My thesis statement had three categories and then I wrote a wrap-up. CSU graduation candidates must pass a proficiency test proving their writing and grammar skills meet baccalaureate standards. And take an upper division writing course specified for their major. John White, director of the English department, advises students to pay close attention to what the question asks. Think first, take some notes, and brainstorm.
Planning is crucial.
This paper needs more planning than a class paper, since there is no rewrite. Many students who have trouble with the test are transfers from the community college system and not usually students who went through remediation at Cal State Fullerton. 40 percent of California high school graduates entering college fail English proficiency exams and must take remedial English in college. A recent CSUF study showed that 70 percent of its English remedial students are recent immigrants. Although the study found that freshman needing remedial English are just as likely to graduate as those who don't require remedial English.