AWA AWA Issue Task Writing 2

Question 1

Which element is most important in the opening paragraph of an AWA Issue essay?

Accepted Answer

A clear thesis that signals your position to the reader

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A dictionary definition of a key word from the prompt

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Background history about the topic spanning several sentences

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A rhetorical question with no stated answer

Question 2

How should you handle exceptions to your position in an Issue essay?

Accepted Answer

Acknowledge them briefly, then explain why they do not negate your overall position

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Ignore them entirely so as not to undermine your argument

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List them without commenting on their relevance

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Begin the essay by listing all exceptions before stating your thesis

Question 3

What is the typical time allocation for the AWA Issue Task on the GRE?

Accepted Answer

30 minutes

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15 minutes

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45 minutes

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60 minutes

Question 4

When brainstorming for the AWA Issue Task, which strategy is most effective?

Accepted Answer

Jot down your position, two or three supporting reasons, and a counterargument before drafting

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Start writing immediately without planning to maximize time

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List every fact you know about the topic regardless of relevance

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Rewrite the prompt in your own words as the entire brainstorm

Question 5

What is the recommended length for a high-scoring AWA Issue essay?

Accepted Answer

Roughly 4–6 paragraphs totaling approximately 450–600 words

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One well-developed paragraph of 150–200 words

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Exactly five paragraphs regardless of content

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As many paragraphs as possible to show breadth of knowledge

Question 6

How should you begin drafting your AWA Issue essay after reading the prompt?

Accepted Answer

Decide on your position, note two or three key reasons, then write the introduction

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Write the conclusion first so you know your endpoint

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Immediately begin the introduction by restating the prompt verbatim

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Write each body paragraph before deciding on a thesis