaborate (Arg), Elaborate (Info), Support with Reasons & EvidenceSTANDARDS:W.9.2.e, W.9.3.d, W.9.1.e, W.9.1.d, W.9.4, W.9.2.b, RI.9.2, W.9.2.a, W.9.1.c, W.9.5, W.9.2.d, W.9.1.b, W.9.2.c, W.9.2.f, RI.9.3, W.9.1.a, RI.9.1, RI.9.4FORMAT:AssessmentSkills in this Assignment
- Analyze Argument / Informational Text (IR)
- Cite Evidence from Text (IR)
- Determine/Explain Topic
- Make Inferences (IR)
- Identify Main Idea and Details (IR)
- Use Rhetorical Strategies
- Summarize/Paraphrase Text (IR)
- Determine Word Meaning (IR)
- Use Voice/Style/Tone
- Provide a Strong Introduction
- Vary Sentence Structure
- Organize
- Use Transitions
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Cite Text Evidence
- Support with Reasons & Evidence
- Write to Task & Purpose
- Provide a Strong Conclusion
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Use Correct Grammar/Spelling/Punctuation
- Use Correct Grammar
- State a Claim, Opinion, or Point of View
- Elaborate (Arg)
- Elaborate (Info)
Standards in this Assignment
- W.9.2.e
- W.9.3.d
- W.9.1.e
- W.9.1.d
- W.9.4
- W.9.2.b
- RI.9.2
- W.9.2.a
- W.9.1.c
- W.9.5
- W.9.2.d
- W.9.1.b
- W.9.2.c
- W.9.2.f
- RI.9.3
- W.9.1.a
- RI.9.1
- RI.9.4
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GMAS Practice – Single Text: Grades 9/10 Assignment 2
GMAS Practice – Single Text: Grades 9/10 Assignment 2
This assignment, based on the reading “Looking for Superheroes,” allows students to practice responding to reading comprehension questions and writing prompts similar to those on the Georgia Milestones Assessment System (GMAS). Questions are aligned to the Georgia Milestones in English Language Arts for Grades 9 & 10.
Duration: 45–60 minutes
SKILLS (20):Analyze Argument / Informational Text (IR), Analyze Author's Craft (IR), Analyze Author's Purpose & Perspective, Determine/Explain Topic, Use Rhetorical Strategies, Determine Word Meaning (IR), Use Voice/Style/Tone, Use Correct Grammar, Provide a Strong Introduction, Vary Sentence Structure, Organize, Use Transitions, Cite Text Evidence, Write to Task & Purpose, Provide a Strong Conclusion, Use Correct Grammar/Spelling/Punctuation, State a Claim, Opinion, or Point of View, Elaborate (Arg), Elaborate (Info), Support with Reasons & EvidenceSTANDARDS:W.9.2.e, W.9.3.d, W.9.1.e, W.9.1.d, W.9.4, W.9.2.b, W.9.2.a, RI.9.2, W.9.5, W.9.1.c, W.9.2.d, W.9.1.b, W.9.2.c, W.9.2.f, RI.9.3, W.9.1.a, RI.9.4, RI.9.6FORMAT:AssessmentSkills in this Assignment
- Analyze Argument / Informational Text (IR)
- Analyze Author's Craft (IR)
- Analyze Author's Purpose & Perspective
- Determine/Explain Topic
- Use Rhetorical Strategies
- Determine Word Meaning (IR)
- Use Voice/Style/Tone
- Provide a Strong Introduction
- Vary Sentence Structure
- Organize
- Use Transitions
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Cite Text Evidence
- Support with Reasons & Evidence
- Write to Task & Purpose
- Provide a Strong Conclusion
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Use Correct Grammar/Spelling/Punctuation
- Use Correct Grammar
- State a Claim, Opinion, or Point of View
- Elaborate (Arg)
- Elaborate (Info)
Standards in this Assignment
- W.9.2.e
- W.9.3.d
- W.9.1.e
- W.9.1.d
- W.9.4
- W.9.2.b
- W.9.2.a
- RI.9.2
- W.9.5
- W.9.1.c
- W.9.2.d
- W.9.1.b
- W.9.2.c
- W.9.2.f
- RI.9.3
- W.9.1.a
- RI.9.4
- RI.9.6
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GA Milestones Grades 9/10 Practice – Text Sets
This Georgia Text Set Collection features reading and writing practice aligned to the Georgia Milestones Assessment System (GMAS) for Grades 9 and 10. Each practice assessment includes a text set followed by questions featuring a mix of multiple-choice questions and other item types. The practice assessments also include an Extended Constructed Response prompt with updates based on new Georgia writing criteria. Student-friendly feedback is included and teachers can also choose to use AI-assisted feedback for Extended Response questions. Use the assessments in this collection for formative practice aligned to Georgia ELA standards.
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GMAS Practice – Text Set: Grades 9/10 Assignment 1
GMAS Practice – Text Set: Grades 9/10 Assignment 1
This assignment, based on the text set including the readings from the Old Greek Folk Stories Told Anew: “Arachne” and “Arachne,” allows students to practice responding to reading comprehension questions and writing prompts similar to those on the Georgia Milestones Assessment System (GMAS). Questions are aligned to the Georgia Milestones in English Language Arts for Grades 9 & 10.
