Revising Writing for Prompts

The video tutorial teaches students how to keep their writing focused on a given prompt. It guides them through the process of writing a persuasive letter to a teacher about a class field trip. The tutorial emphasizes the importance of reviewing and revising work to ensure it answers the prompt. It provides a detailed example of analyzing a body paragraph, identifying unnecessary sentences, and making revisions to improve focus and clarity.

What is the main purpose of writing to a prompt?

• To express personal opinions freely

• To use as many complex words as possible

• To write as much as possible without constraints

• To ensure writing is focused and relevant

In the example given, what is the task assigned by the teacher?

• Write a story about a zoo

• Write an essay about school

• Write a letter to a friend

• Write a letter to decide a field trip location

What is the first step in responding to a writing prompt?

• Write the conclusion

• Identify the question and type of writing

• Add transition words

• Submit the first draft

Why is it important to revise your work according to the prompt?

• To make it more entertaining

• To add more complex vocabulary

• To ensure it answers the prompt

• To make it longer

What should you do if a sentence does not add information to your answer?

• Highlight it

• Cross it out

• Rewrite it

• Underline it

In the example paragraph, why is the zoo considered the best place for a field trip?

• It is the most fun place

• It is the closest place to the school

• It has the most animals

• It is the cheapest option

What is a common mistake when revising work?

• Not using enough adjectives

• Writing too many paragraphs

• Using too many transition words

• Not checking if the prompt is answered

What should you keep in mind while rereading each paragraph?

• Is it long enough?

• Is it entertaining?

• Does it have enough adjectives?

• Does it answer the prompt and provide information?

What is the final step in ensuring your writing is focused on the prompt?

• Write a summary

• Review the prompt and revise accordingly

• Add more details

• Submit the work

What is the benefit of crossing out unnecessary sentences?

• It makes the writing more complex

• It adds more information

• It helps focus on the main idea

• It makes the essay longer