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Why do we need to RAPP? Sometimes on tests, we have to answer in a paragraph or a few sentences. RAPP helps us remember how to answer properly and get credit for our responses. When you learn RAPP format, answering written questions like this is much easier.

What does it mean? Restate the question or prompt in your response. Answer the question with your thoughts. Prove that your answer is correct with information from the text. Proofread your response so that there are no mistakes!

For example… Q: In the story, Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone, how does the character Harry demonstrate responsibility? A: In the story, Harry Potter demonstrates responsibility by looking out for his friends. For example, when Ron is in danger, Harry tries to save him. Even though Ron and Harry were fighting at the time, Harry still tried to help his friend. This is how Harry Potter demonstrates responsibility in the story, Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone.

How do we restate? When we restate, we just say the same thing… in a different way. We use the same words that were given to us. We turn a question into a sentence Like this…

QUESTION and RESTATE In the story, Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone, how does the character Harry demonstrate responsibility? “ In the story, Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone, Harry demonstrates responsibility by…” “ In this story, Harry Potter demonstrates responsibility in several ways. First, …” Use key words

ANSWER Tell your thoughts about the question based on what you have read. Make sure to re-read the question and make sure you have answered ALL of it. Be prepared to provide details to support your answer.

Restate and ANSWER In the story, Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone, how does the character Harry demonstrate responsibility? In the story, Harry Potter demonstrates responsibility by looking out for his friends. Use key words Give an answer that you can support

PROVE Now you have to back up your answer with EVIDENCE from the text! Make sure the details you choose are important, and relate to your answer. USE TRANSITION WORDS. (“For example…”, “First…”, “Also…”, etc.) DON’T FORGET A CONCLUSION!!

Restate, Answer, and PROVE In the story, Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone, how does the character Harry demonstrate responsibility? In the story, Harry Potter demonstrates responsibility by looking out for his friends. For example, when Ron is in danger, Harry tries to save him. Even though Ron and Harry were fighting at the time, Harry still tried to help his friend. This shows that Harry Potter is responsible. Give details that support your answer Write a conclusion sentence using key words

PROOFREAD Re-read your answer (whisper read to yourself to hear what it sounds like… you’ll catch more errors that way) Look for mistakes and fix them!! Check spelling, punctuation, capital letters. Does your answer make sense? Are your details supporting your answer? Is this the best you can do?

That’s a RAPP!!! Restate Answer Prove Proofread