Luck
R?
Restate the question
A?
Answer the Question
C?
Cite the Evidence
E?
Explain the Cited Evidence (how does it connect to your answer)
The first letter of the first word in a sentence should be_____.
capitalized
Which of the following is the best way to cite evidence in a response?
A. "The text says..."
B. "I think that..."
C. "In paragraph 3, the author states..."
D. "This shows that..."
C. "In paragraph 3, the author states..."
S?
Summarize (This is NOT used on an SCR only and ECR)
What does SCR Stand for?
Short Constructed Response
How many points is an SCR worth on the STAAR test?
2
A sentence begins with a capital letter and ends with a_____.
A punctuation mark
Which sentence is an example of restating the question?
A. "The author believes that kindness is important."
B. "Kindness is important because the author says so."
C. "The main theme of the text is that kindness matters."
D. "The question asks about kindness, and it is important."
C. "The main theme of the text is that kindness matters."
What is the PRIMARY purpose of the R.A.C.E.S. strategy?
To help students structure their responses clearly
When explaining evidence, you should:
Show how the evidence supports your answer.
What is a short constructed response (SCR) on the STAAR test?
A written response that answers a question with evidence and explanation
_____is a word that replaces a noun.
pronoun
Why is it important to restate the question in your response?
To ensure the response directly addresses the question
Which part of R.A.C.E.S. ensures your response fully addresses all parts of the question?
A. -answer
What is the purpose of explaining evidence in your response?
To connect the evidence to your answer
How long should an SCR be?
Typically at least 3 sentences, could be 4. A paragraph.
True/False
You must ALWAYS use quotations when citing evidence in your writing.
False, you can summarize what the author says but Mrs. Perkins just thinks citing directly with quotations is easier (especially for beginners)
Which step in R.A.C.E.S. helps show your critical thinking?
Explain
(its your own thoughts and your own opinions as to how everything connects- this is where you show YOUR understanding.)
What type of evidence is best to use in your response?
Evidence that directly supports the ANSWER
How does using R.A.C.E.S. benefit your writing on the STAAR test?
It creates a structured and complete response
How can you ensure you have answered all parts of the question?
Re-read the question after writing your response
Put the quotations in the correct placement-
In the paragraph, the author explains that good habits help people stay organized and focused.
In the paragraph, the author states, "Good habits help people stay organized and focused."