All about planning for writing

What is the first stage in writing according to the text?

• Drafting

• Editing

• Planning

• Proofreading

What should you consider when planning a new piece of writing?

• The length of the writing

• Why you are writing and who will read it

• The color of the paper

• The type of pen to use

Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a way to plan a piece of writing?

• Write a list of ideas or points

• Draw a picture, such as a spider diagram

• Write your ideas on sticky notes

• Use a computer program

What is the purpose of drafting in the writing process?

• To finalize the writing

• To create the first version of your writing

• To check for spelling errors

• To publish the writing

What is the process of checking and making changes to your writing called?

• Drafting

• Planning

• Editing

• Publishing

What should you do after you are happy with the content of your writing?

• Start a new draft

• Proofread for grammar, spelling, and punctuation

• Publish immediately

• Discard the draft

What is one benefit of planning with a friend or colleague?

• It makes the process faster

• It helps organize ideas better

• It ensures perfect grammar

• It eliminates the need for drafting

Which of the following is a key question to ask during the planning stage?

• How long should the writing be?

• What font should be used?

• How are you going to plan?

• What time of day should you write?