Prewrite
This is the _________ step of the writing process.
The first step of the writing process.
This is the __________ step of the writing process.
Second step in the writing process.
This is the ________________ step of the writing process.
third step
This is the _____________ step of the writing process
the last step of the writing process
Define background information
facts, historical figures, timelines, definitions, origins, theories, events, and more to give understanding to for the reader.
I might chose this option to organize my ideas and thoughts in boxes.
Graphic Organizer
In drafting I am putting my thoughts into complete ______________.
complete sentences
When editing, it is important that I use a _____________ to check misspelled words?
Dictionary or Thesaurus
For the final copy, it is important to write with the best ___________.
penmanship
Define thesis statement.
The thesis statement is the main ideas of the essay that will be explained.
This is when there are lots of ideas coming to my mind at once, almost like there's a storm.
Brainstorm
When drafting, it is important to write in ___________ to reorganize my thoughts and correct any errors.
Write in pencil
In revising, this is what I would do to make ideas longer or add in more adjective and adverb words.
Expand or elaborate
For the final copy, the words should not go past the ___________.
margins
supporting details/evidence
I might use this tool to expand on my ideas and thoughts after organizing them.
Outline
The first sentence is called a _____________.
topic sentence
In revision, it is important to have ________ complete sentences in each paragraph and _________ paragraphs in an essay.
five to seven sentences; five paragraphs
Always write in _________ on the final copy.
Black pen
Identify the difference of a transition sentence and a closing sentence.
A transition sentences transitions from one topic/detail to another.
A closing sentence completes the idea/thought being explained.
When prewriting, it is important for me to keep my __________ (what I'm writing about) and my ___________ (who I'm writing to) in mind.
topic/main idea; reader/audience
I need to make sure all of my sentences focus on my ______________.
All sentences need to focus on my topic/main idea.
When editing, one must _____________ to ensure the sentences flow cohesively (together).
proofread
Complete header and title.
Explain the significance of the conclusion paragraph.
The conclusion paragraph restates the thesis and expresses the importance of the information provided.
The conclusion paragraph wraps up the ideas/thoughts of the essay for the reader/audience to understand.