Short Constructed Response

Which of these are parts of a complete constructed response? Check all that apply

• citing evidence

• restating the question

• Answering the question

• Explaining evidence

Which part of a constructed response is this an example of: For example,

• answering the question

• adding transition words

• restating the question

• explain/elaborate on evidence

Which part of a constructed response is this an example of: In the text it states, "But the shelter plans to keep its unicorn puppy, to help remind people that it’s OK to be unusual."

• restating the question

• answering the question

• citing evidence

• adding transition words

What is a written response question?

• A question that you are asked about a text.

• A question that requires a short response. (at least 6-8 sentences)

Which part of a constructed response is this an example of: "The main idea of the article is"

• restating the question

• answering the question

• citing evidence

• elaborating/explaining evidence

What is the first step in creating a short constructed response using text evidence?

• Write the conclusion.

• Identify the question.

• Choose a piece of evidence.

• Write the introduction.

Why is it important to use text evidence in a constructed response?

• To make the response longer.

• To show where the information comes from.

• To support the writer's claim.

• To make the response more interesting.

What should follow the citation of text evidence in a constructed response?

• A transition to the next paragraph.

• An explanation of how the evidence supports the claim.

• A restatement of the evidence.

• A conclusion.

How should a short constructed response be organized?

• Introduction, body, conclusion.

• Claim, evidence, reasoning.

• Thesis, argument, evidence.

• Topic sentence, details, conclusion.

How can a writer introduce text evidence in a constructed response?

• By stating their opinion.

• By using a signal phrase.

• By asking a question.

• By making a bold statement.