Duration: 45–60 minutes
SKILLS (21):Analyze Author's Craft (LR), Analyze Purpose & Point of View, Demonstrate Comprehension (LR), Make Connections (LR), Use Rhetorical Strategies, Synthesize (LR), Determine Word Meaning (LR), Use Voice/Style/Tone, Use Correct Grammar, Provide a Strong Introduction, Vary Sentence Structure, Organize, Use Transitions, Cite Text Evidence, Write to Task & Purpose, Provide a Strong Conclusion, Use Correct Grammar/Spelling/Punctuation, State a Claim, Opinion, or Point of View, Elaborate (Arg), Elaborate (Info), Support with Reasons & EvidenceSTANDARDS:W.9.2.e, W.9.3.d, W.9.1.e, RL.9.5, W.9.1.d, W.9.4, RL.9.4, W.9.2.b, RL.9.9, W.9.2.a, RL.9.6, W.9.5, W.9.1.c, W.9.2.d, W.9.1.b, W.9.2.c, W.9.2.f, W.9.1.aFORMAT:AssessmentSkills in this Assignment
- Analyze Author's Craft (LR)
- Analyze Purpose & Point of View
- Demonstrate Comprehension (LR)
- Make Connections (LR)
- Use Rhetorical Strategies
- Synthesize (LR)
- Determine Word Meaning (LR)
- Use Voice/Style/Tone
- Provide a Strong Introduction
- Vary Sentence Structure
- Organize
- Use Transitions
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Cite Text Evidence
- Support with Reasons & Evidence
- Write to Task & Purpose
- Provide a Strong Conclusion
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Use Correct Grammar/Spelling/Punctuation
- Use Correct Grammar
- State a Claim, Opinion, or Point of View
- Elaborate (Arg)
- Elaborate (Info)
Standards in this Assignment
- W.9.2.e
- W.9.3.d
- W.9.1.e
- RL.9.5
- W.9.1.d
- W.9.4
- RL.9.4
- W.9.2.b
- RL.9.9
- W.9.2.a
- RL.9.6
- W.9.5
- W.9.1.c
- W.9.2.d
- W.9.1.b
- W.9.2.c
- W.9.2.f
- W.9.1.a
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GMAS Practice – Text Set: Grades 9/10 Assignment 2
GMAS Practice – Text Set: Grades 9/10 Assignment 2
This assignment, based on the text set including the readings “Women's Right to Vote,” "Deeds not Words," "Journey for Justice," and "Front page of Woman’s Journal and Suffrage News, March 8, 1913" allows students to practice responding to a writing prompt similar to those on the Georgia Milestones Assessment System (GMAS). Questions are aligned to the Georgia GMAS English Language Arts standards for Grades 9 & 10.
Duration: 45–60 minutes
SKILLS (22):Analyze Author's Craft (IR), Analyze Author's Purpose & Perspective, Cite Evidence from Text (IR), Demonstrate Comprehension (IR), Make Inferences (IR), Identify Main Idea and Details (IR), Use Rhetorical Strategies, Summarize/Paraphrase Text (IR), Use Voice/Style/Tone, Use Correct Grammar, Provide a Strong Introduction, Vary Sentence Structure, Organize, Use Transitions, Cite Text Evidence, Write to Task & Purpose, Provide a Strong Conclusion, Use Correct Grammar/Spelling/Punctuation, State a Claim, Opinion, or Point of View, Elaborate (Arg), Elaborate (Info), Support with Reasons & EvidenceSTANDARDS:W.9.2.e, W.9.3.d, W.9.1.e, W.9.1.d, RI.9.8, W.9.4, W.9.2.b, W.9.2.a, RI.9.2, W.9.5, W.9.1.c, W.9.2.d, W.9.1.b, W.9.2.f, W.9.2.c, W.9.1.a, RI.9.6, RI.9.1FORMAT:AssessmentSkills in this Assignment
- Analyze Author's Craft (IR)
- Analyze Author's Purpose & Perspective
- Cite Evidence from Text (IR)
- Demonstrate Comprehension (IR)
- Make Inferences (IR)
- Identify Main Idea and Details (IR)
- Use Rhetorical Strategies
- Summarize/Paraphrase Text (IR)
- Use Voice/Style/Tone
- Provide a Strong Introduction
- Vary Sentence Structure
- Organize
- Use Transitions
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Cite Text Evidence
- Support with Reasons & Evidence
- Write to Task & Purpose
- Provide a Strong Conclusion
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Use Correct Grammar/Spelling/Punctuation
- Use Correct Grammar
- State a Claim, Opinion, or Point of View
- Elaborate (Arg)
- Elaborate (Info)
Standards in this Assignment
- W.9.2.e
- W.9.3.d
- W.9.1.e
- W.9.1.d
- RI.9.8
- W.9.4
- W.9.2.b
- W.9.2.a
- RI.9.2
- W.9.5
- W.9.1.c
- W.9.2.d
- W.9.1.b
- W.9.2.f
- W.9.2.c
- W.9.1.a
- RI.9.6
- RI.9.1
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GMAS Practice – Text Set: Grades 9/10 Assignment 3
GMAS Practice – Text Set: Grades 9/10 Assignment 3
This assignment, based on the text set including the readings “Do You Really Want a Baby Tiger?” "Go Figure! Owning Exotic Pets," "No Good Arguments For The Exotic Pet Trade – Just Good Marketing," and "Not a Pet" allows students to practice responding to a writing prompt similar to those on the Georgia Milestones Assessment System (GMAS). Questions are aligned to the Georgia GMAS English Language Arts standards for Grades 9 & 10.
