SCR or ECR?

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What does SCR stand for?

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SCR stands for 'Short Constructed Response.' It is a brief answer to a question that includes evidence from a text.

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What does ECR stand for?

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ECR stands for 'Extended Constructed Response.' It is a more detailed answer that explains a student's thinking and includes evidence.

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When should you use SCR?

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Use SCR when you need to provide a short answer with evidence, typically in response to a specific question.

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When should you use ECR?

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Use ECR when you need to provide a detailed answer that explains your reasoning and includes multiple pieces of evidence.

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What is a good sentence starter for citing text evidence?

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A good sentence starter for citing text evidence is 'According to the text, "__________".'

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What is a good sentence starter for explaining your thinking?

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A good sentence starter for explaining your thinking is 'This shows that __________.'

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What is the purpose of an SCR?

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The purpose of an SCR is to provide a concise answer that directly addresses a question using evidence.

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What is the purpose of an ECR?

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The purpose of an ECR is to provide a comprehensive answer that explains your thought process and supports it with evidence.

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How can you tell if you need to write an SCR or ECR?

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You can tell by the question's requirements; if it asks for a brief answer, use SCR; if it asks for a detailed explanation, use ECR.

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What is an example of a question that would require an SCR?

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An example of a question that would require an SCR is: 'What is the main idea of the passage?'