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Using prompts to practice writing essays

So far, you’ve done a really good job reading about writing. But, you’ll never get better it writing without actually writing. In this post, we give you two sample prompts to practice with, and we suggest than you time yourself so that you get a sense for what 30 minutes of writing feels like. Practicing like this also helps you avoid panicking when you take the real test. Pencils out! Here we go.

Writing Prompt #1

Many successful people believe that a competitive environment fosters high achievement. In high schools, some parents and teachers think that competition between students encourages them to strive toward higher academic potential. Others think that academic competition negatively affects students’ performance by causing undue stress and feelings of failure. In your opinion, should high schools encourage a competitive academic atmosphere?

In your essay, take a position on this question. You may write about either one of the two points of view given, or you may present a different point of view on this question. Use specific reasons and examples to support your position.

Writing Prompt #2

The prevailing altitude in many countries is that leaders must maintain the highest ethical and moral standards. Some people think that this attitude sets a good example for a country and its citizens. Others argue that leaders who show normal, human flaws connect them with their people and thereby enable progress and growth. In your opinion, should leaders always be accountable for high moral and ethical standards?

In your essay, take a position on this question. You may write about either one of the two points of view given, or you may present a different point of view on this question. Use specific reasons and examples to support your position.

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