RACE

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What does RACE stand for?

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RACE is an acronym that stands for Restate, Answer, Cite evidence, and Explain.

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What is the first step in the RACE strategy?

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The first step is to Restate the question in your own words.

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What does the 'A' in RACE represent?

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The 'A' stands for Answer, where you provide your response to the question.

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What is the purpose of the 'C' in RACE?

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The 'C' stands for Cite evidence from the text to support your answer.

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What does the 'E' in RACE mean?

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The 'E' stands for Explain, where you elaborate on your answer and evidence.

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Why is it important to cite evidence in RACE?

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Citing evidence strengthens your argument and shows that your answer is supported by the text.

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Give an example of a transition phrase for citing evidence.

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An example is 'On page three it says...'

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What is a good way to start your explanation in RACE?

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You can start with phrases like 'This quote demonstrates...' or 'This shows that...'

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How can you effectively restate a question?

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You can rephrase the question to clarify what you are answering.

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What is the role of the 'Explain' part in RACE?

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The Explain part allows you to add your thoughts and connect your evidence to your answer.