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What is the primary purpose of pre-writing?
What is the primary purpose of pre-writing?
- To decide on and plan what you will write about (correct)
- To gather sources for research
- To write the first draft of your paragraph
- To finalize your writing and prepare for editing
Which of the following is an example of a narrow topic?
Which of the following is an example of a narrow topic?
- The impact of technology on education
- Different types of schools in the world
- My favorite vacation destination
- The ages of my brothers and sisters (correct)
Why is it important to choose a topic that is not too broad?
Why is it important to choose a topic that is not too broad?
- It makes it easier to write a longer paragraph
- It allows for multiple perspectives in writing
- It leads to a structured and cohesive argument
- It can overwhelm the writer with too many ideas (correct)
What is a suitable way to narrow down the topic of 'schools'?
What is a suitable way to narrow down the topic of 'schools'?
Which statement reflects an effective pre-writing strategy?
Which statement reflects an effective pre-writing strategy?
Flashcards
Pre-writing
Pre-writing
Planning your writing before you start writing.
Broad topic
Broad topic
A topic that is too general; it has too many ideas to write about in a short piece.
Narrow topic
Narrow topic
A topic that is specific; it doesn't have too many ideas to write about.
Paragraph topic
Paragraph topic
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Paragraph Length
Paragraph Length
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Study Notes
Pre-Writing
- Pre-writing is the process of deciding what to write about and planning the writing.
- This involves choosing a topic, gathering ideas, and editing those ideas.
Choosing and Narrowing a Topic
- A paragraph is typically five to ten sentences long.
- Choose a topic that is not too narrow or too broad.
- A narrow topic has few ideas, while a broad topic has many.
- Examples:
- Narrow: Ages of siblings
- Broad: Schools
- Narrowed: Secondary schools in a specific country
- Narrowed: Popular school clubs
- Narrowed: University entrance exams
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Description
This quiz covers essential concepts in the pre-writing phase, focusing on the processes of choosing and narrowing down a topic for writing. Understand the importance of selecting a topic that strikes the right balance between specificity and breadth. Test your knowledge on how to gather and edit ideas effectively.
