RACE

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What does the 'R' stand for in RACE?

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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?

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Cite evidence from the text.

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What does the 'E' stand for in RACE?

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Explain your evidence.

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Why is the RACE strategy important?

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It helps us completely answer questions about a reading.

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How do you restate a question in RACE?

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You can say, 'The author of this text...' or 'In this passage...'

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What is the first step in using the RACE strategy?

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Restate the question.

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What is the purpose of citing evidence in RACE?

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To support your answer with information from the text.

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How can you explain your evidence in RACE?

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By connecting the evidence to your answer and explaining its significance.

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What type of questions can RACE help answer?

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Questions about a reading or text.