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TDA
Term | Definition |
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Text Dependent | Refers to the information or evidence that comes directly from the text you are analyzing |
Analyze | To examine closely, and break it down to smaller parts to understand it better |
RACE | Restate, Answer, Cite, Explain. RACE is a strategy used to respond to comprehension questions |
Thesis | The main point or argument you make in your writing. It should clearly state your interpretation of the text's meaning. |
Details | Specific pieces of information from the text that supports your analysis or response. These can include descriptions examples and quotes. |
Evidence | Proof from the text that supports you thesis or main points. It can be direct quotes, specific events, or facts from the reading. |
Support | The act of backing up your claim or thesis statement with evidence and details from the text. |
Closure | Bringing your writing to a closing, writing a satisfying conclusion. |
Explain | To make something clear or understandable. |
Irrelevant details | Pieces of information that do not contribute to the main idea or thesis of your analysis |
Relevant details | Specific pieces of information from the text to support your thesis. |
Transitions | Words or phrases that connect different parts of your writing smoothly. |