4th Grade TAKS Writing Objectives
4th Grade TAKS
2002-2003



4th Grade TAKS Writtng Objectives

Writing Objective 1

The student will produce an effective composition for a specific purpose.
  • write to express, inform, or entertain
  • exhibit an identifiable voice in narratives
  • write legibly
  • revise

    • Writing Objective 2

    		The student will produce a composition that demonstrates the conventions of spelling, capitalization, punctuation, grammar, usage, and sentence structure.
  • capitalize and punctuate correctly
  • write with accurate spelling
  • apply standard grammar and usage to communicate clearly
  • edit and proofread

    • Writing Objective 3

    		The student will recognize appropriate organization of ideas in written text.
  • revise drafts by adding, elaborating, deleting, combining, and rearranging text

    • Writing Objective 4

    		The student will recognize correct and effective sentence construction in written text.
  • recognize fragments and run-on sentences and determine the best way to correct them
  • choose the most effective way to combine ideas
  • improve the wording of awkward and/or wordy sentences

    • Writing Objective 5

    		The student will recognize standard usage and appropriate word choice in written text.
  • use subject/verb agreement
  • use correct verb tense
  • use adjectives and adverbs appropriately
  • use pronouns accurately

    • Writing Objective 6

    		The student will proofread for correct punctuation, capitalization, and spelling in written text.
  • proofread for spelling errors
  • proofread for capitalization errors
  • proofread for punctuation errors


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