(1) A fourth-grade student at the advanced level of literature demonstrates superior performance. He/she:

(a) accurately comprehends material at the literal level and sometimes at the figurative level;

(b) makes predictions and connections within and between literary works;

(c) interprets as a reader, listener, and viewer how language affects the meaning of literary works;

(d) confidently identifies the language and literary tools that contribute to the meaning;

(e) evaluates how language and literary tools contribute to the impact of literary works;

(f) purposefully selects print and non-print material from diverse cultures and viewpoints to fulfill needs; and

(g) demonstrates the depth of understanding by sharing responses to a variety of literary works.