TEKS: Chapter 110. English Language Arts and Reading See All Teacher Resources

110.48.b.2

(2) The student builds an extensive vocabulary through reading and systematic word study. The student is expected to:

• (A) expand vocabulary through wide reading, viewing, listening, and discussion;

• (B) apply knowledge of affixes and roots to comprehend;

• (C) investigate word origins to understand meanings, derivations, and spellings;

• (D) distinguish between the connotative and denotative meanings and interpret the connotative power of words;

• (E) use reference material to determine precise meaning and usage such as glossary, dictionary, thesaurus, and available technology; and

• (F) use context to determine meanings of words and phrases such as figurative language, idiomatic expressions, homonyms, and technical vocabulary.