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Understanding Assignments

What this handout is about.

The first step in any successful college writing venture is reading the assignment. While this sounds like a simple task, it can be a tough one. This handout will help you unravel your assignment and begin to craft an effective response. Much of the following advice will involve translating typical assignment terms and practices into meaningful clues to the type of writing your instructor expects. See our short video for more tips.

Basic beginnings

Regardless of the assignment, department, or instructor, adopting these two habits will serve you well :

• Read the assignment carefully as soon as you receive it. Do not put this task off—reading the assignment at the beginning will save you time, stress, and problems later. An assignment can look pretty straightforward at first, particularly if the instructor has provided lots of information. That does not mean it will not take time and effort to complete; you may even have to learn a new skill to complete the assignment.
• Ask the instructor about anything you do not understand. Do not hesitate to approach your instructor. Instructors would prefer to set you straight before you hand the paper in. That’s also when you will find their feedback most useful.

Assignment formats

Many assignments follow a basic format. Assignments often begin with an overview of the topic, include a central verb or verbs that describe the task, and offer some additional suggestions, questions, or prompts to get you started.

An Overview of Some Kind

The instructor might set the stage with some general discussion of the subject of the assignment, introduce the topic, or remind you of something pertinent that you have discussed in class. For example:

“Throughout history, gerbils have played a key role in politics,” or “In the last few weeks of class, we have focused on the evening wear of the housefly …”

The Task of the Assignment

Pay attention; this part tells you what to do when you write the paper. Look for the key verb or verbs in the sentence. Words like analyze, summarize, or compare direct you to think about your topic in a certain way. Also pay attention to words such as how, what, when, where, and why; these words guide your attention toward specific information. (See the section in this handout titled “Key Terms” for more information.)

“Analyze the effect that gerbils had on the Russian Revolution”, or “Suggest an interpretation of housefly undergarments that differs from Darwin’s.”

Additional Material to Think about

Here you will find some questions to use as springboards as you begin to think about the topic. Instructors usually include these questions as suggestions rather than requirements. Do not feel compelled to answer every question unless the instructor asks you to do so. Pay attention to the order of the questions. Sometimes they suggest the thinking process your instructor imagines you will need to follow to begin thinking about the topic.

“You may wish to consider the differing views held by Communist gerbils vs. Monarchist gerbils, or Can there be such a thing as ‘the housefly garment industry’ or is it just a home-based craft?”

These are the instructor’s comments about writing expectations:

“Be concise”, “Write effectively”, or “Argue furiously.”

Technical Details

These instructions usually indicate format rules or guidelines.

“Your paper must be typed in Palatino font on gray paper and must not exceed 600 pages. It is due on the anniversary of Mao Tse-tung’s death.”

The assignment’s parts may not appear in exactly this order, and each part may be very long or really short. Nonetheless, being aware of this standard pattern can help you understand what your instructor wants you to do.

Interpreting the assignment

Ask yourself a few basic questions as you read and jot down the answers on the assignment sheet:

Why did your instructor ask you to do this particular task?

Who is your audience.

• What kind of evidence do you need to support your ideas?

What kind of writing style is acceptable?

• What are the absolute rules of the paper?

Try to look at the question from the point of view of the instructor. Recognize that your instructor has a reason for giving you this assignment and for giving it to you at a particular point in the semester. In every assignment, the instructor has a challenge for you. This challenge could be anything from demonstrating an ability to think clearly to demonstrating an ability to use the library. See the assignment not as a vague suggestion of what to do but as an opportunity to show that you can handle the course material as directed. Paper assignments give you more than a topic to discuss—they ask you to do something with the topic. Keep reminding yourself of that. Be careful to avoid the other extreme as well: do not read more into the assignment than what is there.

Of course, your instructor has given you an assignment so that he or she will be able to assess your understanding of the course material and give you an appropriate grade. But there is more to it than that. Your instructor has tried to design a learning experience of some kind. Your instructor wants you to think about something in a particular way for a particular reason. If you read the course description at the beginning of your syllabus, review the assigned readings, and consider the assignment itself, you may begin to see the plan, purpose, or approach to the subject matter that your instructor has created for you. If you still aren’t sure of the assignment’s goals, try asking the instructor. For help with this, see our handout on getting feedback .

