RACE Writing Strategy

Front

What does the 'R' stand for in RACE?

Back

Restate the question.

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What does the 'A' stand for in RACE?

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Answer the question.

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What does the 'C' stand for in RACE?

Back

Cite evidence from the text.

Front

What does the 'E' stand for in RACE?

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Explain your evidence.

Front

Why is it important to restate the question in RACE?

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It helps clarify what you are answering.

Front

What should you include when citing evidence?

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Quotation marks around the evidence.

Front

What is the purpose of the RACE strategy?

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To give a complete and supported answer.

Front

How can you effectively explain your evidence in RACE?

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Connect the evidence back to your answer.

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What type of questions can RACE be used for?

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Open-ended questions that require detailed responses.

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What is an example of a good answer using RACE?

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The theme is friendship. I know this because the text says, 'They always supported each other.' This shows that friendship is about support.