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Advanced Syntax: Phrases, Clauses, and Complex Connectors
7th Grade · Ela · Open Global English
7 lessons
Goal
Analyze and manipulate noun, verb, prepositional, adjectival, and adverbial phrases alongside independent, dependent, and relative clauses using advanced conjunctions and conjunctive adverbs.
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Identifying and Expanding Noun and Verb Phrases
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- 4Distinguishing Independent and Subordinate ClausesNot started yet
- 5Constructing Restrictive and Nonrestrictive Relative ClausesNot started yet
- 6Connecting Ideas with Correlative Conjunctions and Parallel StructureNot started yet
- 7Signaling Complex Relationships with Conjunctive AdverbsNot started yet
Standards Covered
- OGE.8.L.1Open Global English Standards 2026™ · Ela · Level 8 / Grade 7 (Age 12) · Grade 7Explain and manipulate the functions of phrases (noun, verb, prepositional, adjectival, adverbial) and clauses (independent, dependent/subordinate, relative) in sentences, using subordinating, coordinating, and correlative conjunctions (either/or, neither/nor) and conjunctive adverbs to signal complex conceptual relationships.
- OGE.8.L.4Open Global English Standards 2026™ · Ela · Level 8 / Grade 7 (Age 12) · Grade 7Apply advanced mechanics and punctuation conventions: use commas to separate coordinate adjectives and set off introductory elements/parenthetical clauses; use semicolons to connect independent clauses; use colons and brackets to structure meaning and enclose supplemental data; and apply correct capitalization.
Curriculum Framework
7th Grade · Ela · Open Global English
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7 lessons
Advanced Syntax: Phrases, Clauses, and Complex Connectors
Analyze and manipulate noun, verb, prepositional, adjectival, and adverbial phrases alongside independent, dependent, and relative clauses using advanced conjunctions and conjunctive adverbs.
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6 lessons
Sentence Structures, Agreement, and Structural Repairs
Construct compound-complex sentences with flawless agreement while identifying and repairing fragments, comma splices, and run-on sentences.
3
5 lessons
Verb Tense, Aspect Consistency, and Modifier Placement
Maintain tense and aspect consistency across multisentence paragraphs and position modifying phrases accurately to eliminate misplaced and dangling modifiers.
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6 lessons
Advanced Mechanics, Punctuation, and Formatting Conventions
Apply coordinate adjective commas, parenthetical punctuation, semicolons, colons, brackets, and advanced capitalization rules accurately.
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5 lessons
Orthography, Morphology, and Word Decoding
Master orthographic patterns, resolve commonly confused homophones, and utilize Greek and Latin morphemes to decode complex academic words.
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5 lessons
Vocabulary Acquisition, Context Clues, and Reference Tools
Infer word meanings using diverse sentence context clues and verify definitions, pronunciations, and etymologies using print and digital reference materials.
7
5 lessons
Figurative Language, Allusions, and Semantic Nuances
Interpret figures of speech, mythological and literary allusions, word analogies, and subtle connotations among synonymous words.
8
6 lessons
Concise Academic Style and Sociolinguistic Diversity
Apply precise academic vocabulary while eliminating redundancy, and examine sociolinguistic variation and dialects across geographic and cultural contexts.