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TDA Vocabulary
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Text Dependent | refers to the information or evidence the comes directly from the text you are analyzing |
| Analyze | to examine something closely, and break it down into small 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 support analysis or response. These can include descriptions, examples and quotes |
| Evidence | proof from the text that supports your 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 |