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Social Studies Benchmarks Grades 8-10
 * Analyze the influence of different cultural perspectives on the actions of groups
 * Analyze the consequences of oppression, discrimination, and conflict between cultures
 * Analyze connections between World War II, Cold War, and contemporary conflicts

Language Arts Benchmarks
 * Compose reflective writings that balance refelections by using specific experiences to draw conclusions about life.
 * Write responses to literature that provide an interpretation, recognize ambiguities, nuances and complexities and that understand the author's use of stylistic devices and effects created.