R.A.C.E.S. 10.29

​Writing Workshop: Open Response with Evidence


Learning Objective:
I can identify the parts of an R.A.C.E.S.

I can identify exemplary examples of open responses.

I can apply this knowledge to my own writing.

Multiple Choice

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

• Rethink

• Reassess
• Restate

Multiple Choice

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

• Answer
• Analysis

• Action

Multiple Choice

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

• Choice
• Conclusion
• Cite your evidence

Multiple Choice

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

• Evaluate
• Describe
• Explain your evidence

Multiple Choice

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

• Synthesize
• Summarize

Draw

Highlight the C (cited evidence) the student included in their response

Draw

Highlight the Explanation the student included in their response

Draw

Highlight the summary the student included in their response

Poll

The tree is dying. “Please don’t leave us old friend”. In conclusion, Clara thinks about the tree.

• This is an exemplary response. It has all the parts needed.

• This response has a great restatement of the prompt and evidence.

• This response includes evidence, but does not have a restated topic sentence or answer.

Poll

Clara is concerned about the tree. According to the text, she whispers to the tree, "please don't leave us old friend." This shows how worried she is about the tree as well as shows closeness by calling it 'friend'. In summary, the reader can tell Clara is concerned about the tree based on what she says to it.

• This is an exemplary response. It has all the parts needed.

• This response has a great restatement of the prompt and evidence.

• This response includes evidence, but does not have a restated topic sentence or answer.

Multiple Choice

RESTATE PRACTICE

Restate the following prompt:

Explain why learning a second language can improve job opportunities.

• Learning a second language has little effect on job opportunities.

• Learning a second language can be enjoyable and challenging

• Learning a second language can improve job prospects.

• Some people believe learning a second language is unnecessary.

Multiple Choice

RESTATE PRACTICE:

Explain the benefits of reading regularly.

• Reading regularly has several benefits.

• Reading every day can be tedious for some.

• Many people read frequently for different reasons.

• Explain why reading can be enjoyable.

Open Ended

Restate the following prompt:

How did Berners-Lee's childhood impact his career choice in adulthood?