Given your instructor’s efforts, it helps to answer the question: What is my purpose in completing this assignment? Is it to gather research from a variety of outside sources and present a coherent picture? Is it to take material I have been learning in class and apply it to a new situation? Is it to prove a point one way or another? Key words from the assignment can help you figure this out. Look for key terms in the form of active verbs that tell you what to do.

Key Terms: Finding Those Active Verbs

Here are some common key words and definitions to help you think about assignment terms:

Information words Ask you to demonstrate what you know about the subject, such as who, what, when, where, how, and why.

• define —give the subject’s meaning (according to someone or something). Sometimes you have to give more than one view on the subject’s meaning
• describe —provide details about the subject by answering question words (such as who, what, when, where, how, and why); you might also give details related to the five senses (what you see, hear, feel, taste, and smell)
• explain —give reasons why or examples of how something happened
• illustrate —give descriptive examples of the subject and show how each is connected with the subject
• summarize —briefly list the important ideas you learned about the subject
• trace —outline how something has changed or developed from an earlier time to its current form
• research —gather material from outside sources about the subject, often with the implication or requirement that you will analyze what you have found

Relation words Ask you to demonstrate how things are connected.

• compare —show how two or more things are similar (and, sometimes, different)
• contrast —show how two or more things are dissimilar
• apply—use details that you’ve been given to demonstrate how an idea, theory, or concept works in a particular situation
• cause —show how one event or series of events made something else happen
• relate —show or describe the connections between things

Interpretation words Ask you to defend ideas of your own about the subject. Do not see these words as requesting opinion alone (unless the assignment specifically says so), but as requiring opinion that is supported by concrete evidence. Remember examples, principles, definitions, or concepts from class or research and use them in your interpretation.

• assess —summarize your opinion of the subject and measure it against something
• prove, justify —give reasons or examples to demonstrate how or why something is the truth
• evaluate, respond —state your opinion of the subject as good, bad, or some combination of the two, with examples and reasons
• support —give reasons or evidence for something you believe (be sure to state clearly what it is that you believe)
• synthesize —put two or more things together that have not been put together in class or in your readings before; do not just summarize one and then the other and say that they are similar or different—you must provide a reason for putting them together that runs all the way through the paper
• analyze —determine how individual parts create or relate to the whole, figure out how something works, what it might mean, or why it is important
• argue —take a side and defend it with evidence against the other side

More Clues to Your Purpose As you read the assignment, think about what the teacher does in class:

• What kinds of textbooks or coursepack did your instructor choose for the course—ones that provide background information, explain theories or perspectives, or argue a point of view?
• In lecture, does your instructor ask your opinion, try to prove her point of view, or use keywords that show up again in the assignment?
• What kinds of assignments are typical in this discipline? Social science classes often expect more research. Humanities classes thrive on interpretation and analysis.
• How do the assignments, readings, and lectures work together in the course? Instructors spend time designing courses, sometimes even arguing with their peers about the most effective course materials. Figuring out the overall design to the course will help you understand what each assignment is meant to achieve.

Now, what about your reader? Most undergraduates think of their audience as the instructor. True, your instructor is a good person to keep in mind as you write. But for the purposes of a good paper, think of your audience as someone like your roommate: smart enough to understand a clear, logical argument, but not someone who already knows exactly what is going on in your particular paper. Remember, even if the instructor knows everything there is to know about your paper topic, he or she still has to read your paper and assess your understanding. In other words, teach the material to your reader.

Aiming a paper at your audience happens in two ways: you make decisions about the tone and the level of information you want to convey.

• Tone means the “voice” of your paper. Should you be chatty, formal, or objective? Usually you will find some happy medium—you do not want to alienate your reader by sounding condescending or superior, but you do not want to, um, like, totally wig on the man, you know? Eschew ostentatious erudition: some students think the way to sound academic is to use big words. Be careful—you can sound ridiculous, especially if you use the wrong big words.
• The level of information you use depends on who you think your audience is. If you imagine your audience as your instructor and she already knows everything you have to say, you may find yourself leaving out key information that can cause your argument to be unconvincing and illogical. But you do not have to explain every single word or issue. If you are telling your roommate what happened on your favorite science fiction TV show last night, you do not say, “First a dark-haired white man of average height, wearing a suit and carrying a flashlight, walked into the room. Then a purple alien with fifteen arms and at least three eyes turned around. Then the man smiled slightly. In the background, you could hear a clock ticking. The room was fairly dark and had at least two windows that I saw.” You also do not say, “This guy found some aliens. The end.” Find some balance of useful details that support your main point.

