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(Task definition strategies, page 2.)
The 4-Column Method

This is the way you can answer open-response questions.   It can also be used to help you organize your research. Remember to READ the question critically, THINK through a plan, and WRITE an outline for an answer.

Open Ended Response Analysis Chart

I must know

I must do

Put the answer together

Make connections to make the answer better
What is the question asking me to find out?

Write down what the question is about

What am I supposed to do to show the answer? (Look for verbs)

Write down power verbs, key words, and numbers

  1. How well can I support my answer?
  2. Is every part of the question answered?
  3. Generally use 3 examples to support.

Write the parts of the answer here. Use the 2nd column to make sure you focus on the question.

  1. Is my answer complete?
  2. How can I make it better?
  3. What other examples or effects of evidence can I think of?

Make any additions or corrections to your answer now.

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