Arthur Miller's view on in class writing

How does one prepare for an in-class writing assignment? Well, just like a test, one must study. You study by reading parts of the book that were unclear, or skimmed over again.You review every daily question, and the answers to the question. One must make a list of characters and events. One can learn the important themes of the book. That is how one studies for an in-class writing assignment.

What is the difference between writing a long-term, formal essay and a timed, in-class essay? A long, and major essay has more complex aspects than the basic ideas. It includes in depth analysis, lengthy block quotations, more fancy words, sentences, and paragraphs, is usually in an umbrella format, it takes everything to a whole new level, is just longer, and has everything including spelling and grammar correct. An in-class essay is the exact opposite of the previous aspects. It should be a five paragraph essay, with a three part thesis. It should include the main ideas, or the important points. It is shorter, without complex, and long analysis, and it shouldn't have block quotations. It is basically an abridged version of a major essay.