minutes to gather your ideas. This will help you to write a logical and well developed essay / letter. You need to gain skill in quickly accomplishing the following tasks. Note that tasks 1 to 4 are the most important. Tasks 5 and 6 can be done while writing. 1. Analyze the question 2. Quickly decide on a position 3. Brainstorm ideas 4. Prepare a simple outline 5. Write a thesis statement 6. Brainstorm synonyms for key words.