This handout and activity teaches students how to critically examine an essay prompt to assure that they address it thoroughly.
The instruction has them
---highlight task words and number words and question marks.
---count how many tasks the prompt requires them to perform,
---then circle key words to be used in the essay.
I have included two sample prompts and 4 for them to complete on their own.
My prompts address "Young Goodman Brown," but they are, nevertheless universal.
This is a Word 2010 file which you can edit.
It includes attractive font and graphics.
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