Independent Writing
	Directions

For this task, you will write an essay in response to a question that asks you to state, explain, and support your opinion on an issue. You will have 30 minutes to plan, write, and revise your response. Typically, an effective essay will contain a minimum of 300 words. You need to demonstrate your ability to write well. This includes the development of your ideas, the organization of your essay, and the quality and accuracy of the language you use to express your ideas. If you finish your essay before time is up, you may click on Next to end this section. Click on Continue to go on.