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Continuous Writing (Essays)

4 dot points across 4 inquiry questions. Click any dot point for a focused answer with worked past exam questions where available.

How do I start an essay so the reader wants to continue, and end it so it feels finished?

Write engaging introductions that hook the reader and set up the essay, and conclusions that close the piece deliberately rather than trailing off
How to write Continuous Writing introductions that hook the reader and set up the essay, and conclusions that close the piece deliberately instead of trailing off or repeating.
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How do I plan a 250 to 400 word essay quickly so it has a clear shape before I start writing?

Choose the best topic from the options and plan a continuous writing essay with a clear structure of introduction, body paragraphs and conclusion before writing
How to choose the best Continuous Writing topic from the four options and make a quick plan with an introduction, body paragraphs and conclusion before you start writing.
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How do I argue for or against a statement clearly, with reasons and a balanced view?

Write a discursive or argumentative essay that takes a clear stand, supports it with ordered reasons and examples, and acknowledges another view
How to write a discursive or argumentative essay for Continuous Writing: taking a clear stand, supporting it with ordered reasons and examples, and acknowledging the other side.
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How do I tell a true experience from my own life clearly, with feeling and good order?

Write a personal recount essay that narrates a real experience in a clear time order, with specific detail and reflection on what it meant
How to write a personal recount essay for Continuous Writing: telling a real experience in clear time order, using specific detail and feelings, and reflecting on what it meant.
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