RACES Writing Strategy

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What does RACES stand for in writing?

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RACES stands for Restate, Answer, Cite evidence, Explain, and Sum it up.

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What is the purpose of the 'R' in RACES?

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The 'R' stands for Restate or reword the question to clarify what you are answering.

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What does the 'A' in RACES represent?

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The 'A' stands for Answer the question directly.

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What is the role of the 'C' in RACES?

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The 'C' stands for Cite evidence, which means providing specific examples or quotes to support your answer.

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What does the 'E' in RACES signify?

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The 'E' stands for Explain the evidence, which involves elaborating on how the evidence supports your answer.

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What is the final step represented by 'S' in RACES?

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The 'S' stands for Sum it up, which means concluding your response with a summary statement.

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What are some examples of introductory phrases for explaining evidence?

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Examples include: 'This shows', 'This reveals', 'This demonstrates'.

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What are transition phrases used for in writing?

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Transition phrases like 'In conclusion', 'Therefore', and 'Clearly' are used to introduce summaries or conclusions.

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Why is it important to cite evidence in your writing?

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Citing evidence strengthens your argument by providing support and credibility to your claims.

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How can you effectively explain your evidence in writing?

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You can explain your evidence by connecting it back to your main argument and clarifying its significance.