Short Constructed Response

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What is a Restatement?

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A Restatement is a way of expressing the same idea in different words, often to clarify or emphasize the original message.

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Why is citing important in writing?

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Citing is important because it gives credit to the original source of information and helps readers verify the facts.

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What does it mean to restate a question?

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To restate a question means to rephrase it in your own words while keeping the original meaning.

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What is a complete sentence?

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A complete sentence is a group of words that expresses a complete thought and includes a subject and a verb.

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How can you identify the main idea in a text?

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The main idea can often be found in the topic sentence or by summarizing the key points of the text.

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What is the purpose of a conclusion in a response?

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The conclusion summarizes the main points and reinforces the answer to the question.

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What is an example of a complete sentence?

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The capital of Louisiana is Baton Rouge.

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What does it mean to provide evidence in writing?

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Providing evidence means including facts, examples, or quotes that support your argument or answer.

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How do you write a strong answer to a question?

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A strong answer includes a clear statement, supporting details, and a conclusion.

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What is the difference between a fact and an opinion?

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A fact is a statement that can be proven true or false, while an opinion is a personal belief or judgment.