I want you to remember that REAL writers do not have to set up their first drafts with margins, or make x's between the lines. First drafts are messy; they have crossed out lines, and words written in spaces with lines and arrows pointing them. But remember, first drafts are just the beginning, and no one is perfect in the beginning. First drafts only need to be written!
You guys have done very well in creating your long write prompts, but in order for you to up your score, you will need to brainstorm, write, edit, fix, and rewrite your essays in TWO hours. That is going to take some practice.
I have loved reading your first drafts this week, and I think you will learn a lot from looking at the students's samples - bring out your inner Gordon Ramsey/Simon Cowell critic - and then looking at how you can improve the work you've already done.
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