Writing Tests and Managing Your Time

Goal Plan your time and check your work in writing tests and exams. A SIMPLE TIME PLAN (for a 40-minute writing task) - 5 minutes: read the prompt carefully and plan - 30 minutes: write - 5 minutes: check and fix

READ THE PROMPT CAREFULLY

What type of writing is it -- persuasive, narrative, or analytical?
Who is the audience?
Are there any images or ideas you must use?

WHAT MARKERS USUALLY LOOK FOR

Ideas that are relevant and developed
Clear structure and paragraphs
Varied, precise vocabulary
Correct sentences, punctuation and spelling

LAST-5-MINUTE CHECK

[ ] Does each paragraph have one main idea?
[ ] Capital letters and full stops on every sentence?
[ ] Any run-on sentences?
[ ] Did I answer the actual question?

IF YOU RUN OUT OF TIME

Write a short, clear conclusion -- an ending matters more than one extra body paragraph.

PRACTICE

Set a 40-minute timer and write a persuasive text on: "Homework should be optional."
Use the time plan above.

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