This FREE CERT Constructed Responses resource helps students practice writing clear, evidence-based responses using the CERT framework (Claim, Evidence, Reasoning, Tie Back). Designed for grades 6–7, this resource guides students step-by-step through the process of answering text-dependent questions while citing textual evidence and making logical inferences. ✨ What makes this resource effective:Clear, student-friendly sentence starters for each CERT componentScaffolded structure that suppor