Decoding Writing Prompts for Effective Responses

What is the first step in understanding a writing prompt?

• Start writing immediately

• Underline the keywords

• Read the prompt carefully

• Decide the type of essay

Which of the following is NOT one of the three steps in the writing process?

• Generate ideas

• Write drafts

• Publish the final version

• Revise and edit

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CCSS.RI.6.3

CCSS.RI.6.5

CCSS.RI.7.5

CCSS.RI.8.3

CCSS.RI.9-10.5

What is a common mistake when starting to write?

• Taking too much time to brainstorm

• Asking for help from others

• Rushing to start writing

• Reading the prompt multiple times

What should you do after reading the prompt?

• Write a draft

• Ask for help

• Underline the keywords

• Start writing immediately

Why is it important to underline keywords in a prompt?

• To ensure you respond to all parts of the prompt

• To make the prompt look neat

• To highlight the nouns

• To make it easier to read

In the example prompt, what is the first keyword that should be underlined?

• Box

• Recess

• Friend

• Imagine

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CCSS.RI.1.4

CCSS.RI.2.1

CCSS.RI.3.1

CCSS.RL.2.1

CCSS.RL.3.1

What type of writing is required if the prompt asks you to 'write a story'?

• Narrative

• Expository essay

• Descriptive essay

• Persuasive essay

What should you do after underlining the keywords in a prompt?

• Submit your work

• Ask for feedback

• Brainstorm ideas to finish the story

• Start writing the final draft

What is the final step in the process of understanding a writing prompt?

• Determine if you need to write a narrative or an essay

• Revise and edit

• Write the final draft

• Submit your work

What should you do after following all the steps to understand a writing prompt?

• Submit your work

• Ask for feedback

• Take a break

• Try it with your own writing

Tags

CCSS.RI.6.10

CCSS.RI.7.10

CCSS.RI.8.10

CCSS.RL.7.10

CCSS.RL.8.10