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College Writing Skills, Media Edition, 5/e
John Langan, Atlantic Community College

Taking Essay Exams

Chapter Outline

  1. Step 1: Anticipate Ten Probable Questions
  2. Step 2: Prepare and Memorize an Informal Outline Answer for Each Question
  3. Step 3: Look at the Exam Carefully and Do Several Things
  4. Step 4: Prepare a Brief, Informal Outline Before Writing Your Essay Answer
  5. Step 5: Write a Clear, Well-Organized Essay