Restate
What does it mean to restate the question?
Restating the question means saying the question again in your own words as part of your answer.
What should you do in the "Answer" step?
You give a clear, direct answer to the question.
What does it mean to cite evidence?
Citing evidence means showing proof from the text to support your answer.
What is the purpose of explaining your evidence?
To show why the evidence supports your answer.
What does RACE stand for?
Restate, Answer, Cite, and Explain
Restate this question: "What is your favorite book?"
My favorite book is...
Give an example of a clear answer to: "What is the main idea of the story?"
The main idea of the story is...
Name one way to cite evidence in a text.
By finding a sentence, phrase, or detail from the reading passage.
How can you explain your evidence clearly?
By telling how the evidence connects to your answer in your own words.
Put the RACE steps in the correct order.
Restate, Answer, Cite, Explain
Why is restating the question important in your answer?
It helps the reader know exactly what question you are answering.
How can you make sure your answer is complete?
By making sure you answer all parts of the question clearly in full sentences.
Why is citing evidence important when answering a question?
Because it proves your answer is based on the text, not just your opinion.
Give an example of a sentence that explains why evidence supports an answer.
For example: "This shows that the character is sad because..."
Why do we use the race strategy to answer questions?
It helps organize your thoughts and write complete answers.