R.A.C.E. Writing Strategy

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What does the R.A.C.E. writing strategy help students do?

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It helps students construct well-organized responses to open-ended questions.

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What does the 'R' in R.A.C.E. stand for?

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Restate the question.

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What does the 'A' in R.A.C.E. stand for?

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Answer the question.

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What does the 'C' in R.A.C.E. stand for?

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Cite evidence to support your answer.

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What does the 'E' in R.A.C.E. stand for?

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Explain your evidence.

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Why is it important to restate the question in R.A.C.E.?

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It clarifies what you are answering and sets the context for your response.

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What is an example of a sentence starter for the 'C' in R.A.C.E.?

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For example, 'According to the text...'

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What is an example of a sentence starter for the 'E' in R.A.C.E.?

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This means that... or This shows that...'

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How can summarizing key points help in the conclusion of a R.A.C.E. response?

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It reinforces your main ideas and provides a clear ending to your response.

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What is the purpose of citing evidence in the R.A.C.E. strategy?

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To provide support for your answer and demonstrate understanding.