WEEK 1 (Days 1–5) DAY 1 – Introducing the American Revolution

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Open Ended

Decide which response is Level 1, Level 2, Level 3, and Level 4.”

The boy was brave.

Open Ended

Decide which response is Level 1, Level 2, Level 3, and Level 4.”

The boy shows bravery because he crossed the icy river to help his friends. In the story, it says he “stepped into the freezing water first.” This shows he was brave even though it was dangerous.

Open Ended

Decide which response is Level 1, Level 2, Level 3, and Level 4.”

The boy shows bravery because he did something hard. He helped even though he was scared.

Open Ended

Decide which response is Level 1, Level 2, Level 3, and Level 4.”

The boy shows bravery by stepping into the icy river even though he was afraid. In the text, it states, “He was the first to break the frozen surface and lead the others across.” This proves he is brave because he took action before anyone else and risked danger to protect his friends. His choice shows he puts courage above fear.

​You see the difference. Strong writers don’t guess. They build their answers using the structure. The rubric rewards reasoning, evidence, and clarity. And you can do that every time.”

​Now it’s your turn. I’m giving you one weak response. Your job is to rewrite it using R.A.C.E.

Open Ended

How does the boy help the group when the boat starts moving across the icy river in Chapter 2?

Students rewrite using full R.A.C.E. structure.

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