RACE: Focus on Restate

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What does RACE stand for in writing?

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RACE stands for Restate, Answer, Cite evidence, and Explain.

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What is the purpose of restating a question?

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Restating a question helps clarify what is being asked and sets up the answer.

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Which is a good way to restate: 'What is your favorite color?'

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A good restate is: 'My favorite color is...'

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What is the best restate for: 'What is the capital of France?'

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The capital of France is...

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Why is it important to restate questions in your answers?

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It shows that you understand the question and helps the reader follow your response.

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What is an example of a poor restate?

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A poor restate would be: 'The capital is Paris.' It doesn't clearly restate the question.

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What does the 'A' in RACE represent?

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The 'A' in RACE represents 'Answer'.

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How can you improve your restating skills?

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Practice by rewriting questions in your own words before answering.

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What is the best restate for: 'How do plants grow?'

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Plants grow by...

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What is the best restate for: 'Why do we need to recycle?'

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We need to recycle because...