RACES Strategy

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What does the R stand for in RACES?

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The R in RACES stands for 'restate'. It means to repeat the question in your own words.

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What does the A stand for in RACES?

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The A in RACES stands for 'answer'. It means to provide a direct answer to the question.

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What does the C stand for in RACES?

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The C in RACES stands for 'cite'. It means to give evidence or examples to support your answer.

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What does the E stand for in RACES?

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The E in RACES stands for 'explain'. It means to clarify your answer and provide more details.

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What does the S stand for in RACES?

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The S in RACES stands for 'sum it up'. It means to conclude your response by summarizing your main points.

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What is the purpose of the RACES strategy?

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The RACES strategy helps students structure their responses to open-ended questions in a clear and organized way.

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Give an example of 'restate' in a sentence.

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The question asks why older people prefer familiar music.

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Why is 'citing' important in the RACES strategy?

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Citing is important because it provides evidence that supports your answer, making it more convincing.

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How can you 'explain' your answer in the RACES strategy?

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You can explain your answer by providing reasons or examples that clarify your response.

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What is an example of 'sum it up'?

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In conclusion, older people often stick to music they know because they have less time to explore new genres.