Question

Which of the following is not a viable "checklist" item for making your voice be the driving force of your draft?

a. Making sure you are synthesizing source ideas by inserting your own voice to show the logic and relevance of source information as applied to your own point
b. Using your own language in each topic sentence to transition, to let the reader know the point of the paragraph, and to offer a preview of the support to come
c. Spending adequate space and time after using support to explain the logic behind the support and to connect it to your stance, to show how and why it proves your point
d. Using "I" and "me" every time you are expressing your own thoughts and opinions so your reader knows it is you "speaking"

Answer 1

The correct answer is D. Use "I" and "me" every time you express your thoughts and opinions so your reader knows it is you "speaking".

While it is important to incorporate your voice and perspective into your writing, using "I" and "me" excessively can make the writing seem overly personal and self-centered. It is generally advisable to use these pronouns sparingly and strategically, focusing more on presenting your ideas and arguments clearly and concisely.

Options A, B, and C are viable checklist items for making your voice the driving force of your draft. These items emphasize the importance of synthesizing source ideas. They also emphasize using your language and voice to transition and preview support, and providing adequate explanation and logical connections between your stance and the supporting evidence.