WPE Sample Topics
Sample Topics
To help you prepare for the WPE, it is a good idea to write one or more
practice essays. After you have written a practice essay, you can make
an appointment with a tutor in the writing center to go over your essay.
Before you look at the sample topics: When
you take the actual WPE, you will have 90 minutes to write, and you will
not know what the topic is ahead of time. Therefore, when you decide to
write a practice essay, make sure you have 90 minutes of uninterrupted
time to write, and DO NOT look at the sample topics until you are ready
to begin. Also, be sure write to your essay by hand, in ink, and NOT on
the computer. Doing these things will replicate the exam situation and
give you a better idea of how you have done on your practice essay.
When you are ready to begin, choose one of the sample topics and get
started!