RACE Writing Strategy Template 1
[Restated question]: [direct answer]. According to [source/text], [evidence]. This shows [explanation of how the evidence supports the answer].
Start with structure, then replace every placeholder with information that is true, relevant, and natural for your context. These templates are intentionally skeletal so your final writing does not sound mass-produced.
A strong RACE response does more than follow four labels: it turns the prompt into a clear claim, selects evidence that actually answers the question, and explains the connection instead of leaving the quotation to speak for itself.
[Restated question]: [direct answer]. According to [source/text], [evidence]. This shows [explanation of how the evidence supports the answer].
[Claim]. For example, [paraphrased or quoted evidence]. This matters because [reasoning tied to the prompt].
The text suggests [answer] when [context + evidence]. In other words, [explanation], which answers the question by showing [connection].
R: [restate briefly] A: [answer] C: [evidence] E: [explain the evidence and return to the prompt]