Third Grade Language Arts Assessments	Score	Date	Parent Signature
4.1.2	Identify common prefixes, suffixes, and base words. Identify and use antonyms, synonyms, compounds, and homophones. Identify the meanings of contractions. Demonstrate proper use of words with more than one meaning.
4.1.3	Identify the main idea of a selection. Recall important details from a selection. Read and interpret tables, graphs, and diagrams.
4.1.4	Demonstrate effective library use:  Use call numbers to locate fiction and nonfiction.  Locate specific information in reference materials.  Uses electronic card catalog to locate information.  Applies skills when using a dictionary, encyclopedia, table of contents, index,  and glossary.
4.1.5	Distinguish between fables, fairy tales, and tall tales. Distinguish between fiction and nonfiction selections.
4.1.6	Identify plot, mood, setting, and characters in fiction selections Predict outcomes of selected readings Sequence events of a story Explain the meaning of figurative language.
4.1.7	Identify statements as fact or opinion. Use steps in a process to create a project. Draw conclusions and make inferences related to a selected reading. Identify author’s purpose for writing.
4.1.8	Compare and contrast two tall tales using a Venn Diagram.
4.2.1	Uses capitalization and punctuation appropriately. Use end punctuation marks in complete sentences. Use commas between city and state, and in a series. Use apostrophes in contractions and in singular possessive nouns
4.2.2	Write a grade appropriate sample about a favorite place.
4.2.3	Correctly forms and cursive letters.
4.2.5	Generates research questions. Take notes on information found through reading.
4.3.1	Use oral language which is developmentally appropriate. Participate orally in class discussion.
4.3.2	Read poetry orally with expression to an audience.
4.3.3	Follow oral directions.