Why should you take the time to prewrite before diving into an essay assignment?

• A. To help choose a good topic and solidify your ideas
• B. To extend the writing process by a few extra hours
• C. To get a better grade on your essay
• D. To make your essay longer

1 answer

A. To help choose a good topic and solidify your ideas

Prewriting helps to organize your thoughts, choose a strong topic, and develop a clear and coherent argument before starting to write the actual essay. This can ultimately lead to a better overall essay and potentially a higher grade, as well as save time in the long run by preventing writer's block or confusion.