Text Evidence Review

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What does RACE stand for in writing?

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RACE stands for Restate, Answer, Cite evidence, and Explain.

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What is the purpose of citing evidence in writing?

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Citing evidence supports your answer and shows where you found your information.

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How do you restate a question?

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You can restate a question by rewriting it in your own words, often starting with 'The question is...' or 'In this question...'.

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What does the 'C' in RACE represent?

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The 'C' in RACE stands for Cite evidence from the text.

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Why is it important to explain your answer?

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Explaining your answer helps others understand your reasoning and how you arrived at your conclusion.

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What is an example of a complete sentence answer?

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An example is: 'My favorite book is Harry Potter because it is exciting and magical.'

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What does the 'E' in RACE stand for?

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The 'E' in RACE stands for Explain your answer.

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What type of evidence can you cite in your writing?

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You can cite quotes, facts, or examples from the text.

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How can you tell if you have answered the question completely?

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You can tell by checking if you have restated the question, answered it, cited evidence, and explained your reasoning.

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What is the first step in the RACE strategy?

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The first step is to Restate the question.