PPST Writing Section Preparation

Goals

• To learn test-taking strategies
• To review most common usage errors and how to avoid them
• To review selected grammar topics
• To practice writing a timed essay

Agenda

• Introductions, if necessary
• Test Taking Strategies (1/2 hour)
  • Multiple Choice Exams
  • Timed Essay
• Grammar Review (1 1/2 hours)
  • Sentence structure
  • Capitalization
  • Colon vs. semi-colon
  • Most 10 common errors and how to avoid them
• Practice Timed Writing (1 hour)