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Prewriting Definition

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Prewriting is the stage of the writing process during which you transfer your abstract thoughts into more concrete ideas in ink on paper (or in type on a computer screen). Freewriting is an exercise in which you write freely about any topic for a set amount of time (usually three to five minutes). During the time limit, you may jot down any thoughts that come to your mind. Try not to worry about grammar, spelling, or punctuation. Instead, write as quickly as you can without stopping. Freewriting is like stream-of-consciousness writing in which you write down whatever happens to be in your thoughts at the moment Brainstorming is similar to list making. You can make a list on your own or in a group with your classmates. Start with a blank

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