◆ Structure your essay.
◆ Economise on words.
Checking the short story
◆ Avoid unnecessary description.
◆ Don’t have too many characters.
◆ Keep the plot simple.
Practising what you’ve learnt
- Plan an essay using the following title:
‘Holidays abroad are a waste of time and money.’ Do
you agree with this statement? Give your reasons.
- Plan the outline and write the opening of a short story.
Use your own title or one of the following:
All that Glitters
Full Circle
The Box
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