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A
C
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Facts about Ms. Irmen
100

What does the R stand for in R.A.C.E.?

Restate the question

100

What does the A stand for in R.A.C.E.?

Answer the question

100

What does the C in R.A.C.E. stand for?

Cite your evidence

100

What does the E stand for in R.A.C.E.?

Explain your evidence 

100

What is my favorite animal?

Cow or Otter

200

When restating a question, what happens to the question words?

You drop them.

200

Restate and Answer the following question:

What is your favorite color?

My favorite color is ________.

200

Name one way to begin your sentence for citing evidence.

Determined by Ms. Irmen

200

True or False:

Your explanation should restate/summarize your evidence.

False

200

What is my favorite color?

Yellow, Green, & Lavender

300

Restate the Question:

What color is the sky?

The sky is...

300

Restate and Answer the following question:

What does our WEST acronym stand for?

Our WEST acronym stands for

We are responsible

Everyone on task

Safe at all times

Treat others with respect

300

What type of evidence should you include in your response?

Evidence directly from the source (text, video, audio)

300

What is the purpose of your explanation?

To connect the evidence to your answer.

300

Who is my favorite student?

All of You!

400

What other step is typically combined with restating the question?

Answering the question

400

Restate and Answer the following question:

What fast food restaurant is known for their golden arches?

The fast food restaurant known for their golden arches is McDonalds.

400

Why is citing evidence important for written responses?

To prove your answer is correct and make a stronger argument

400

Name one way you can begin your explanation sentence.

Determined by Teacher.

400

What is one thing that frustrates Ms. Irmen?

Teacher Accepted Response

500

Restate this question:

Compare and contrast the characters Mickey & Minnie

Mickey is ______, while Minnie is _________.

Both characters __________.

500

Why should you include your answer right after restating the question?

To directly answer the question that is being asked.

500

How can you avoid plagiarism when citing evidence?

Use quotations and include where you found the information

Paraphrase what the source said in your own words

500

Why should your explanation include details and not just a restatement of your evidence?

To make your argument more convincing and show a deeper understanding.

500

What is my favorite thing about being a teacher?

Helping students grow as a scholar and a person.