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Why do I get low scores on my essays?
Why do I get low scores on my essays?
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Tiarra’s Answer
• Hi Nataleya, here are a few reasons that may be impacting your grade. If your teacher(s) want you to follow a certain format, read your paper and scan over it before turning it in your paper. Ask questions and if you can't because you're not at school when you have a question Purdue owl is a good source to look up formatting information. If you have simple or major grammar mistakes, try Grammarly.com. Grammarly is a website where you can type or paste your entire paper, most of its functions are free but the entire program may be entirely free with your school. ProWriting Ad is also a good website. I use both Grammarly and ProWriting Ad, sometimes at the same time. It would not hurt to paste your paper into one of these websites to catch spelling mistakes, formatting mistakes, and more.
• Making an outline to ensure that you are including an introduction, body paragraph(s), and conclusion may be vital for you to improve your grades. I suggested the websites because I know questions arise after-school and some teachers may be unapproachable but keep being vigilant and keep doing your best!
• Making an outline to ensure that you are including an introduction, body paragraph(s), and conclusion may be vital for you to improve your grades. I suggested the websites because I know questions arise after-school and some teachers may be unapproachable but keep being vigilant and keep doing your best!
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Kim’s Answer
Nataleya,
That's a tough question! Have you had proper schooling in how to develop an essay? It's been years since I did, but I seem to remember a framework which included an introductory paragraph, a body, and ,a conclusion.
The introductory paragraph starts with general sentences, and ends with the thesis topic sentence. (I forgot what it's actually called, sorry!)
Then each paragraph explores one element supporting the thesis sentence. I don't recall exactly how to write a body paragraph, only that it should end in a transitional sentence, which logically introduces the next paragraph.
I also don't recall how to write conclusions.
If you are following the framework, the next question to ask is about grammar, punctuation, and spelling. If all that is correct, then I would look at the actual content that you are writing about. Is it of a level appropriate for your grade (or higher)? Did you do any research? Are you just making up "facts" like in writing a novel?
If none of this resonates with you, I'd recommend talking to your teacher, or using the writing lab if your school has one. Essay writing is difficult to master, so, don't be too hard on yourself - just keep trying to analyze where the problem is and what you can do to improve!
That's a tough question! Have you had proper schooling in how to develop an essay? It's been years since I did, but I seem to remember a framework which included an introductory paragraph, a body, and ,a conclusion.
The introductory paragraph starts with general sentences, and ends with the thesis topic sentence. (I forgot what it's actually called, sorry!)
Then each paragraph explores one element supporting the thesis sentence. I don't recall exactly how to write a body paragraph, only that it should end in a transitional sentence, which logically introduces the next paragraph.
I also don't recall how to write conclusions.
If you are following the framework, the next question to ask is about grammar, punctuation, and spelling. If all that is correct, then I would look at the actual content that you are writing about. Is it of a level appropriate for your grade (or higher)? Did you do any research? Are you just making up "facts" like in writing a novel?
If none of this resonates with you, I'd recommend talking to your teacher, or using the writing lab if your school has one. Essay writing is difficult to master, so, don't be too hard on yourself - just keep trying to analyze where the problem is and what you can do to improve!
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Patrick’s Answer
Start by asking for feedback from the individual who is assessing your essays. This is your best route for immediate enhancement. Beyond that, remember that, as with all skills, it all comes down to practice. Use your spare time to write essays and don't hesitate to ask others for their thoughts on your practice pieces. Echoing some previous comments, there's a wealth of knowledge available online about crafting a compelling essay, including its correct structure and essential components. So, keep practicing and learning, and you'll see your essay writing skills soar!
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