Overcoming the Dread of Writing Papers
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What is the main purpose of the brainstorming exercise mentioned in the text?

  • To conduct research and gather information about the topic
  • To organize and structure the writing process for the paper
  • To identify the main thesis or argument of the paper
  • To quickly list as many thoughts and ideas as possible on a specific topic (correct)
  • What is the purpose of the 'journalism notes' step in the writing process?

  • To jot down thoughts and ideas about the topic using the 'who, where, what, when, why, and how' format (correct)
  • To conduct research and gather information about the topic
  • To develop a thesis statement and outline the paper's structure
  • To identify the main arguments and supporting evidence for the paper
  • What is the purpose of the 'style' step in the writing process described in the text?

  • To conduct research and gather information about the topic
  • To outline the introduction, body, and conclusion of the paper
  • To determine the overall tone and voice of the writing
  • To identify the specific type of essay or paper being assigned (correct)
  • What is the purpose of creating a 'mind map' as part of the prewriting process?

    <p>To visually outline the topic, introduction, body, and conclusion of the paper</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main benefit of engaging in the prewriting process described in the text?

    <p>It makes the actual writing process simpler and more organized</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of the 'journalism notes' step in the prewriting process?

    <p>To jot down thoughts and ideas about the topic using the 'who, where, what, when, why, and how' format</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main purpose of the 'style' step in the prewriting process described in the text?

    <p>To identify the specific type of essay or paper being assigned</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary benefit of creating a 'mind map' as part of the prewriting process, according to the text?

    <p>It makes the actual writing process simpler and more organized</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main reason the author says most people dread writing papers?

    <p>They are unsure about how to begin the paper.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of prewriting according to the passage?

    <p>To help organize your ideas and outline your plan for a composition.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a prewriting strategy in the passage?

    <p>Freewriting</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to the passage, which of the following is a common problem people face when they start writing a paper?

    <p>All of the above.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the first step the passage suggests taking when given a writing assignment on a topic like the galaxy?

    <p>Think about what you actually know about the topic.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following best describes the purpose of prewriting according to the passage?

    <p>To organize your ideas and plan your paper before you start writing.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to the passage, what is the primary reason prewriting is important?

    <p>It helps organize ideas and create an outline before writing.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT listed as a prewriting strategy in the passage?

    <p>Outlining</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the passage suggest is a common problem when starting to write a paper without prewriting?

    <p>The paper will be poorly structured and disorganized.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to the passage, what is the first step in the prewriting process when given a writing assignment on a topic like the galaxy?

    <p>Think about what you already know about the topic.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Based on the information in the passage, which of the following statements is true?

    <p>Prewriting can help writers avoid rambling and disorganization.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following best describes the purpose of the 'thinking' prewriting strategy mentioned in the passage?

    <p>To reflect on what you already know about the assigned topic.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to the passage, which of the following is a potential consequence of not engaging in prewriting before starting a writing assignment?

    <p>The paper will lack coherence and flow.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to the passage, what is the primary purpose of brainstorming?

    <p>To quickly list as many ideas as possible related to a specific topic</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of using the 'who, where, what, when, why and how' format during the prewriting process?

    <p>To list initial thoughts and ideas related to the topic</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a potential type of writing in the passage?

    <p>Narrative essay</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to the passage, what is the purpose of the introduction in an academic essay or paper?

    <p>To lay out what the paper plans to discuss</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of creating a mind map during the prewriting process?

    <p>To organize and visualize the structure of the paper</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following best describes the relationship between the mind map and the actual writing process, according to the passage?

    <p>The mind map serves as a guide for the actual writing process</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to the passage, what is the purpose of the body paragraphs in an academic essay or paper?

    <p>To explore and explain the topics related to the main idea</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to the passage, what is the purpose of the conclusion in an academic essay or paper?

    <p>To tie together the main points and ideas discussed in the paper</p> Signup and view all the answers

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