RACE Strategy Review

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What does RACE stand for?

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RACE stands for Restate, Answer, Cite, Explain.

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When should you use the RACE strategy?

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You should use the RACE strategy when the question requires a written response and asks you to use evidence or details from the text.

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What does the 'R' in RACE represent?

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The 'R' in RACE represents Restate.

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What does the 'A' in RACE represent?

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The 'A' in RACE represents Answer.

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What does the 'C' in RACE represent?

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The 'C' in RACE represents Cite evidence.

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What does the 'E' in RACE represent?

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The 'E' in RACE represents Explain.

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How do you restate a question?

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To restate a question, you rewrite it in your own words while keeping the original meaning.

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What is an example of citing evidence?

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An example of citing evidence is saying, 'In the passage, the author states...'

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Why is it important to cite evidence in your answers?

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Citing evidence is important because it supports your answer and shows that you have used the text to find your information.

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What is the purpose of the Explain part of RACE?

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The Explain part of RACE is to clarify your answer and show how your evidence supports it.