1) Carefully analyze the prompt to identify the topic and required response (e.g., opinion, discussion, problem-solution). a) Avoid repeating words b) Write at least 250 words c) Understand the question d) Write a strong conclusion 2) Spend time outlining ideas, main points, and examples. a) Support your ideas with examples b) Plan before writing c) Understand the question d) Stay on topic 3) Follow the standard format: Introduction, Body Paragraphs, Conclusion. a) Plan before writing b) Vary sentence structures c) Use a clear structure d) Check for grammar & spelling errors 4) Clearly state your position in the introduction. a) Write a strong thesis statement b) Balance both sides if required c) Stay on topic d) Understand the question 5) Begin each paragraph with a clear main idea. a) Stay on topic b) Address all parts of the question c) Use topic sentences d) Balance both sides if required 6) Provide real-world examples or hypothetical scenarios. a) Balance both sides if required b) Use topic sentences c) Support your ideas with examples d) Practice timed writing 7) Words like "however," "therefore," and "in contrast" improve flow. a) Understand the question b) Use precise vocabulary c) Use cohesive devices d) Stay on topic 8) Use synonyms and paraphrasing to demonstrate lexical range. a) Avoid repeating words b) Use cohesive devices c) Practice timed writing d) Understand the question 9) Avoid contractions ("don't" → "do not") and informal phrases. a) Use a formal tone b) Balance both sides if required c) Use a clear structure d) Plan before writing 10) Mix simple, compound, and complex sentences to showcase grammar range. a) Balance both sides if required b) Stay on topic c) Write a strong thesis statement d) Vary sentence structures 11) Choose specific words instead of vague ones (e.g., "significant" instead of "big"). a) Address all parts of the question b) Use precise vocabulary c) Use cohesive devices d) Use a formal tone 12) Ensure your essay fully answers every aspect of the prompt. a) Write a strong thesis statement b) Vary sentence structures c) Address all parts of the question d) Use precise vocabulary 13) Do not include irrelevant details or go off track. a) Plan before writing b) Practice timed writing c) Vary sentence structures d) Stay on topic 14) Ensure you meet the minimum word requirement to avoid losing marks. a) Vary sentence structures b) Write at least 250 words c) Avoid repeating words d) Use precise vocabulary 15) In discussion essays, present both perspectives before giving your opinion. a) Balance both sides if required b) Write at least 250 words c) Write a strong conclusion d) Use topic sentences 16) Summarize your main points and restate your position clearly. a) Write a strong conclusion b) Stay on topic c) Write a strong thesis statement d) Vary sentence structures 17) Leave time to proofread and correct mistakes. a) Use cohesive devices b) Avoid repeating words c) Check for grammar & spelling errors d) Vary sentence structures 18) Simulate exam conditions by writing essays in 40 minutes. a) Check for grammar & spelling errors b) Practice timed writing c) Support your ideas with examples d) Understand the question

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