What does RACES stand for in writing?
RACES writing

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3rd Grade
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RACES stands for Restate, Answer, Cite evidence, Explain, and Summarize.
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What is the purpose of the 'C' in RACES?
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The 'C' stands for Cite evidence, which means to provide proof from the text to support your answer.
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Why is it important to use evidence in writing?
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Using evidence helps to support your claims and makes your writing more convincing.
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What is a topic sentence?
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A topic sentence is the first sentence of a paragraph that states the main idea.
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What is an example of a strong topic sentence?
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A strong topic sentence clearly states the main idea, such as 'Field trips enhance learning by providing hands-on experiences.'
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What is the role of explanations in RACES writing?
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Explanations clarify how the evidence supports the answer and connect it back to the main idea.
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What should you do after stating your topic sentence in RACES?
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After the topic sentence, you should cite evidence to support your claim.
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