Continuing the development of skills introduced in English 9, this course will advance composition techniques, writing modes, spoken and written expression, language skills (grammar and revision), and reading strategies. This course will survey world literature to build upon the competencies learned in the beginning course and prepares students to achieve proficiency on the State tests. The course meets all the requirements in the Arizona College and Career Standards for a Sophomore English Course. Upon completion of this course, students must take the AzMERIT EOC for grade 10.