UNRAAVEL
What does the U stand for in UNRAAVEL?
Underline the title.
What does the C stand for in RACE?
Cite textual evidence.
Why do we use RACE?
To make sure that we are earning all of the points on the constructed response rubric.
To help us form constructed response answers
What does the R stand for in UNRAAVEL?
Run through and number the paragraphs (chunk it).
What is the first point on the CR rubric for?
Writing in complete sentences.
What does the N stand for in UNRAAVEL?
Now make predictions.
Reword the question.
Why do we look back in the text for evidence (L in UNRAAVEL)?
So that we know that we are picking the correct answer.
Because RACE requires us to use textual evidence.
What does the first A in UNRAAVEL stand for?
Are you reading the questions first?
What is the second point on the CR rubric for?
Answering the question correctly.
What does the E stand for in UNRAAVEL?
Eliminate the wrong answers.
What does the A stand for in RACE?
Answer the question.
Why do we cite textual evidence in RACE?
So that we can back up our answers and prove that we are correct.
What is used to grade constructed response questions?
The Constructed Response Rubric
What is the third point on the CR rubric for?
Citing correct textual evidence.
What does the L stand for in UNRAAVEL?
Look back in the text for evidence.
What does the E stand for in RACE?
Explain your evidence.
Why do we underline the title (U in UNRAAVEL)?
So that we make the conscious decision to connect with the text.
So we do not "fly through" the text.
So that we can begin to make predictions.
When should you use UNRAAVEL?
Whenever you are reading an article/text that may be difficult
When the text is longer and more intimidating
When you are taking a test
Whenever you feel like you need the extra push
What is the fourth point on the CR rubric for?
Connecting/explaining your evidence and how it relates to your answer.
What does the second A in UNRAAVEL stand for?
Are you highlighting/circling key words?
How many points is a constructed response question worth?
4 points
Why do we run through and chunk the text?
To break it down into more manageable pieces
To help us better understand the text
To help us be able to summarize the text
What does DCA stand for?
District Common Assessment
What is Ms. Jones' favorite animal?
Dogs.