Duration: 45–60 minutes
SKILLS (24):Analyze Author's Craft (IR), Analyze Author's Purpose & Perspective, Demonstrate Comprehension (IR), Identify Genres (IR), Identify Main Idea and Details (IR), Make Connections (IR), Use Rhetorical Strategies, Summarize/Paraphrase Text (IR), Synthesize (IR), Analyze Text Features & Structures (IR), Use Voice/Style/Tone, Use Correct Grammar, Provide a Strong Introduction, Vary Sentence Structure, Organize, Use Transitions, Cite Text Evidence, Write to Task & Purpose, Provide a Strong Conclusion, Use Correct Grammar/Spelling/Punctuation, State a Claim, Opinion, or Point of View, Elaborate (Arg), Elaborate (Info), Support with Reasons & EvidenceSTANDARDS:W.9.2.e, W.9.3.d, W.9.1.e, W.9.1.d, RI.9.8, W.9.4, W.9.2.b, RI.9.7, RI.9.2, W.9.2.a, W.9.5, W.9.1.c, W.9.2.d, RI.9.5, W.9.1.b, W.9.2.f, W.9.2.c, W.9.1.a, RI.9.6FORMAT:AssessmentSkills in this Assignment
- Analyze Author's Craft (IR)
- Analyze Author's Purpose & Perspective
- Demonstrate Comprehension (IR)
- Identify Genres (IR)
- Identify Main Idea and Details (IR)
- Make Connections (IR)
- Use Rhetorical Strategies
- Summarize/Paraphrase Text (IR)
- Synthesize (IR)
- Analyze Text Features & Structures (IR)
- Use Voice/Style/Tone
- Provide a Strong Introduction
- Vary Sentence Structure
- Organize
- Use Transitions
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Cite Text Evidence
- Support with Reasons & Evidence
- Write to Task & Purpose
- Provide a Strong Conclusion
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Use Correct Grammar/Spelling/Punctuation
- Use Correct Grammar
- State a Claim, Opinion, or Point of View
- Elaborate (Arg)
- Elaborate (Info)
Standards in this Assignment
- W.9.2.e
- W.9.3.d
- W.9.1.e
- W.9.1.d
- RI.9.8
- W.9.4
- W.9.2.b
- RI.9.7
- RI.9.2
- W.9.2.a
- W.9.5
- W.9.1.c
- W.9.2.d
- RI.9.5
- W.9.1.b
- W.9.2.f
- W.9.2.c
- W.9.1.a
- RI.9.6
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GMAS Practice – Text Set: Grades 9/10 Assignment 4
GMAS Practice – Text Set: Grades 9/10 Assignment 4
This assignment, based on the text set including the readings “The American Promise” and “All Together Now” allows students to practice responding to reading comprehension questions and writing prompts similar to those on the Georgia Milestones Assessment System (GMAS). Questions are aligned to the Georgia Milestones in English Language Arts for Grades 9 & 10.
Duration: 45–60 minutes
SKILLS (21):Analyze Claim (TEKS), Analyze Evidence (TEKS), Explain Author's Purpose (TEKS), Identify Audience (TEKS), Identify Word Meaning through Context (TEKS), Use Rhetorical Strategies, Understand through Synthesis (TEKS), Use Voice/Style/Tone, Use Correct Grammar, Provide a Strong Introduction, Vary Sentence Structure, Organize, Use Transitions, Cite Text Evidence, Write to Task & Purpose, Provide a Strong Conclusion, Use Correct Grammar/Spelling/Punctuation, State a Claim, Opinion, or Point of View, Elaborate (Arg), Elaborate (Info), Support with Reasons & EvidenceSTANDARDS:W.9.2.e, W.9.3.d, W.9.1.e, W.9.1.d, W.9.4, W.9.2.b, W.9.2.a, W.9.5, W.9.1.c, W.9.2.d, W.9.1.b, W.9.2.c, W.9.2.f, W.9.1.aFORMAT:AssessmentSkills in this Assignment
- Analyze Claim (TEKS)
- Analyze Evidence (TEKS)
- Explain Author's Purpose (TEKS)
- Identify Audience (TEKS)
- Identify Word Meaning through Context (TEKS)
- Use Rhetorical Strategies
- Understand through Synthesis (TEKS)
- Use Voice/Style/Tone
- Provide a Strong Introduction
- Vary Sentence Structure
- Organize
- Use Transitions
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Cite Text Evidence
- Support with Reasons & Evidence
- Write to Task & Purpose
- Provide a Strong Conclusion
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Use Correct Grammar/Spelling/Punctuation
- Use Correct Grammar
- State a Claim, Opinion, or Point of View
- Elaborate (Arg)
- Elaborate (Info)
Standards in this Assignment
- W.9.2.e
- W.9.3.d
- W.9.1.e
- W.9.1.d
- W.9.4
- W.9.2.b
- W.9.2.a
- W.9.5
- W.9.1.c
- W.9.2.d
- W.9.1.b
- W.9.2.c
- W.9.2.f
- W.9.1.a
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GA Milestones Grades 9/10 Practice – Peer Revision Task
This collection features Peer Review practice aligned to the Georgia Milestones Assessment System (GMAS) for Grades 9 and 10. Each practice assessment includes one revising task and one editing task, providing formative assessment and instruction opportunities in these skills, aligned to the Georgia GMAS English Language Arts Standards.
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GMAS Practice – Peer Review Task: Grades 9/10 Assignment 1
GMAS Practice – Peer Review Task: Grades 9/10 Assignment 1
This assignment provides practice for Grades 9/10 students in Revising and Editing, aligned to the Georgia GMAS English Language Arts standards.
Duration: 45–60 minutes
SKILLS (3):Check Spelling & Punctuation, Use Correct Grammar, Use Correct Grammar/Spelling/PunctuationSTANDARDS:W.9.5FORMAT:EssaySkills in this Assignment
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Use Correct Grammar/Spelling/Punctuation
- Check Spelling & Punctuation
- Use Correct Grammar
Standards in this Assignment
- W.9.5
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Use Correct Grammar/Spelling/Punctuation
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GMAS Practice – Peer Review Task: Grades 9/10 Assignment 2
GMAS Practice – Peer Review Task: Grades 9/10 Assignment 2
This assignment provides practice for Grades 9/10 students in Revising and Editing, aligned to the Georgia GMAS English Language Arts standards.
Duration: 45–60 minutes
SKILLS (3):Check Spelling & Punctuation, Use Correct Grammar, Use Correct Grammar/Spelling/PunctuationSTANDARDS:W.9.5FORMAT:EssaySkills in this Assignment
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Use Correct Grammar/Spelling/Punctuation
- Check Spelling & Punctuation
- Use Correct Grammar
Standards in this Assignment
- W.9.5
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Use Correct Grammar/Spelling/Punctuation
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GMAS Practice – Peer Review Task: Grades 9/10 Assignment 3
GMAS Practice – Peer Review Task: Grades 9/10 Assignment 3
This assignment provides practice for Grades 9/10 students in Revising and Editing, aligned to the Georgia GMAS English Language Arts standards.
