Writing Placement Exam- Directions
Writing Program
Department of Modern Languages
University of La Verne
On the next page titled “Essay Information,” read carefully the essay topic and the passage that follows. Respond to the topic by composing your essay on the computer.
You will have one hour to read the passage and complete your essay. You may request a hard copy of the essay topic and passage, enabling you to underline the passage and make marginal notes as you read. Plan your essay before you begin writing. Allow time to review and proofread your essay and to make any revisions or corrections you wish. Your essay will be evaluated on the basis of your ability to develop your central idea with specific examples and explanation, to express yourself clearly, and to use the conventions of written English. The topic has no “correct” response, but you must respond fully to all parts of the topic. Please Note: You may use the scratch paper to plan your essay and to prepare a draft.
These materials will be collected after the exam; the readers of your essay will not see them. To be scored, your final essay must be composed and submitted on the computer per instructions. Also, you will be required to enter your last and first name, student identification number and today’s date prior to submitting the exam.