RACE Writing Strategy

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What does R stand for in the RACE writing strategy?

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R stands for Restate.

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What does A stand for in the RACE writing strategy?

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A stands for Answer.

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What does C stand for in the RACE writing strategy?

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C stands for Cite evidence.

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What does E stand for in the RACE writing strategy?

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E stands for Explain.

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What is the purpose of the RACE writing strategy?

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The RACE writing strategy helps students structure their responses to open-ended questions by Restating the question, Answering it, Citing evidence, and Explaining their reasoning.

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How do you restate a question?

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To restate a question, you rephrase it in your own words while keeping the original meaning.

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Why is it important to cite evidence in your answer?

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Citing evidence supports your answer and shows that you have a basis for your claims.

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What is an example of a good explanation in the E part of RACE?

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A good explanation clarifies how your evidence supports your answer, providing reasoning and context.

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What is an example of a question you might use RACE to answer?

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An example question could be: 'Why is it important to wear a helmet while riding a bike?'

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What is the first step in the RACE writing strategy?

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The first step is to Restate the question.