Writing process part 1 Help Needed. Answer Questions 1–4 in one or two sentences.

Question 1 is based on the following paragraph.

A trip to the ocean can be a relaxing escape from the everyday pressures of life. A sailboat glistening

on the horizon provides a mental escape to faraway places. The rhythm of the ocean beating against

the sand is sedating music to a troubled mind. A slow, gentle breeze can relax your tensions. You

should always be careful to avoid overexposure to the sun at the beach.

1. Type the sentences that answer the following questions:
   

AWhat sentence is the topic sentence of the paragraph?

BWhat sentence is unrelated to the topic and can be eliminated?

1. List four things to look for when you’re proofreading.
   
2. Complete the following two steps:
   

ADefine the term cliché.

BWrite one sentence that contains a cliché.

1. Name and explain two types of prewriting.
   
2. Choose one of the topics listed below and write a five-sentence paragraph using chronological order
   

to arrange the details of the paragraph.

ASigning on to my homepage is simple.

BWriting a paper takes patience and time.

CLet me explain how to make my favorite sandwich.

1. Choose one of the following topics. Write an eight-sentence paragraph that fully develops the topic.
   

AFollowing instructions is very important.

BJob training programs (such as Job Corps) are valuable to both employers and potential employees.

CAdvances in technology are making people less social.

DA high school diploma is important to my future.

ECollege is not for everyone.

f. Drunk driving can be stopped