KHS Writing Tutorial
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Direct Writing Practice Prompts
This part of the program offers you the opportunity to practice directly with released Writing prompts from past End-of-Course SOL tests. According to the Virginia Department of Education, “In the direct writing component, students write a composition about a topic presented to them in a writing prompt. The writing prompt page also includes a “Checklist for Writers” that lists points for students to keep in mind as they write. Writing compositions are scored in each of the domains:
• Composing
• Written Expression
• Usage/Mechanics”
Remember to follow the steps outlined in the tutorial:
- Annotate the Prompt
- Choose a Topic
- Write a Thesis Statement
- Outline the Evidence
- Draft the Essay:
- The Introduction
- The Topic Sentences
- The Body Paragraphs
- The Conclusion
- Edit for written expression, usage and mechanics
Note: Commonwealth of Virginia public school educators may photocopy or print any portion of the Released Tests for educational purposes without requesting permission. http://www.doe.virginia.gov/VDOE/Assessment/releasedtests.html