QT

Looking closely at the question.

 Underline what the question is actually asking you

A
Answering the question.
 Use part of the question in your answer
 A simple, direct sentence that answers the question

P
Providing proof for your answer.
 You need to give actual proof from what you are reading to
support your answer
 Can start with:
In the text... On page ___... At the beginning/end of the story...

E
Explain and extend your thinking.
 This is where you explain the significance of your proof (the “so
what”) by making inferences or drawing conclusions
 Extend your response by making connections.