Short Constructed Response

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What is a short constructed response?

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A short constructed response is a brief answer to a question that includes a complete sentence and often provides evidence or reasoning.

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CCSS.RI.2.1

CCSS.RI.3.1

CCSS.RL.1.1

CCSS.RL.2.1

CCSS.RL.3.1

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How should you restate a question in your answer?

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You should begin your answer by directly addressing the question, using the same or similar wording.

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CCSS.RI.4.5

CCSS.RI.5.3

CCSS.RI.5.5

CCSS.RI.6.3

CCSS.RI.6.5

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What is the purpose of a claim in a constructed response?

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A claim presents the author's opinion or belief as a fact, supported by evidence.

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What is an example of a complete sentence answer?

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The capital of Louisiana is Baton Rouge.

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CCSS.RI.5.9

CCSS.RI.6.2

CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.6.2

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Why is it important to provide evidence in a constructed response?

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Providing evidence supports your claim and helps to convince the reader of your point.

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What does it mean to summarize a question?

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To summarize a question means to restate it in your own words while keeping the main idea.

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CCSS.RI.2.1

CCSS.RI.3.1

CCSS.RL.1.1

CCSS.RL.2.1

CCSS.RL.3.1

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What is a good way to start a constructed response?

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A good way to start is by restating the question and then providing your answer.

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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, while an opinion is a personal belief or judgment.

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CCSS.RL.11-12.6

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How can you make your constructed response more persuasive?

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You can make it more persuasive by using strong evidence and clear reasoning.

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What is an example of a restatement?

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The Mississippi River was the river used by the Poverty Point Indians for trade.

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CCSS.RI.4.2

CCSS.RI.5.2

CCSS.RI.6.2

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.6.2