R.A.C.E.S and SCR

Luck

100

R?

Restate the question

200

  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..."

300

  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."

400

  Why is it important to restate the question in your response?  

 To ensure the response directly addresses the question

500

  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.)

of

100

A?

Answer the Question

200

S?

Summarize (This is NOT used on an SCR only and ECR) 

300

  What is the PRIMARY purpose of the R.A.C.E.S. strategy?  

To help students structure their responses clearly

400

  Which part of R.A.C.E.S. ensures your response fully addresses all parts of the question?  

A. -answer

500

  What type of evidence is best to use in your response?  

Evidence that directly supports the ANSWER

The

100

C?

Cite the Evidence

200

What does SCR Stand for?

Short Constructed Response

300

  When explaining evidence, you should:  

 Show how the evidence supports your answer.

400

   What is the purpose of explaining evidence in your response?  

To connect the evidence to your answer

500

  How does using R.A.C.E.S. benefit your writing on the STAAR test?  

 It creates a structured and complete response

Draw

100

E?

Explain the Cited Evidence (how does it connect to your answer)

200

How many points is an SCR worth on the STAAR test?

2

300

What is a short constructed response (SCR) on the STAAR test?  

 A written response that answers a question with evidence and explanation

400

How long should an SCR be?

Typically at least 3 sentences, could be 4. A paragraph.

500

  How can you ensure you have answered all parts of the question?  

Re-read the question after writing your response

Writing Conventions

100

The first letter of the first word in a sentence should be_____.

capitalized

200

A sentence begins with a capital letter and ends with a_____.

A punctuation mark

300

 _____is a word that replaces a noun.

pronoun

400

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)

500

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."