Restate Practice

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What does it mean to restate a question?

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To restate a question means to express it in different words while keeping the original meaning intact.

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What is the purpose of restating a question?

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The purpose of restating a question is to clarify the question, making it easier to understand and answer.

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What is an example of a correct restatement?

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Original: 'Why did the students stare at Auggie on his first day of school?' Restated: 'Students stared at Auggie on his first day of school because of his facial deformities.'

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What does the 'C' in RACE stand for?

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Cite text evidence.

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How can you identify the main idea of a passage?

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The main idea can often be found in the first sentence or can be inferred from the details provided in the passage.

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What is a key strategy for answering application-based questions?

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A key strategy is to carefully read the question and passage, then restate the question in your own words before answering.

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What is an example of a question that requires restating?

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Original: 'How many noses does a slug have?' Restated: 'Slugs have four noses.'

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Why is it important to use evidence in your answers?

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

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What is a common mistake when restating questions?

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A common mistake is changing the meaning of the question or leaving out important details.

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How can you practice restating questions?

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You can practice by taking questions from texts and rewriting them in your own words.