9.3.W.1

Students will compose narratives reflecting real or imagined experiences that: include engaging plots involving well-developed, complex characters resolving conflicts; establish narrator(s) that enhance(s) the narrative; are intentionally sequenced in a way to achieve a specific effect (e.g., create suspense, establish mood, reflect theme); provide clear descriptions, using precise language, sensory details, and dialogue; include varied syntax to enhance readability; emulate literary elements and/or literary devices from mentor texts.

9th Grade · Oklahoma Academic Standards · Oklahoma 2021