Understanding Writing Prompts

This video tutorial guides students on how to effectively respond to writing prompts. It begins with an introduction to writing prompts and their purpose, followed by a review of the five-step writing process. The lesson emphasizes the importance of understanding the prompt, highlighting common mistakes such as skipping this step. It then details the steps to analyze a prompt by identifying key ideas and applying these steps to a sample prompt. The tutorial aims to equip students with the skills to determine the type of writing required and how to address the prompt accurately.

What is the main focus of the lesson introduced at the beginning?

• How to read faster

• How to answer a writing prompt

• How to improve handwriting

• How to write a poem

What does a writing prompt tell you?

• How to draw

• What to read

• What to write and how to write it

• How to speak

Which of the following is NOT a step in the writing process?

• Revising your work

• Drawing a picture

• Brainstorming ideas

• Understanding the question

What is a common mistake writers make when responding to a prompt?

• Skipping the writing step

• Skipping the revising step

• Skipping the understanding step

• Skipping the brainstorming step

What is the first step in understanding a writing prompt?

• Start writing immediately

• Ask a friend for help

• Circle key ideas in the prompt

• Write a draft

What should you do after circling key ideas in a prompt?

• Take a break

• Submit your work

• Ask what the prompt is asking you to do

• Start writing

What type of writing is the example prompt asking for?

• A poem

• A story

• An essay

• A letter

What is the key idea in the example prompt?

• A memorable time at school

• A memorable time on vacation

• A memorable time with a pet

• A memorable time with a special person

What is the second step in understanding a writing prompt?

• Read a book

• Write a conclusion

• Draw a diagram

• Ask what the prompt is asking you to do

What have you learned in this lesson about writing prompts?

• How to draw a picture

• How to cook a meal

• How to identify key ideas in a prompt

• How to play a musical instrument