RACE Writing Review

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What does the 'R' in RACE stand for?

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Restate the question.

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What does the 'A' in RACE stand for?

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Answer the question.

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What does the 'C' in RACE stand for?

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Cite evidence.

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What does the 'E' in RACE stand for?

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Explain your answer.

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What is the purpose of the RACE writing strategy?

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To help students structure their responses to open-ended questions.

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How can you effectively restate a question in RACE?

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By paraphrasing the question to show understanding.

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Why is it important to cite evidence in RACE?

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Citing evidence supports your answer and adds credibility.

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What types of evidence can be cited in RACE responses?

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Quotes, statistics, examples, or personal experiences.

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How do you explain your answer in RACE?

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By elaborating on your reasoning and connecting it to the evidence.

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What is an example of a question that could use the RACE strategy?

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Why is climate change a significant issue?