SCR vs. ECR

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What is an Informational Essay?

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An Informational Essay is a type of writing that aims to inform or educate the reader about a specific topic, providing facts, explanations, and insights.

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What must be included in the Introduction of an Informational Essay?

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The Introduction must include a Hook, a Thesis Statement, and a Transitional Sentence.

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What is a Hook in an essay?

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A Hook is an engaging opening sentence or question designed to grab the reader's attention.

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What is a Thesis Statement?

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A Thesis Statement is a sentence that summarizes the main point or claim of an essay, guiding the direction of the writing.

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What is a Transitional Sentence?

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A Transitional Sentence helps to connect ideas between paragraphs, ensuring a smooth flow of information.

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What is an Extended Constructed Response (ECR)?

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An Extended Constructed Response is a type of question that requires a detailed answer, often involving analysis and explanation.

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What is a Short Constructed Response (SCR)?

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A Short Constructed Response is a brief answer to a question that typically requires a few sentences.

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What is the R.A.C.E Strategy?

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The R.A.C.E Strategy is a method for constructing responses that stands for Restate, Answer, Cite evidence, and Explain.

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When should you use the R.A.C.E Strategy?

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The R.A.C.E Strategy is particularly helpful for Short Constructed Responses to ensure a complete and well-supported answer.

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What type of question requires reading a passage and responding based on it?

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Both Extended Constructed Response and Short Constructed Response require reading a passage and writing a response based on that passage.