Using a Dictionary
The ________ uses
special symbols to show
how to say the word.
Pronunciation
We studied the laws of thermodynamics in science class. What does thermodynamics mean?
Heat Force
What are transition words?
Finally, First, Second, Next, Lastly, ect
Things that tell you a sequence of events!
What does the R in RACE stand for?
Restate
After arraging sentences, you should?
Read through the paragraph to check for consistency.
The part of speech that is
abbreviated here is v. What does it stand
for?
Verb
What is the meaning of the word triad mean?
A group or set of three related people or things.
What is a topic sentence?
Usually, the first sentence of a paragraph that gives you the main idea.
What does the A in Race stand for?
Answer
How can you find the main idea of a paragraph?
Read the passage and ask what it is mostly about, or what are the repeated ideas.
When there is more than one meaning, each definition is
Numbered
Growing up monolingual, she spoke only English until college.
What does monolingual mean?
One Language
What are supporting sentences?
The main idea of the topic is explained by supporting sentences. e.g. Examples, Reasons
What does the C in Race stand for?
When arranging sentences, it's important to consider:
The logical flow of ideas
Which definition matches how material is used in this sentence?
Hank Aaron had few material goods growing up, but his parents gave him love and encouragement.
1. fabric or cloth 2. ideas and facts used in writing something adj. 3. made of matter 4. having great meaning or effect
Definition 4: having great meaning or effect
The lab marked the container with a biohazard symbol to warn that it held dangerous biological material.
What does biohazard mean?
A threat to something living.
What is sequencing when writing a paragraph?
Sorting and arranging sentences in a logical/reasonable order.
What does the E in Race stand for?
Evidence
Name something we are still struggling to learn/understand?
Any answer is correct
What part shows the pronunciation?
material (m etîr ́ e el) n. 1. fabric or cloth 2. ideas and facts used in writing something adj. 3. made of matter 4. having great meaning or effect.
(m etîr ́ e el)
What does helio mean?
Sun
A _____ sentence can help you establish the main idea of the paragraph.
Topic
Why do we use RACE?
Using the RACE strategy in writing helps organize their thoughts, provide evidence-based answers, and create clear, complete responses.
If a comma could talk, what do you think it would complain about the most
Just a silly question :)