RACE Strategy

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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 purpose of the RACE strategy?

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The RACE strategy helps students construct well-organized responses to open-ended questions by guiding them through the process of restating the question, answering it, citing evidence, and explaining their reasoning.

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What does the 'R' in RACE represent?

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The 'R' in RACE stands for Restate the question in your answer.

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What does the 'A' in RACE represent?

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The 'A' in RACE stands for Answer the question directly.

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What does the 'C' in RACE represent?

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

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What does the 'E' in RACE represent?

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The 'E' in RACE stands for Explain how your evidence supports your answer.

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Why is it important to cite evidence in your response?

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Citing evidence strengthens your argument and shows that your answer is based on the text.

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How can you effectively restate a question?

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To effectively restate a question, rephrase it in your own words while maintaining its original meaning.

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What is an example of a sentence starter for citing evidence?

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An example of a sentence starter for citing evidence is 'The author states...'.

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What is a good way to explain your evidence?

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A good way to explain your evidence is to connect it back to your answer and clarify its significance.