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What is the main purpose of prewriting in the writing process?
What is the main purpose of prewriting in the writing process?
- To edit and revise a completed piece of writing
- To gather initial thoughts and ideas in response to a prompt (correct)
- To write the initial draft of a piece
- To publish a piece of writing
Which of the following describes a common method used in prewriting?
Which of the following describes a common method used in prewriting?
- Proofreading and editing
- Choosing a title for the piece
- Finalizing the structure of the piece
- Brainstorming and freewriting (correct)
What does prewriting help writers do before they start writing the initial draft?
What does prewriting help writers do before they start writing the initial draft?
- Publish the piece immediately
- Include every thought they have
- Revise and finalize the piece
- Whittle down their thoughts to establish a clear direction (correct)
Which term best describes the meaning of prewriting?
Which term best describes the meaning of prewriting?
What is the purpose of interpreting a writing prompt effectively during prewriting?
What is the purpose of interpreting a writing prompt effectively during prewriting?
Why do writers not use every item they come up with during prewriting?
Why do writers not use every item they come up with during prewriting?
How does prewriting contribute to the overall productivity of the writing stage?
How does prewriting contribute to the overall productivity of the writing stage?
What is the main purpose of prewriting techniques?
What is the main purpose of prewriting techniques?
Which prewriting technique involves creating a visual aid like a web to develop responses to an idea?
Which prewriting technique involves creating a visual aid like a web to develop responses to an idea?
What distinguishes list-making from brainstorming as prewriting techniques?
What distinguishes list-making from brainstorming as prewriting techniques?
Which prewriting technique helps writers figure out how one point logically connects to the next in a written piece?
Which prewriting technique helps writers figure out how one point logically connects to the next in a written piece?
What is the primary characteristic of looping as a prewriting technique?
What is the primary characteristic of looping as a prewriting technique?
In what manner does freewriting differ from list-making as a prewriting method?
In what manner does freewriting differ from list-making as a prewriting method?
Which prewriting technique involves responding to a prompt by jotting down everything that comes to mind without worrying about organization?
Which prewriting technique involves responding to a prompt by jotting down everything that comes to mind without worrying about organization?
Why might a writer choose to engage in looping as a prewriting technique instead of freewriting?
Why might a writer choose to engage in looping as a prewriting technique instead of freewriting?
