Use the dictionary to check the meaning of any unfamiliar words.
Identify the task words that indicate what needs to be done, eg “discuss”, “explain”, “compare”.
Identify the topic words that
indicate the particular subject of the essay, eg the character of
“Juliet” in Shakespeare’s Romeo and Juliet, the “causes” of World War 1.
Identify any limiting words that
restrict the discussion to a particular area, eg in “Chapters 1-3”,
during the “nineteenth century”.
Finish any necessary reading or research as background to the essay
Be selective: use sources which are relevant and accessible.
Write notes in your own words.
Write down quotations that may be particularly useful, but ensure the source of these quotes is acknowledged if they’re used.
Take note of sources so they can be provided in footnotes and the bibliography.
Brainstorm ideas in response to the question
Jot down any relevant points.
Make note of any relevant evidence or quotes that come to mind.
Use a mind map to help stimulate lateral thinking.
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