A rough draft is simply the first version of your essay where you get your thoughts on paper without worrying about perfection. To move from your prewriting (p. 214) to a first draft (p. 220), follow these standard steps: 1. Essential Pre-Drafting (Page 214–219) Before writing, ensure you have these elements ready:
If you're following a specific curriculum like , "214" refers to the section on Prewriting: Generating and Organizing Ideas . A rough draft is simply the first version
: Write a clear sentence that expresses your main argument or point. A rough draft is simply the first version
: Focus your broad idea into a specific, manageable subject. A rough draft is simply the first version