DO NOW 9/12 W4 &W4

Which step of RACE asks students to restate the question as part of their answer?

• Restate

• Cite

• Explain

• Evidence

Which of the following sentences BEST shows the “Cite” step of RACE?

• I believe the main character is brave.

• The text states, “She entered the cave even though she was afraid.”

• This proves that bravery means facing fear.

• The story teaches us a lesson about courage.

Which option is the BEST example of the “Explain” step?

• According to the text, “The storm destroyed half the town.”

• This shows the author wanted the reader to understand the seriousness of the storm.

• I think the storm was really scary.

• The main idea is that storms can cause damage.

Tags

CCSS.RI.5.2

CCSS.RI.6.2

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RL.6.1

CCSS.RL.6.2

What is MISSING from the following RACE response?

"The character learned to never give up. The text says, ‘She kept trying even when she failed many times.’"

• Restate

• Cite

• Explain

• Evidence

What is MISSING from the following RACE response?

"According to the passage, ‘The explorers traveled for months before reaching land.’ This shows that they were determined to finish their journey."

• Restate

• Cite

• Explain

• Conclusion

A student writes: "The author shows friendship is important. For example, the text says, 'They shared their last meal together.' This proves that friendship means caring for others." Which part of RACE could be stronger?

• Restate – it doesn’t fully restate the question.

• Cite – the evidence doesn’t connect.

• Explain – the reasoning is too general.

• Nothing – it is a perfect RACE response.

Why is it important to include BOTH citing and explaining in a RACE response?

• To make the answer longer and more detailed

• To prove your answer with text evidence and show your thinking

• To follow the rules exactly as the teacher said

• To avoid rewriting the question again