RACE Strategy Flashcards

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What is the RACE(S)strategy, and it’s purpose?

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The RACE(S) strategy is a mnemonic device that helps write open-ended constructed responses in comprehensional questions. It’s purpose is to help increase critical thinking,investigative,and inferential skills.

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What are the listed meanings of “RACE”

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R-Restate the question
A-Answer the question
C-Cite evidence to support your answer
E-Explain how the evidence support's your answer
(S-Sum it up)
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Explain “R-Restate the question”

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  • Turn the question into a statement to introduce your paragraph.
  • Read the question or prompt.
  • Underline or highlight the key words.

Rewrite the question as a statement.

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Explain “A-Answer the question”

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-Keep in mind that there may be more than one part to the question.

-Answer the question. If there is more than
one part to the question, make sure to answer ALL parts.

Don’t forget to answer ALL questions

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Explain “C-Cite evidence to support your answer

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-Support your answer evidence from the text. If you use a direct quotation, use
quotation marks. Make sure to introduce your evidence with a phrase like:
“For example,” “According to the text,” “The author states that…” etc.

  • Use evidence to support your answer.
  • Quote from the text.
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Explain “E-Explain how the evidence supports your answer”

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  • Elaborate on why your textual evidence helps you prove your point. Use phrases like: “this example shows how…,” “this quotation proves that…,” etc.
  • Explain your answer.
  • Elaborate and make your answer longer.
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Explain “S-Sum it up”

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  • Conclude your answer

- Link it to your topic sentence, but use different words

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