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Adapt speech to a variety of contexts and tasks, demonstrating command of formal English when indicated or appropriate. (See grade 6 Language standards for specific expectations.)
Standard ID: 
795096698
Level: 
OBJECTIVE / EXPECTATION
Year adopted: 
2016
State / Organization: 
West Virginia Standards
Grade: 
6
Subject: 
Language Arts
Label: 
ELA.6.35.

From books and research, young people read about the Aztec Empire practice of human sacrifice, which was seen as a gift to help the community. Discuss the concept of sacrifice for the common good and debate individual rights and community responsibility when taking action for the common good.