Drafting in the Writing Process

What is the main purpose of the drafting step in the writing process?

• B) To assemble and organize ideas

• A) To create a final copy

• C) To edit and proofread

• D) To publish the work

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CCSS.RI.7.3

CCSS.RI.7.5

CCSS.RI.8.3

CCSS.RI.8.5

CCSS.RI.9-10.3

What is a key characteristic of a first draft?

• D) It is completely error-free.

• C) It is often 'rough' but shows progress.

• B) It is the polished version.

• A) It is always flawless.

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CCSS.RI.7.3

CCSS.RI.7.5

CCSS.RI.8.3

CCSS.RI.8.5

CCSS.RI.9-10.5

During the drafting process, when might a writer return to their prewriting notes?

• A) To ignore their initial thoughts

• D) To publish the work

• B) To add new details or different kinds of details

• C) To finalize the draft

What three main parts should be included in a well-organized draft?

• Introduction, Analysis, Conclusion

• B) Introduction, Body, Conclusion

• Introduction, Body, Discussion

• Title, Body, Summary

Why is it important to focus on content during the drafting stage?

• A) To ensure the draft is polished

• B) To develop ideas without worrying about mistakes

• C) To finalize the document before review

• D) To create a detailed outline for the final version

What should a writer do if they feel stuck during the drafting process?

• D) Share the draft with others immediately

• A) Write in a different genre

• B) Take a break and come back later

• C) Write without any plan

How can a writer improve their first draft?

• By only focusing on the title

• B) By revising and incorporating suggestions

• By writing a completely new draft

• By avoiding any changes

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CCSS.RI.7.3

CCSS.RI.7.5

CCSS.RI.8.3

CCSS.RI.8.5

CCSS.RI.9-10.3

What is the role of transitions in a draft?

• D) To eliminate the need for a conclusion

• C) To make the draft longer

• A) To confuse the reader

• B) To connect ideas and paragraphs

What should a writer avoid during the drafting process?

• Focusing solely on grammar

• Rushing through the draft

• B) Overthinking every sentence

• Ignoring feedback

How can peer feedback be beneficial during the drafting stage?

• It can lead to confusion about the topic

• B) It can provide new perspectives and ideas

• It can create unnecessary pressure on the writer

• It can result in conflicting feedback