Open-Ended Question

5. Imagine you are Marie M. Daly visiting a school to talk about your work. What would you tell the students about the challenges you faced, and how would you encourage them to pursue their dreams in science? Consider Marie's perspective and experiences in your response.

R.A.C.E. Response Chart

R - Restate the Question

• Start by restating the question in your answer. This helps to make sure your response directly addresses what is being asked.

• Example: If the question is "Why does Jessie feel like a deflating balloon?", you might start your answer with "Jessie feels like a deflating balloon because..."

A - Answer the Question

• After restating the question, provide a clear answer based on what you know or think.

• Example: "...she is recognized only as 'Evan's little sister,' which makes her feel unimportant and overlooked."

C - Cite Evidence

• Use specific examples from the text to support your answer. This could be direct quotes or a summary of a relevant part of the story.

• Example: "In the story, when Megan only recognizes Jessie because of her helmet and not for who she is, Jessie's disappointment is evident."

E - Explain

• Explain how your evidence supports your answer. This shows you understand the connection between the text and your response.

• Example: "This moment highlights Jessie's feelings of insignificance, similar to how a balloon loses its shape and size when it deflates, representing her dwindling self-esteem."