9/27 Quiz: Grammar and Reading

Punctuation is NOT important when citing.

• True

• False

When writing a RACE paragraph, the​ (a)   sentence is restating the question. The ​ (b)   sentence is ​ (c)   evidence. The 3rd+ sentence is ​ (d)   .

• first

• second

• citing

• explaining

• last

• third

Answer explanation

In a RACE paragraph, the first sentence restates the question, the second sentence cites evidence, and the third sentence explains the evidence. This structure helps in clearly presenting and supporting your argument.

Put the following paragraph in order using the RACE strategy!

• For example, the Lorax says, "And my poor Bar-ba-loots are all getting the crummies because they have gas, and no food, in their tummies! They loved living here. But I can't let them stay. They'll have to find food. And I hope that they may."

• The Lorax can be described as

• very caring.

• This shows he is caring because he is trying to make sure the Barbaloots have a safe place to stay after the Once-ler took away their food source and homes. If the Lorax didn't care, he wouldn't have told them to find another home and would have let them starve to death.

What does the R in RACE stand for?

• Research the question

• Reassess your answer

• Restate the question

Answer explanation

The R in RACE stands for 'Restate the question.' This step helps clarify what is being asked before providing an answer, ensuring a focused response.

What does the A in RACE stand for?

• Answer the question

• Assess the question

• Analyze the question

Answer explanation

In the RACE writing strategy, the A stands for 'Answer the question.' This step involves directly addressing the question posed, making it the correct choice among the options provided.

What does the C in RACE stand for?

• Calculate evidence

• Create evidence

• Cite evidence

• Connect

Answer explanation

In the RACE writing strategy, the 'C' stands for 'Cite evidence.' This step involves providing specific examples or quotes from the text to support your argument, making it essential for effective writing.

What does the E in RACE stand for?

• Explain

• Engage

• Evaluate

Answer explanation

In the RACE framework, the E stands for 'Explain'. This step involves clarifying the reasoning behind your answer, making it essential for effective communication.

We have never been to Asia, nor have we visited Africa.

• Simple

• Compound

Answer explanation

The sentence contains two independent clauses connected by 'nor', making it a compound sentence. A simple sentence has only one independent clause, so the correct choice is 'Compound'.

He didn't want to go to the dentist, yet he went anyway.

• Simple

• Compound

Answer explanation

The sentence contains two independent clauses connected by 'yet', indicating a contrast. This structure makes it a compound sentence, as it combines two complete thoughts.

I like to play volleyball and swim outside.

• Simple

• Compound

Answer explanation

The sentence "I like to play volleyball and swim outside" is a simple sentence because it contains a single independent clause with a compound predicate (two verbs: play and swim).