Writing Resources
The following websites contain valuable guidance to improve your writing. You might want to check them out before taking the English Placement Exam.
The Purdue Online Writing Lab (OWL)
"The Purdue University Online Writing Lab serves writers from around the world and the Purdue University Writing Lab helps writers on Purdue's campus."
Guide to Grammar and Writing
"The Guide to Grammar and Writing contains scores of digital handouts on grammar and English usage, over 170 computer-graded quizzes, recommendations on writing -- from basic problems in subject-verb agreement and the use of articles to exercises in parallel structures and help with argumentative essays, and a way to submit questions about grammar and writing. Javascript and cgi-based quizzes (form enabling required). Acrobat Reader, sound card, and PowerPoint recommended but not required."
Basic Guide to Essay Writing
"A step-by-step guide to writing a basic essay, along with links to other essay-writing resources."
Grammar Girl Quick and Dirty Tricks for Better Writing
Just for fun! "Grammar Girl provides short, friendly tips to improve your writing."
