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First Two Steps in the Essay-Writing Process

1. Narrow the subject. For example, the broad subject of snakes can be narrowed to snake venom or snake antivenin.

2. Write a thesis statement 

When you write your thesis statement, be sure to use exact language. Replace vague words and ideas with more specific information. Sometimes you can make your thesis statement more specific by stating the natural divisions of the subject. Stating these in the thesis can set up an outline for your whole essay. Also, avoid stating the obvious in your thesis statement. Announcements such as "Now I will write" or "This essay will discuss" simply take up room and don't tell your reader anything he or she does not already know.

Which of the following are narrowed subjects? Check all that apply.

• Poisonous plants
• Numerous plants in the garden
• E-mail etiquette
• E-mail messages
• Using cell phones
• Cell phones in school zones