You’ll find a much more detailed discussion of these concepts in our handout on audience .

The Grim Truth

With a few exceptions (including some lab and ethnography reports), you are probably being asked to make an argument. You must convince your audience. It is easy to forget this aim when you are researching and writing; as you become involved in your subject matter, you may become enmeshed in the details and focus on learning or simply telling the information you have found. You need to do more than just repeat what you have read. Your writing should have a point, and you should be able to say it in a sentence. Sometimes instructors call this sentence a “thesis” or a “claim.”

So, if your instructor tells you to write about some aspect of oral hygiene, you do not want to just list: “First, you brush your teeth with a soft brush and some peanut butter. Then, you floss with unwaxed, bologna-flavored string. Finally, gargle with bourbon.” Instead, you could say, “Of all the oral cleaning methods, sandblasting removes the most plaque. Therefore it should be recommended by the American Dental Association.” Or, “From an aesthetic perspective, moldy teeth can be quite charming. However, their joys are short-lived.”

Convincing the reader of your argument is the goal of academic writing. It doesn’t have to say “argument” anywhere in the assignment for you to need one. Look at the assignment and think about what kind of argument you could make about it instead of just seeing it as a checklist of information you have to present. For help with understanding the role of argument in academic writing, see our handout on argument .

What kind of evidence do you need?

There are many kinds of evidence, and what type of evidence will work for your assignment can depend on several factors–the discipline, the parameters of the assignment, and your instructor’s preference. Should you use statistics? Historical examples? Do you need to conduct your own experiment? Can you rely on personal experience? See our handout on evidence for suggestions on how to use evidence appropriately.

Make sure you are clear about this part of the assignment, because your use of evidence will be crucial in writing a successful paper. You are not just learning how to argue; you are learning how to argue with specific types of materials and ideas. Ask your instructor what counts as acceptable evidence. You can also ask a librarian for help. No matter what kind of evidence you use, be sure to cite it correctly—see the UNC Libraries citation tutorial .

You cannot always tell from the assignment just what sort of writing style your instructor expects. The instructor may be really laid back in class but still expect you to sound formal in writing. Or the instructor may be fairly formal in class and ask you to write a reflection paper where you need to use “I” and speak from your own experience.

Try to avoid false associations of a particular field with a style (“art historians like wacky creativity,” or “political scientists are boring and just give facts”) and look instead to the types of readings you have been given in class. No one expects you to write like Plato—just use the readings as a guide for what is standard or preferable to your instructor. When in doubt, ask your instructor about the level of formality she or he expects.

No matter what field you are writing for or what facts you are including, if you do not write so that your reader can understand your main idea, you have wasted your time. So make clarity your main goal. For specific help with style, see our handout on style .

Technical details about the assignment

The technical information you are given in an assignment always seems like the easy part. This section can actually give you lots of little hints about approaching the task. Find out if elements such as page length and citation format (see the UNC Libraries citation tutorial ) are negotiable. Some professors do not have strong preferences as long as you are consistent and fully answer the assignment. Some professors are very specific and will deduct big points for deviations.

Usually, the page length tells you something important: The instructor thinks the size of the paper is appropriate to the assignment’s parameters. In plain English, your instructor is telling you how many pages it should take for you to answer the question as fully as you are expected to. So if an assignment is two pages long, you cannot pad your paper with examples or reword your main idea several times. Hit your one point early, defend it with the clearest example, and finish quickly. If an assignment is ten pages long, you can be more complex in your main points and examples—and if you can only produce five pages for that assignment, you need to see someone for help—as soon as possible.

