R.A.F.T.S.
Figurative Language
R.A.C.E.
Writing
Mixed
100
The R in RAFTS means this.
What is role?
100
a comparison using like or as.
What is simile?
100

The R in RACE stands for this.

What is RESTATE the question?

100

A word or phrase that enhances progression of the text.

What is a transition?


100

This should be referenced in all Writing Performance Tasks.

What are Resources?

200
The A in RAFTS means this.
What is audience?
200
A comparison that doesn't use like or as
What is metaphor?
200

The A in RACE stands for this.

What is ANSWER the prompt question?

200

This type of writing includes conflict, climax, and a resolution.

What is Narrative?

200

Words that are sounds.

What is onomatopoeia?

300
The F in RAFTS means this.
What is format?
300
The repetition of the first letter or sound of a word.
What is alliteration?
300

The C in RACE stands for this.

What is CITE evidence from the text?

300

Words or phrases that create a connection to one or more of the 5 senses: sight, sound, smell, taste, and touch.

What is sensory language?

300

The Introduction of this type of writing should include definition and classification. 

What is Informative?

400
The T in RAFTS means this.
What is theme?
400
Gives non human things human characteristics.
What is personification?
400

The E in RACE stands for this.

What is EXPLAIN your evidence?

400
This type of writing introduces a claim supported by clear reasons and evidence.

What is Argumentative?


400

The individual traits or characteristics of a piece of writing.

What is Style?

500

The S in RAFTS means this.

What is strong words?

500
An extreme exaggeration.
What is hyperbole?
500

This type of writing needs dialogue.

What is Narrative?

500

The expression of the author's attitude/ideas that influence the writing style.

What is Tone?

500

This type of writing includes formatting such as headings, subheadings, and graphics.

What is Informative?

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