Understanding Writing Prompts: How to Decode and Respond

This lesson teaches how to analyze writing prompts by identifying keywords and determining whether to write a narrative or an essay. It covers the three steps of the writing process: generating ideas, drafting, and revising/editing. The lesson emphasizes the importance of understanding the prompt before writing and provides a step-by-step guide to analyzing prompts. An example prompt is used to demonstrate how to circle keywords and decide on the writing type, ensuring a clear understanding of the task requirements.

What is the final step you should take after circling the keywords in the prompt?

How do you determine whether to write a narrative or an essay based on the prompt?