RACE Strategy Flashcard

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What is the RACE strategy?

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A structured approach to answering questions that involves Restating the question, Answering it, Citing evidence, and Explaining the answer.

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What does the 'Restate' step involve?

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Rephrasing the question to form the basis of the answer.

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What is the first step in the RACE strategy?

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Restate.

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What is the primary purpose of the RACE strategy?

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To help students structure their responses and provide comprehensive answers.

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What does the 'Answer' component focus on?

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Providing the main point or thesis.

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Why is clarity important in the 'Answer' step?

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To ensure their answer aligns with the restated question.

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What does 'Cite' mean in the RACE strategy?

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To provide evidence or examples that support the answer.

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What is the role of the 'Explain' step in the RACE strategy?

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To elaborate on the answer and clarify how the evidence supports it.

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How can the RACE strategy improve writing skills?

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By encouraging structured responses that are clear and well-supported.

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What type of questions is the RACE strategy best suited for?

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Application-based questions that require detailed responses.