1. Understand the Topic
- Identify the most important keywords
- Rephrase the topic using your own words
- Use a diagram to visualize the connections between ideas
2. Generate Clear and Well-Argued Ideas
- Each idea should be clear and logically structured
- Support each idea with specific, relevant examples
3. Formulate Your Problem Statement
- Ask yourself: “What is the central question this topic raises?”
- This will guide your entire essay
- It should be open-ended and often reveal a contradiction or tension
4. Structure a Solid Plan
- Follow a logical and progressive approach
- Begin with simple arguments, then build complexity
- End with your strongest, most persuasive idea
Summary
- Understand and rephrase the topic
- Find structured, well-supported ideas with examples
- Formulate a central problem to solve
- Build a logical and progressive plan
Final Tip from Your Teacher
Don’t try to say everything. Choose what you say, and say it well. Quality matters more than quantity. Each essay is an opportunity to develop your own thinking. Good luck!
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