RACE Review

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What is the RACE strategy in writing?

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RACE stands for Restate, Answer, Cite evidence, and Explain. It is a strategy used to help students construct well-organized responses to questions.

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What does 'Restate' mean in the RACE strategy?

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'Restate' means to rephrase the question in your own words to show understanding before answering.

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How do you 'Answer' in the RACE strategy?

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'Answer' involves providing a direct response to the question after restating it.

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What does 'Cite evidence' mean in the RACE strategy?

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'Cite evidence' means to provide specific examples or quotes from the text to support your answer.

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What is the purpose of 'Explain' in the RACE strategy?

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'Explain' means to elaborate on your answer and evidence, clarifying how they connect to the question.

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Why is it important to use the RACE strategy?

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Using the RACE strategy helps students organize their thoughts, provide clear answers, and support their ideas with evidence.

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What is an example of restating a question?

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An example of restating a question is changing 'How does a caterpillar become a butterfly?' to 'A caterpillar becomes a butterfly by...'

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What is a key component of citing evidence?

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A key component of citing evidence is using direct quotes or specific details from the text to back up your answer.

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How can you explain your answer effectively?

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You can explain your answer effectively by connecting your evidence to your main point and clarifying its significance.

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What is the first step in the RACE strategy?

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The first step in the RACE strategy is to Restate the question.