Your Turn Now

If you have never tried out some of these prewriting strategies, it's a good idea to give them a try, especially if you have writer’s block or feel your current prewriting strategies don't work well for you. Using your own assignment, spend some time trying out at least two of the prewriting activities described in this area of the Writing Process.

What are your results? What information can you use as you progress with your essay? Which prewriting strategy worked best for you?