Writing Essay Exams To Succeed In Law School (Not Just To Survive), Third Edition » (3rd Edition)

Essay exams don't have to be a mystery. With its wealth of visual aids, examples, and practical advice, John Dernbach's concise guide enables pre-law and law school students to develop the strong essay-writing skills they need to succeed and feel

Preface xv

Introduction xix

1 Your Reader 1

2 Scoring and Grading 9

3 Beginning the Process 19

4 From Process to Writing 29

5 Explaining your Answer 39

6 Organization, Signposting, and Writing Style 53

7 Getting Ready 59

8 How Essay Exams Resemble Real Life 65

Appendix 73