Duration: 45–60 minutes
SKILLS (2):Check Spelling & Punctuation, Use Correct Grammar/Spelling/PunctuationSTANDARDS:W.9.5FORMAT:EssaySkills in this Assignment
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Use Correct Grammar/Spelling/Punctuation
- Check Spelling & Punctuation
Standards in this Assignment
- W.9.5
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Use Correct Grammar/Spelling/Punctuation
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GMAS Practice – Peer Review Task: Grades 9/10 Assignment 4
GMAS Practice – Peer Review Task: Grades 9/10 Assignment 4
This assignment provides practice for Grades 9/10 students in Editing, aligned to the Georgia GMAS English Language Arts standards.
Duration: 45–60 minutes
SKILLS (2):Check Spelling & Punctuation, Use Correct Grammar/Spelling/PunctuationSTANDARDS:W.9.5FORMAT:EssaySkills in this Assignment
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Use Correct Grammar/Spelling/Punctuation
- Check Spelling & Punctuation
Standards in this Assignment
- W.9.5
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Use Correct Grammar/Spelling/Punctuation
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GMAS Practice – Peer Review Task: Grades 9/10 Assignment 5
GMAS Practice – Peer Review Task: Grades 9/10 Assignment 5
This assignment provides practice for Grades 9/10 students in Revising and Editing, aligned to the Georgia GMAS English Language Arts standards.
Duration: 45–60 minutes
SKILLS (3):Check Spelling & Punctuation, Use Correct Grammar, Use Correct Grammar/Spelling/PunctuationSTANDARDS:W.9.5FORMAT:EssaySkills in this Assignment
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Use Correct Grammar/Spelling/Punctuation
- Check Spelling & Punctuation
- Use Correct Grammar
Standards in this Assignment
- W.9.5
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Use Correct Grammar/Spelling/Punctuation
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GMAS Practice – Peer Review Task: Grades 9/10 Assignment 6
GMAS Practice – Peer Review Task: Grades 9/10 Assignment 6
This assignment provides practice for Grades 9/10 students in Revising and Editing, aligned to the Georgia GMAS English Language Arts standards.
Duration: 45–60 minutes
SKILLS (3):Check Spelling & Punctuation, Use Correct Grammar, Use Correct Grammar/Spelling/PunctuationSTANDARDS:W.9.5FORMAT:EssaySkills in this Assignment
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Use Correct Grammar/Spelling/Punctuation
- Check Spelling & Punctuation
- Use Correct Grammar
Standards in this Assignment
- W.9.5
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Use Correct Grammar/Spelling/Punctuation
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GA Milestones Grades 11/12 Practice – Single Texts
This collection features reading and writing practice aligned to the Georgia Milestones Assessment System (GMAS) for Grade 5. Each practice assessment includes a single text followed by questions featuring a mix of multiple-choice questions and other item types. The practice assessments also include an Extended Constructed Response prompt with updates based on new Georgia writing criteria. Student-friendly feedback is included and teachers can also choose to use AI-assisted feedback for Extended Response questions. Use the assessments in this collection for close reading and formative practice aligned to Georgia ELA standards.
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GMAS Practice – Single Text: Grades 11/12 Assignment 1
GMAS Practice – Single Text: Grades 11/12 Assignment 1
This assignment, based on the reading “False Start,” allows students to practice responding to reading comprehension questions and writing prompts similar to those on the Georgia Milestones Assessment System (GMAS). Questions are aligned to the Georgia Milestones in English Language Arts for Grades 11 & 12.
Duration: 45–60 minutes
SKILLS (20):Analyze Literary Elements (LR), Cite Evidence from Text (LR), Determine Theme, Make Inferences (LR), Use Rhetorical Strategies, Determine Word Meaning (LR), Use Voice/Style/Tone, Use Correct Grammar, Provide a Strong Introduction, Vary Sentence Structure, Organize, Use Transitions, Cite Text Evidence, Write to Task & Purpose, Provide a Strong Conclusion, Use Correct Grammar/Spelling/Punctuation, State a Claim, Opinion, or Point of View, Elaborate (Arg), Elaborate (Info), Support with Reasons & EvidenceSTANDARDS:W.11.3.d, W.11.4, W.11.2.a, W.11.2.f, W.11.1.a, RL.11.3, W.11.1.e, RL.11.4, RL.11.2, W.11.2.e, W.11.5, W.11.2.d, W.11.1.d, W.11.2.b, W.11.1.c, RL.11.1, W.11.1.b, W.11.2.cFORMAT:AssessmentSkills in this Assignment
- Analyze Literary Elements (LR)
- Cite Evidence from Text (LR)
- Determine Theme
- Make Inferences (LR)
- Use Rhetorical Strategies
- Determine Word Meaning (LR)
- Use Voice/Style/Tone
- Provide a Strong Introduction
- Vary Sentence Structure
- Organize
- Use Transitions
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Cite Text Evidence
- Support with Reasons & Evidence
- Write to Task & Purpose
- Provide a Strong Conclusion
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Use Correct Grammar/Spelling/Punctuation
- Use Correct Grammar
- State a Claim, Opinion, or Point of View
- Elaborate (Arg)
- Elaborate (Info)
Standards in this Assignment
- W.11.3.d
- W.11.4
- W.11.2.a
- W.11.2.f
- W.11.1.a
- RL.11.3
- W.11.1.e
- RL.11.4
- RL.11.2
- W.11.2.e
- W.11.5
- W.11.2.d
- W.11.1.d
- W.11.2.b
- W.11.1.c
- RL.11.1
- W.11.1.b
- W.11.2.c
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GMAS Practice – Single Text: Grades 11/12 Assignment 2
GMAS Practice – Single Text: Grades 11/12 Assignment 2
This assignment, based on the reading “Life in the Treetops” allows students to practice responding to reading comprehension questions and writing prompts similar to those on the Georgia Milestones Assessment System (GMAS). Questions are aligned to the Georgia Milestones in English Language Arts for Grades 11 & 12.
