R.A.C.E. Strategy for Short Answer Questions

This video tutorial introduces the RACE strategy for responding to short answer questions. It explains how to restate the question, answer it, cite evidence, and explain your thinking. The video uses 'The Giving Tree' as an example to demonstrate the strategy, emphasizing the importance of a complete response. It also provides tips on citing evidence and explaining reasoning to support claims effectively.

What is a short answer question?

• A question that requires a one-word answer

• A question that requires a paragraph-length answer

• A question that requires a multiple-choice answer

• A question that requires a yes or no answer

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CCSS.RI.1.1

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How many sentences should your finished paragraph be in the RACE strategy?

• 1-2 sentences

• 8-10 sentences

• 5-7 sentences

• 3-4 sentences

What does the R in the RACE strategy stand for?

• Restate

• Respond

• Review

• Rewrite

In the RACE strategy, what should you do after restating the question?

• Answer the question

• Cite evidence

• Explain your thinking

• Summarize the text

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What is the purpose of citing evidence in the RACE strategy?

• To summarize the text

• To support your answer

• To restate the question

• To introduce a new idea

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CCSS.RI.6.2

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Which of the following is NOT a way to cite evidence?

• Graphic or image

• Paraphrase

• Direct quote

• Personal opinion

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CCSS.RI.6.8

CCSS.RI.7.1

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What does the E in the RACE strategy stand for?

• Evaluate

• Explain

• Elaborate

• Examine

Why is it important to explain your thinking in the RACE strategy?

• To show how the evidence supports your answer

• To make your answer longer

• To restate the question

• To introduce new evidence

What should you do after completing your short answer response?

• Ask a friend to review it

• Rewrite it in a different format

• Read back through it to ensure all parts are included

• Submit it immediately

What is the main goal of using the RACE strategy?

• To shorten your response

• To ask more questions

• To give a complete and well-supported answer

• To write a summary