SAT Prep | Prewriting/Planning the Essay
Before you actually begin to write, there are certain preliminary steps you need to take. A few minutes spent planning pays off—your final essay will be more focused, well-developed, and clear. For a 25-minute essay, you should spend about five minutes on the prewriting process.
Understand the Question
Read the essay question very carefully and ask yourself the following questions:
• What is the meaning of the topic statement?
• Is the question asking me to persuade the reader of the validity of a certain opinion?
• Do I agree or disagree with the statement?...
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