Duration: 45–60 minutes
SKILLS (18):Analyze Author's Craft (IR), Analyze Author's Purpose & Perspective, Use Rhetorical Strategies, Determine Word Meaning (IR), Use Voice/Style/Tone, Use Correct Grammar, Provide a Strong Introduction, Vary Sentence Structure, Organize, Use Transitions, Cite Text Evidence, Write to Task & Purpose, Provide a Strong Conclusion, Use Correct Grammar/Spelling/Punctuation, State a Claim, Opinion, or Point of View, Elaborate (Arg), Elaborate (Info), Support with Reasons & EvidenceSTANDARDS:W.11.3.d, W.11.4, W.11.2.a, W.11.2.f, W.11.1.a, W.11.1.e, RI.11.6, W.11.2.e, W.11.5, RI.11.4, W.11.2.d, W.11.1.d, W.11.2.b, W.11.1.c, W.11.1.b, W.11.2.cFORMAT:AssessmentSkills in this Assignment
- Analyze Author's Craft (IR)
- Analyze Author's Purpose & Perspective
- Use Rhetorical Strategies
- Determine Word Meaning (IR)
- Use Voice/Style/Tone
- Provide a Strong Introduction
- Vary Sentence Structure
- Organize
- Use Transitions
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Cite Text Evidence
- Support with Reasons & Evidence
- Write to Task & Purpose
- Provide a Strong Conclusion
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Use Correct Grammar/Spelling/Punctuation
- Use Correct Grammar
- State a Claim, Opinion, or Point of View
- Elaborate (Arg)
- Elaborate (Info)
Standards in this Assignment
- W.11.3.d
- W.11.4
- W.11.2.a
- W.11.2.f
- W.11.1.a
- W.11.1.e
- RI.11.6
- W.11.2.e
- W.11.5
- RI.11.4
- W.11.2.d
- W.11.1.d
- W.11.2.b
- W.11.1.c
- W.11.1.b
- W.11.2.c
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GMAS Practice – Single Text: Grades 11/12 Assignment 3
GMAS Practice – Single Text: Grades 11/12 Assignment 3
This assignment, based on the reading “Silk Connects the World,” allows students to practice responding to reading comprehension questions and writing prompts similar to those on the Georgia Milestones Assessment System (GMAS). Questions are aligned to the Georgia Milestones in English Language Arts for Grades 11 & 12.
Duration: 45–60 minutes
SKILLS (20):Analyze Author's Craft (IR), Analyze Author's Purpose & Perspective, Identify Genres (IR), Use Rhetorical Strategies, Analyze Text Features & Structures (IR), Determine Word Meaning (IR), Use Voice/Style/Tone, Use Correct Grammar, Provide a Strong Introduction, Vary Sentence Structure, Organize, Use Transitions, Cite Text Evidence, Write to Task & Purpose, Provide a Strong Conclusion, Use Correct Grammar/Spelling/Punctuation, State a Claim, Opinion, or Point of View, Elaborate (Arg), Elaborate (Info), Support with Reasons & EvidenceSTANDARDS:W.11.3.d, W.11.4, W.11.2.a, W.11.2.f, W.11.1.a, W.11.1.e, RI.11.6, W.11.2.e, RI.11.4, W.11.5, W.11.2.d, W.11.1.d, W.11.2.b, RI.11.5, W.11.1.c, W.11.1.b, W.11.2.cFORMAT:AssessmentSkills in this Assignment
- Analyze Author's Craft (IR)
- Analyze Author's Purpose & Perspective
- Identify Genres (IR)
- Use Rhetorical Strategies
- Analyze Text Features & Structures (IR)
- Determine Word Meaning (IR)
- Use Voice/Style/Tone
- Provide a Strong Introduction
- Vary Sentence Structure
- Organize
- Use Transitions
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Cite Text Evidence
- Support with Reasons & Evidence
- Write to Task & Purpose
- Provide a Strong Conclusion
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Use Correct Grammar/Spelling/Punctuation
- Use Correct Grammar
- State a Claim, Opinion, or Point of View
- Elaborate (Arg)
- Elaborate (Info)
Standards in this Assignment
- W.11.3.d
- W.11.4
- W.11.2.a
- W.11.2.f
- W.11.1.a
- W.11.1.e
- RI.11.6
- W.11.2.e
- RI.11.4
- W.11.5
- W.11.2.d
- W.11.1.d
- W.11.2.b
- RI.11.5
- W.11.1.c
- W.11.1.b
- W.11.2.c
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GA Milestones Grades 11/12 Practice – Text Sets
This Georgia Text Set Collection features reading and writing practice aligned to the Georgia Milestones Assessment System (GMAS) for Grades 11 and 12. Each practice assessment includes a text set followed by questions featuring a mix of multiple-choice questions and other item types. The practice assessments also include an Extended Constructed Response prompt with updates based on new Georgia writing criteria. Student-friendly feedback is included and teachers can also choose to use AI-assisted feedback for Extended Response questions. Use the assessments in this collection for formative practice aligned to Georgia ELA standards.
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GMAS Practice – Text Set: Grades 11/12 Assignment 1
GMAS Practice – Text Set: Grades 11/12 Assignment 1
This assignment, based on the text set including the readings from “America the Beautiful: Congressional Hearing on National Parks” and “FDR Radio Address at Two Medicine,” allows students to practice responding to reading comprehension questions and writing prompts similar to those on the Georgia Milestones Assessment System (GMAS). Questions are aligned to the Georgia Milestones in English Language Arts for Grades 11 & 12.
