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TDA VOCABAULARY
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Text dependent | refers to the information o evidence that comes directly from the text you are ananlyzing |
| Analyze | To examine something closely and break down into smaller parts to understand it better |
| RACE | restate, Answer, Cite, explain. RACE is a strategy used to respond to comperhension questions |
| Thesis | the main point or argument you make in your writing. It should clearly state your interpretation of the texts meaning |
| Details | Specfic pieces of information from the text that support your 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 understandble |
| irrelevant details | pieces of information that do not contribute to the main idea or thesis of your analysis |
| relavent details | specific peices of information from the text to support your thesis |
| transitions | words or phrases that connect different parts of your writing smoothly |