(1) A graduating student at the nearing proficiency level of literature demonstrates partial mastery of prerequisite skills and knowledge fundamental for proficiency in literature. He/she:

(a) comprehends material at the literal level but only occasionally at the figurative level;

(b) develops and pursues questions and answers in his/her responses to literary works;

(c) recognizes and discusses how language and literary tools influence the meaning and impact of literary works as a reader, listener, and viewer;

(d) uses prior experience to select material;

(e) occasionally applies criteria that assesses reliability, authenticity, and literary merit; and

(f) relies on more predictable and limited forms to share responses to a variety of literary works.