Duration: 45–60 minutes
SKILLS (20):Analyze Author's Craft (IR), Analyze Author's Purpose & Perspective, Make Connections (IR), Use Rhetorical Strategies, Synthesize (IR), Determine Word Meaning (IR), Use Voice/Style/Tone, Use Correct Grammar, Provide a Strong Introduction, Vary Sentence Structure, Organize, Use Transitions, Cite Text Evidence, Write to Task & Purpose, Provide a Strong Conclusion, Use Correct Grammar/Spelling/Punctuation, State a Claim, Opinion, or Point of View, Elaborate (Arg), Elaborate (Info), Support with Reasons & EvidenceSTANDARDS:W.11.3.d, RI.11.7, W.11.4, W.11.2.f, W.11.2.a, W.11.1.e, W.11.1.a, RI.11.6, W.11.2.e, RI.11.4, W.11.5, W.11.2.d, W.11.1.d, W.11.2.b, W.11.1.c, W.11.1.b, W.11.2.cFORMAT:AssessmentSkills in this Assignment
- Analyze Author's Craft (IR)
- Analyze Author's Purpose & Perspective
- Make Connections (IR)
- Use Rhetorical Strategies
- Synthesize (IR)
- Determine Word Meaning (IR)
- Use Voice/Style/Tone
- Provide a Strong Introduction
- Vary Sentence Structure
- Organize
- Use Transitions
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Cite Text Evidence
- Support with Reasons & Evidence
- Write to Task & Purpose
- Provide a Strong Conclusion
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Use Correct Grammar/Spelling/Punctuation
- Use Correct Grammar
- State a Claim, Opinion, or Point of View
- Elaborate (Arg)
- Elaborate (Info)
Standards in this Assignment
- W.11.3.d
- RI.11.7
- W.11.4
- W.11.2.f
- W.11.2.a
- W.11.1.e
- W.11.1.a
- RI.11.6
- W.11.2.e
- RI.11.4
- W.11.5
- W.11.2.d
- W.11.1.d
- W.11.2.b
- W.11.1.c
- W.11.1.b
- W.11.2.c
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GMAS Practice – Text Set: Grades 11/12 Assignment 2
GMAS Practice – Text Set: Grades 11/12 Assignment 2
This assignment, based the text set including the readings “The Annexation of Hawaii: A Right and a Duty,” "Why Hawaii Should Not Be Annexed," "Hawaii's Last Queen," and "The Annexation of Hawaii" allows students to practice responding to a writing prompt similar to those on the Georgia Milestones Assessment System (GMAS). Questions are aligned to the Georgia GMAS English Language Arts standards for Grades 11 & 12.
Duration: 45–60 minutes
SKILLS (23):Analyze Argument / Informational Text (IR), Cite Evidence from Text (IR), Determine/Explain Topic, Evaluate Ideas & Texts (IR), Identify Genres (IR), Identify Main Idea and Details (IR), Use Rhetorical Strategies, Summarize/Paraphrase Text (IR), Analyze Text Features & Structures (IR), Use Voice/Style/Tone, Use Correct Grammar, Provide a Strong Introduction, Vary Sentence Structure, Organize, Use Transitions, Cite Text Evidence, Write to Task & Purpose, Provide a Strong Conclusion, Use Correct Grammar/Spelling/Punctuation, State a Claim, Opinion, or Point of View, Elaborate (Arg), Elaborate (Info), Support with Reasons & EvidenceSTANDARDS:W.11.3.d, RI.11.3, W.11.4, W.11.2.a, W.11.2.f, W.11.1.a, W.11.1.e, RI.11.1, W.11.2.e, W.11.5, W.11.2.d, W.11.1.d, RI.11.2, W.11.2.b, RI.11.5, W.11.1.c, W.11.1.b, W.11.2.cFORMAT:AssessmentSkills in this Assignment
- Analyze Argument / Informational Text (IR)
- Cite Evidence from Text (IR)
- Determine/Explain Topic
- Evaluate Ideas & Texts (IR)
- Identify Genres (IR)
- Identify Main Idea and Details (IR)
- Use Rhetorical Strategies
- Summarize/Paraphrase Text (IR)
- Analyze Text Features & Structures (IR)
- Use Voice/Style/Tone
- Provide a Strong Introduction
- Vary Sentence Structure
- Organize
- Use Transitions
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Cite Text Evidence
- Support with Reasons & Evidence
- Write to Task & Purpose
- Provide a Strong Conclusion
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Use Correct Grammar/Spelling/Punctuation
- Use Correct Grammar
- State a Claim, Opinion, or Point of View
- Elaborate (Arg)
- Elaborate (Info)
Standards in this Assignment
- W.11.3.d
- RI.11.3
- W.11.4
- W.11.2.a
- W.11.2.f
- W.11.1.a
- W.11.1.e
- RI.11.1
- W.11.2.e
- W.11.5
- W.11.2.d
- W.11.1.d
- RI.11.2
- W.11.2.b
- RI.11.5
- W.11.1.c
- W.11.1.b
- W.11.2.c
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GMAS Practice – Text Set: Grades 11/12 Assignment 3
GMAS Practice – Text Set: Grades 11/12 Assignment 3
This assignment, based on the text set including the readings “A Ride of a Lifetime: Cruising with a Giant Manta Ray,” "The Monk Seal: Nature’s Recluse," "Billions of Pieces of Plastic Spread Disease in Coral Reefs," and "Blues in the Bay" allows students to practice responding to a writing prompt similar to those on the Georgia Milestones Assessment System (GMAS). Questions are aligned to the Georgia GMAS English Language Arts standards for Grades 11 & 12.
