ACE The Question

ACE The Question

Writing Strategy

Today's Lesson is:

To give you a formula for writing a short response using the "ACE" strategy.

Poll

How do you answer a question?

• I try to answer in complete sentences.

• I tend to use one-word responses.

• I don't know how to organize my thoughts.

Let's See How I Do!

Answer the question on the next slide. You have 2 minutes to answer.

Open Ended

Do you think every home should have a pet?

What does "ACE" mean?

Hmm...

Multiple Choice

I think the "A' stands for

• Ace

• Answer

• Assignment

• Apple

"A" stands for ANSWER

• Answer all parts of the question

• Answer in complete sentences

• Use academic vocabulary

Multiple Choice

I think "C" stands for

• Collect

• Correct

• Cite

• Cat

"C" stands for CITE

• Look for evidence or proof that strongly supports your answer

• Give a REASON for your answer

Multiple Select

I think the "E" stands for

• Explain

• Example

• Expand

• Elaborate

"E" stands for EXPAND

• Give examples

• Explain using more details

• Make a connection

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