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What was the mistake the author made in the essay exam?
What was the mistake the author made in the essay exam?
- The author didn't pay attention to the specifics of the prompt (correct)
- The author didn't know much about the topic of the prompt
- The author didn't write enough details in the essay
- The author didn't manage time effectively during the exam
Why does the author advise against just writing whatever one knows about a subject?
Why does the author advise against just writing whatever one knows about a subject?
- It leads to a disorganized and illogical approach (correct)
- It confuses the instructor
- It results in too much information being included
- It takes too much time
What does the author mean by 'take some time to pay close attention to what the prompt is really asking'?
What does the author mean by 'take some time to pay close attention to what the prompt is really asking'?
- Find ways to include personal opinions in the essay
- Understand the specific requirements of the prompt (correct)
- Consider how to impress the instructor with extensive knowledge
- Think about how to write as much as possible on the topic
Why does the author mention 'even as the seconds tick by during a timed essay exam'?
Why does the author mention 'even as the seconds tick by during a timed essay exam'?
What is the main reason the author advises against just writing random, disconnected facts about a topic?
What is the main reason the author advises against just writing random, disconnected facts about a topic?
When responding to an essay prompt, what should be developed to align with the required approach?
When responding to an essay prompt, what should be developed to align with the required approach?
What is the benefit of creating an outline of major points at the start of the writing process?
What is the benefit of creating an outline of major points at the start of the writing process?
What can an outline prevent during the essay writing process?
What can an outline prevent during the essay writing process?
What is beneficial to have for revising already-written paragraphs in timed essay exams?
What is beneficial to have for revising already-written paragraphs in timed essay exams?
What should be constantly referred back to in order to ensure that the essay stays on track?
What should be constantly referred back to in order to ensure that the essay stays on track?
What is a common mistake that students make in persuasive papers?
What is a common mistake that students make in persuasive papers?
What should be done if you find sentences or a paragraph that doesn't directly support the main point?
What should be done if you find sentences or a paragraph that doesn't directly support the main point?
What might be the problem if the essay prompt asked for an argument, but the paragraph only describes the issue without argumentation?
What might be the problem if the essay prompt asked for an argument, but the paragraph only describes the issue without argumentation?
What should be done if descriptive information written would provide good support for arguments but lacks argumentative statements?
What should be done if descriptive information written would provide good support for arguments but lacks argumentative statements?
What might be the case if the essay prompt asked for an argument, but the paragraph only describes the issue without argumentation?
What might be the case if the essay prompt asked for an argument, but the paragraph only describes the issue without argumentation?
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Study Notes
Strategies for Responding to Essay Prompts
- When responding to an essay prompt, identify the approach required by looking for key terms.
- Essay prompts can be nuanced, requiring specific approaches such as analyzing, describing, comparing and contrasting, or making an argument based on source material provided.
- Develop a one-sentence response to the prompt that aligns with the required approach, ensuring it echoes the prompt and sets the stage for the essay's thesis.
- Creating an outline of major points at the start of the writing process helps to organize and structure the main ideas effectively.
- An outline can also prevent panic about time constraints and keep the essay focused on the main points.
- If the essay strays off point, it is important to rein in and answer the prompt as fully as possible.
- For timed essay exams, it is beneficial to have a plan for revising already-written paragraphs, which is easier for computer-administered exams.
- When working on a handwritten exam, it can be helpful to write on every other line, leaving space for revisions.
- Upon realizing that the essay has gone off on a tangent, examine the paragraph to determine the nature of the problem.
- Consider whether the approach is correct but overloaded with irrelevant details.
- Constantly refer back to the one-sentence response and major outline points to ensure that the essay stays on track.
- Developing a brief response to the prompt and outlining major points can help maintain focus and clarity throughout the writing process.
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