Everyone is capable of communication in a multitude of ways. ... Every time someone speaks, opinions are formulated and the audience makes judgments based on the quality of speech. ... Not everyone is a gifted writer, great thinker or has an expensive vocabulary. ... Concentrate on one specific action that you would like to present. ... Each paragraph should have one purpose and each sentence within that paragraph should contribute to that purpose. ...

• Word Count: 506
• Approx Pages: 2

Drafting is one of the many important aspects of the writing process. ... Every turn, or transition through topics, is smooth and connected. ... Everyone loves a good grade, right? ... Every word has to accurately express my thoughts. ... Writing this paper has helped me realize that one flaw is the beginning of many if it goes uncorrected. ...

• Word Count: 1063
• Approx Pages: 4
• Grade Level: High School

As a writer, I have always tried to keep at least one goal in mind: to make on paper as close as possible to what I was thinking. I guess one can analogize this situation to an archaeologist translating the Rosetta Stone into English, or even, for you hi-techies out there, converting a computer file from one format to another. ... Don't get me wrong, there are other goals that I keep in mind like following good grammar, using colorful yet appropriate vocabulary, getting a good grade, and sometimes even throwing in a bit of humor. ... because I believe humor expresses one's humanity, ...

• Word Count: 2564
• Approx Pages: 10
• Grade Level: High School