OGT+Writing+Tips+for+Success

=OGT Writing Test - Tips for Success!=

Locate the two essay questions and do them before ANY SHORT ANSWERS Test = 2.5 hours long - it's OK to spend an hour on each essay
 * 1. Do the essay questions first!**

Underline key terms Determine the type of essay to be written: persuasive, narrative, expository Pre-write in test booklet - outline, graph, etc.
 * 2. Before answering prompt:**


 * 3. ESSAY MUST ANSWER PROMPT!**

MUST PICK A SIDE! Prompt: "argue" or "persuade" Never say "I leave it up to you" or similar Use transitions: "first, second, third," etc. THREE WELL-DEVELOPED PARAGRAPHS
 * 4. Persuasive Essay:**

Include LOTS OF DETAILS OK to say something is "fun" - be sure to say why! Details to add depth
 * 5. Expository/Narrative Essays:**

Highest scores had these - 5 paragraph essay!
 * 6. Intro, three well-developed paragraphs/points (with specific details) and conclusion!**

You can cross out, draw arrows, make additions Paragraphing isn't as important as support
 * 7. Leave time to proofread!**

Essay: Read by two readers for development of prompt: 6 possible points, x 2 = 12 points Application: Two readers for "application" - diction, syntax, grammar: 3 x 2 = 6 Perfect Score = 18 points/essay
 * 8. Grading**