Duration: 45–60 minutes
SKILLS (21):Analyze Author's Craft (IR), Analyze Author's Purpose & Perspective, Demonstrate Comprehension (IR), Make Connections (IR), Use Rhetorical Strategies, Synthesize (IR), Determine Word Meaning (IR), Use Voice/Style/Tone, Use Correct Grammar, Provide a Strong Introduction, Vary Sentence Structure, Organize, Use Transitions, Cite Text Evidence, Write to Task & Purpose, Provide a Strong Conclusion, Use Correct Grammar/Spelling/Punctuation, State a Claim, Opinion, or Point of View, Elaborate (Arg), Elaborate (Info), Support with Reasons & EvidenceSTANDARDS:W.11.3.d, RI.11.3, RI.11.7, W.11.4, W.11.2.f, W.11.2.a, W.11.1.e, W.11.1.a, RI.11.6, W.11.2.e, W.11.5, RI.11.4, W.11.2.d, W.11.1.d, W.11.2.b, W.11.1.c, W.11.1.b, W.11.2.cFORMAT:AssessmentSkills in this Assignment
- Analyze Author's Craft (IR)
- Analyze Author's Purpose & Perspective
- Demonstrate Comprehension (IR)
- Make Connections (IR)
- Use Rhetorical Strategies
- Synthesize (IR)
- Determine Word Meaning (IR)
- Use Voice/Style/Tone
- Provide a Strong Introduction
- Vary Sentence Structure
- Organize
- Use Transitions
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Cite Text Evidence
- Support with Reasons & Evidence
- Write to Task & Purpose
- Provide a Strong Conclusion
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Use Correct Grammar/Spelling/Punctuation
- Use Correct Grammar
- State a Claim, Opinion, or Point of View
- Elaborate (Arg)
- Elaborate (Info)
Standards in this Assignment
- W.11.3.d
- RI.11.3
- RI.11.7
- W.11.4
- W.11.2.f
- W.11.2.a
- W.11.1.e
- W.11.1.a
- RI.11.6
- W.11.2.e
- W.11.5
- RI.11.4
- W.11.2.d
- W.11.1.d
- W.11.2.b
- W.11.1.c
- W.11.1.b
- W.11.2.c
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GMAS Practice – Text Set: Grades 11/12 Assignment 4
GMAS Practice – Text Set: Grades 11/12 Assignment 4
This assignment, based on the text set including the readings from “America the Beautiful: Congressional Hearing on National Parks,” “FDR Radio Address at Two Medicine,” from "How Valuable are National Parks? Evidence from a Proposed National Park Expansion in Alaska," and "Should We Allow Development in National Parks?" allows students to practice responding to reading comprehension questions and writing prompts similar to those on the Georgia Milestones Assessment System (GMAS). Questions are aligned to the Georgia Milestones in English Language Arts for Grade 3.
Duration: 45–60 minutes
SKILLS (20):Analyze Author's Craft (IR), Analyze Author's Purpose & Perspective, Make Connections (IR), Use Rhetorical Strategies, Synthesize (IR), Determine Word Meaning (IR), Use Voice/Style/Tone, Use Correct Grammar, Provide a Strong Introduction, Vary Sentence Structure, Organize, Use Transitions, Cite Text Evidence, Write to Task & Purpose, Provide a Strong Conclusion, Use Correct Grammar/Spelling/Punctuation, State a Claim, Opinion, or Point of View, Elaborate (Arg), Elaborate (Info), Support with Reasons & EvidenceSTANDARDS:W.11.3.d, RI.11.7, W.11.4, W.11.2.a, W.11.2.f, W.11.1.a, W.11.1.e, RI.11.6, W.11.2.e, RI.11.4, W.11.5, W.11.2.d, W.11.1.d, W.11.2.b, W.11.1.c, W.11.1.b, W.11.2.cFORMAT:AssessmentSkills in this Assignment
- Analyze Author's Craft (IR)
- Analyze Author's Purpose & Perspective
- Make Connections (IR)
- Use Rhetorical Strategies
- Synthesize (IR)
- Determine Word Meaning (IR)
- Use Voice/Style/Tone
- Provide a Strong Introduction
- Vary Sentence Structure
- Organize
- Use Transitions
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Cite Text Evidence
- Support with Reasons & Evidence
- Write to Task & Purpose
- Provide a Strong Conclusion
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Use Correct Grammar/Spelling/Punctuation
- Use Correct Grammar
- State a Claim, Opinion, or Point of View
- Elaborate (Arg)
- Elaborate (Info)
Standards in this Assignment
- W.11.3.d
- RI.11.7
- W.11.4
- W.11.2.a
- W.11.2.f
- W.11.1.a
- W.11.1.e
- RI.11.6
- W.11.2.e
- RI.11.4
- W.11.5
- W.11.2.d
- W.11.1.d
- W.11.2.b
- W.11.1.c
- W.11.1.b
- W.11.2.c
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GA Milestones Grades 11/12 Practice – Peer Revision Task
This collection features Peer Review practice aligned to the Georgia Milestones Assessment System (GMAS) for Grades 11 and 12. Each practice assessment includes one revising task and one editing task, providing formative assessment and instruction opportunities in these skills, aligned to the Georgia GMAS English Language Arts Standards.
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GMAS Practice – Peer Review Task: Grades 11/12 Assignment 1
GMAS Practice – Peer Review Task: Grades 11/12 Assignment 1
This assignment provides practice for Grades 11/12 students in Revising and Editing, aligned to the Georgia GMAS English Language Arts standards.
Duration: 45–60 minutes
SKILLS (3):Check Spelling & Punctuation, Use Correct Grammar, Use Correct Grammar/Spelling/PunctuationSTANDARDS:W.10.5FORMAT:EssaySkills in this Assignment
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Use Correct Grammar/Spelling/Punctuation
- Check Spelling & Punctuation
- Use Correct Grammar
Standards in this Assignment
- W.10.5
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Use Correct Grammar/Spelling/Punctuation
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GMAS Practice – Peer Review Task: Grades 11/12 Assignment 2
GMAS Practice – Peer Review Task: Grades 11/12 Assignment 2
This assignment provides practice for Grades 11/12 students in Revising and Editing, aligned to the Georgia GMAS English Language Arts standards.
