Which step belongs to the prewriting stage?

• A. To edit grammar after drafting
• B. To plan and organize ideas, audience, and purpose before drafting
• C. To publish the final copy
• D. To memorize the content

Answer: (B)

Prewriting is planning and organizing before you draft. This is the time to think about what you will write, who will read it, and why you’re writing it. You might brainstorm ideas, decide the purpose, and map out a plan or outline so the writing has a clear direction. That preparation helps you structure your piece and choose the right approach before you commit words to the page.

Editing grammar after drafting involves language fixes once you already have a draft, which happens later in the process. Publishing the final copy is the final product step, after drafting and revisions. Memorizing the content isn’t about planning or producing the writing itself.