Writing Essays
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DO I INTERPRET THE TOPIC? |
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To write an effective
essay you must follow the directions you find in the assignment.
A perfectly written essay that doesn't answer the question/
task will lose marks. Essays show how well you understand
a topic and allow you to share your thought and opinions (supported
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Think clearly about your task.
What information do I need?
Information on the main topic and the specific areas of the
topic.
What do I do with that information? The essay topic
is directed by an action word. The action word tells
you what must be done with the topic in the essay. |
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UNDERSTANDING ACTION WORDS |
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Do you know your action words?
Roll your mouse over each word to see explanations. |
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LET'S ANALYSE A SAMPLE ESSAY QUESTION |
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Check these sample questions: |
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suitable for a certificate
(basic) level course |
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suitable for a diploma
(advanced) level course |
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