Duration: 45–60 minutes
SKILLS (3):Check Spelling & Punctuation, Use Correct Grammar, Use Correct Grammar/Spelling/PunctuationSTANDARDS:W.10.5FORMAT:EssaySkills in this Assignment
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Use Correct Grammar/Spelling/Punctuation
- Check Spelling & Punctuation
- Use Correct Grammar
Standards in this Assignment
- W.10.5
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Use Correct Grammar/Spelling/Punctuation
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GMAS Practice – Peer Review Task: Grades 11/12 Assignment 3
GMAS Practice – Peer Review Task: Grades 11/12 Assignment 3
This assignment provides practice for Grades 11/12 students in Revising and Editing, aligned to the Georgia GMAS English Language Arts standards.
Duration: 45–60 minutes
SKILLS (2):Check Spelling & Punctuation, Use Correct Grammar/Spelling/PunctuationSTANDARDS:W.10.5FORMAT:EssaySkills in this Assignment
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Use Correct Grammar/Spelling/Punctuation
- Check Spelling & Punctuation
Standards in this Assignment
- W.10.5
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Use Correct Grammar/Spelling/Punctuation
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GMAS Practice – Peer Review Task: Grades 11/12 Assignment 4
GMAS Practice – Peer Review Task: Grades 11/12 Assignment 4
This assignment provides practice for Grades 11/12 students in Editing, aligned to the Georgia GMAS English Language Arts standards.
Duration: 45–60 minutes
SKILLS (2):Check Spelling & Punctuation, Use Correct Grammar/Spelling/PunctuationSTANDARDS:W.10.5FORMAT:EssaySkills in this Assignment
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Use Correct Grammar/Spelling/Punctuation
- Check Spelling & Punctuation
Standards in this Assignment
- W.10.5
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Use Correct Grammar/Spelling/Punctuation
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GMAS Practice – Peer Review Task: Grades 11/12 Assignment 5
GMAS Practice – Peer Review Task: Grades 11/12 Assignment 5
This assignment provides practice for Grades 11/12 students in Revising and Editing, aligned to the Georgia GMAS English Language Arts standards.
Duration: 45–60 minutes
SKILLS (3):Check Spelling & Punctuation, Use Correct Grammar, Use Correct Grammar/Spelling/PunctuationSTANDARDS:W.10.5FORMAT:EssaySkills in this Assignment
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Use Correct Grammar/Spelling/Punctuation
- Check Spelling & Punctuation
- Use Correct Grammar
Standards in this Assignment
- W.10.5
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Use Correct Grammar/Spelling/Punctuation
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GMAS Practice – Peer Review Task: Grades 11/12 Assignment 6
GMAS Practice – Peer Review Task: Grades 11/12 Assignment 6
This assignment provides practice for Grades 11/12 students in Revising and Editing, aligned to the Georgia GMAS English Language Arts standards.
Duration: 45–60 minutes
SKILLS (3):Check Spelling & Punctuation, Use Correct Grammar, Use Correct Grammar/Spelling/PunctuationSTANDARDS:W.10.5FORMAT:EssaySkills in this Assignment
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Use Correct Grammar/Spelling/Punctuation
- Check Spelling & Punctuation
- Use Correct Grammar
Standards in this Assignment
- W.10.5
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Use Correct Grammar/Spelling/Punctuation
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GA Milestones Grades 9/10 Practice – Single Texts
This collection features reading and writing practice aligned to the Georgia Milestones Assessment System (GMAS) for Grade 5. Each practice assessment includes a single text followed by questions featuring a mix of multiple-choice questions and other item types. The practice assessments also include an Extended Constructed Response prompt with updates based on new Georgia writing criteria. Student-friendly feedback is included and teachers can also choose to use AI-assisted feedback for Extended Response questions. Use the assessments in this collection for close reading and formative practice aligned to Georgia ELA standards.
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GA Milestones Grades 9/10 Practice – Text Sets
This Georgia Text Set Collection features reading and writing practice aligned to the Georgia Milestones Assessment System (GMAS) for Grades 9 and 10. Each practice assessment includes a text set followed by questions featuring a mix of multiple-choice questions and other item types. The practice assessments also include an Extended Constructed Response prompt with updates based on new Georgia writing criteria. Student-friendly feedback is included and teachers can also choose to use AI-assisted feedback for Extended Response questions. Use the assessments in this collection for formative practice aligned to Georgia ELA standards.
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GA Milestones Grades 9/10 Practice – Peer Revision Task
This collection features Peer Review practice aligned to the Georgia Milestones Assessment System (GMAS) for Grades 9 and 10. Each practice assessment includes one revising task and one editing task, providing formative assessment and instruction opportunities in these skills, aligned to the Georgia GMAS English Language Arts Standards.
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GA Milestones Grades 11/12 Practice – Single Texts
This collection features reading and writing practice aligned to the Georgia Milestones Assessment System (GMAS) for Grade 5. Each practice assessment includes a single text followed by questions featuring a mix of multiple-choice questions and other item types. The practice assessments also include an Extended Constructed Response prompt with updates based on new Georgia writing criteria. Student-friendly feedback is included and teachers can also choose to use AI-assisted feedback for Extended Response questions. Use the assessments in this collection for close reading and formative practice aligned to Georgia ELA standards.
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GA Milestones Grades 11/12 Practice – Text Sets
This Georgia Text Set Collection features reading and writing practice aligned to the Georgia Milestones Assessment System (GMAS) for Grades 11 and 12. Each practice assessment includes a text set followed by questions featuring a mix of multiple-choice questions and other item types. The practice assessments also include an Extended Constructed Response prompt with updates based on new Georgia writing criteria. Student-friendly feedback is included and teachers can also choose to use AI-assisted feedback for Extended Response questions. Use the assessments in this collection for formative practice aligned to Georgia ELA standards.
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GA Milestones Grades 11/12 Practice – Peer Revision Task
This collection features Peer Review practice aligned to the Georgia Milestones Assessment System (GMAS) for Grades 11 and 12. Each practice assessment includes one revising task and one editing task, providing formative assessment and instruction opportunities in these skills, aligned to the Georgia GMAS English Language Arts Standards.