This document outlines a 10 step process for basic essay writing: 1) choose the question, 2) underline key words, 3) turn the question into a statement, 4) brainstorm ideas, 5) group ideas, 6) write a thesis statement, 7) write an introduction, 8) write body paragraphs, 9) write a conclusion, and 10) add a title. It recommends using colors to plan and organize ideas into at least four categories: identifying a technique, giving an example, and explaining significance. Brainstorming and grouping ideas helps develop an essay plan before writing the introduction, body, and conclusion.

1. Basic Essay Writing Review

2. 10 Steps
• 1. Choose the question
• 2. Underline key words
• 3. Turn the question into a statement
• 4. Brainstorm
• 5. Group ideas
• 6. Write a thesis
• 7. Write introduction
• 8. Write body paragraphs
• 9. Write conclusion
• 10. Title

3. Question and Thesis

4. Brainstorm and Grouping Ideas

5. Essay Plan

6. ABC
A – Identify the technique
B – Give and example
C – Explain the significance

7. Use color while planning to organize your
ideas… you need at least four colors