Question

When writing from a prompt what is the first thing you must do?

begin prewriting
begin researching
write a draft
analyze the prompt

Answer 1

I believe it's begin prewriting - bringing forth ideas or plan for prompt writing

Answer 2

The answer is: analyze the prompt

The prompt refers to the directions that tell you what to write. First, you must spend between one and three minutes analyzing the question. Then, you must circle or underline essential terms and elements in the prompt. Finally, you must reword it so that you understand what is being asked.