To use BATS, you simply B orrow from the question in order to A nswer it using T ext evidence that provides a S o What? – an explanation

Borrow from the question Repeat words or phrases from the question so that you are answering it directly and accurately. In the 1 st sentence:

Answer it A specific, complete sentence answer to the question including a strong, clear opinion. Responses such as “yes,” “no,” or “because” will lead to destruction! 1 st sentence continued:

2 nd Sentence: Text Evidence cite an example from the text, an embedded quotation, to support your Answer. It MUST relate to your position! Throwing in a quote “just because” could be harmful! (that means an embedded quotation )

3 rd sentence: So What? Explain the purpose of your quotation, analyzing its meaning, and commenting about how the text evidence proves that your answer is TRUE. This is where you will explain the connection to the reader!

WARNING! Introducing a new or different idea during your So What could be HAZARDOUS! Stick to your original thoughts & ideas!

BATS in Action: Let’s see BATS do its thing...

Example Question: What is one conflict Dorothy faces in The Wizard of Oz? Support your response with evidence from the selection. B In The Wizard of Oz, one conflict Dorothy faces is A overcoming her fear. T As she “follows the yellow brick road,” she’s “trembling like a leaf” before confronting the evil Wicked Witch of the West and the powerful Wizard. S Dorothy’s determination in seeking out both Wizard and Witch is proof that she willingly encounters terrors to achieve her goal of getting back home.

What is a 0 (ZERO)? Whole answer is wrong Whole answer is confusing and vague Answers another question instead Answer only tells the plot

Example Question: What is one conflict Dorothy faces in The Wizard of Oz? Support your response with evidence from the selection. In The Wizard of Oz, Dorothy survives a tornado and lands in the world of Oz. After the Munchkins show her how to follow the yellow brick road, she meets several friends. They help protect her from the witch and find her way back home. Why is this response a 0?

What is a 1 (one)? Answer is correct but… –Evidence is missing –Evidence is wrong –Evidence is vague Evidence is good but… –Answer is missing –Answer is wrong –Answer is vague Note: Only give ONE answer for the question!

Example Question: What is one conflict Dorothy faces in The Wizard of Oz? Support your response with evidence from the selection. In The Wizard of Oz, one conflict Dorothy faces is overcoming her fear. Dorothy faces many dangerous situations in her journey to get back home. With the help of her friends, she is able to defeat the Wicked Witch of the West. Why is this response a 1?

What is a 2 (two)? Answers the question with an explanation Gives evidence to back up the answer that matches up with the answer –Quote, paraphrase, specific synopsis

Example Question: What is one conflict Dorothy faces in The Wizard of Oz? Support your response with evidence from the selection. In The Wizard of Oz, one conflict Dorothy faces is overcoming her fear. As she “follows the yellow brick road,” she’s “trembling like a leaf” before confronting the evil Wicked Witch of the East and the powerful Wizard. Dorothy’s determination in seeking out both Wizard and Witch is proof that she willingly encounters terrors to achieve her goal of getting back home. Why is this response a 2?

What is a 3 (three)? Particularly thoughtful, insightful answer Strong and thoughtful text evidence Depth of understanding and ability to connect answer and text evidence to the reading

Example Question: What is one conflict Dorothy faces in The Wizard of Oz? Support your response with evidence from the selection. In The Wizard of Oz, one conflict Dorothy faces is overcoming her fear. As she “follows the yellow brick road,” she’s “trembling like a leaf” before confronting the evil Wicked Witch of the East and the powerful Wizard. Dorothy’s determination in seeking out both Wizard and Witch is proof that she willingly encounters terrors to achieve her goal of getting back home. When she looks fear squarely in the face, she discovers that it's not the big scary monster she thought it was -- it's just a projection of her own concerns. Why is this response a 3?

Now, you can do it With a little help from BATS!