Tricks that don’t work

Your instructors are not fooled when you:

• spend more time on the cover page than the essay —graphics, cool binders, and cute titles are no replacement for a well-written paper.
• use huge fonts, wide margins, or extra spacing to pad the page length —these tricks are immediately obvious to the eye. Most instructors use the same word processor you do. They know what’s possible. Such tactics are especially damning when the instructor has a stack of 60 papers to grade and yours is the only one that low-flying airplane pilots could read.
• use a paper from another class that covered “sort of similar” material . Again, the instructor has a particular task for you to fulfill in the assignment that usually relates to course material and lectures. Your other paper may not cover this material, and turning in the same paper for more than one course may constitute an Honor Code violation . Ask the instructor—it can’t hurt.
• get all wacky and “creative” before you answer the question . Showing that you are able to think beyond the boundaries of a simple assignment can be good, but you must do what the assignment calls for first. Again, check with your instructor. A humorous tone can be refreshing for someone grading a stack of papers, but it will not get you a good grade if you have not fulfilled the task.

Critical reading of assignments leads to skills in other types of reading and writing. If you get good at figuring out what the real goals of assignments are, you are going to be better at understanding the goals of all of your classes and fields of study.

You may reproduce it for non-commercial use if you use the entire handout and attribute the source: The Writing Center, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

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Assignment example sentences.

1. Now, moving on, your assignment will be to infiltrate the structure

2. He had had the opportunity to have several made recently on assignment in Hong Kong

3. "Thanks for the update, I thank you for the lovely assignment

4. For today’s assignment have a look at the table below

5. "And you didn't mind this assignment ?"

6. "What makes you think it isn't Luray who's off on assignment ?" Their legs had wrapped around each other's by now

7. She was able to find her administrative records, of which her locker assignment was a part, but the laughter in her eyes spilled over into her voice when she saw the dates involved

8. talked about his assignment to the Guides

9. He had finished his assignment twice as fast as the others

10. I actually like the guy, not a lot, but enough that this assignment has been fairly pleasant

11. Harry plowed through the Summer Term receiving marks of Distinction for his every assignment , and the preliminary term of his Sixth Form years was passed

12. “That’s the script for the fourth assignment in Kaha’s movie club

13. on the assignment that he scheduled

14. He is here in Hong Kong for his Far East assignment

15. anymore without an assignment in front of him

16. But he already the next assignment didn’t he? One that he was not

17. His first assignment was to investigate Lao Airlines Flight 301, an ATR-72, that crashed shortly before landing at Pakse International Airport in Loas under adverse weather conditions, killing all 44 passengers and 5 crew on board

18. assignment such as this didn’t bother him

19. I have an assignment for you in Beijing to report on the war against pollution conference and then continue on to Kyiv to cover the invasion of Crimea

20. "That was my assignment

21. “Well, if you’re so sure, then take a look,” Dobber replied, disinterested with Pete’s fears and anything else that remotely related to his assignment

22. Klowa knew someone else would do a background assignment on Luray

23. "The assignment you gave us sir, to get him up and out of there before his memories could be read

24. "This is big time quarters up here," Kuthra told them once the assignment was made and they were on their way to it, "This is where they put visiting professors and research planners, or managers of large factories that the Kassikan owns, once in awhile a media person

25. Just like in this life, the best students will have a better chance of getting the best jobs in their next assignment

26. On the contrary, the whole expense of this borrowing, of employing agents to look out for people who had money to lend, of negotiating with those people, and of drawing the proper bond or assignment , must have fallen upon them, and have been so much clear loss upon the balance of their accounts

27. “Her parents were an assignment ? You mean the Hellhounds went on a wild hunt to catch them? I thought the coven killed them

28. When one of the sisters was given an assignment it was serious business, but the sisters only went on a wild hunt for the worst cases

29. Even in the monied interest, however, the money is, as it were, but the deed of assignment , which conveys from one hand to another those capitals which the owners do not care to employ themselves

30. A capital lent at interest may, in this manner, be considered as an assignment , from the lender to the borrower, of a certain considerable portion of the annual produce, upon condition that the burrower in return shall, during the continuance of the loan, annually assign to the lender a small portion, called the interest ; and, at the end of it, a portion equally considerable with that which had originally been assigned to him, called the repayment

31. Though money, either coin or paper, serves generally as the deed of assignment , both to the smaller and to the more considerable portion, it is itself altogether different from what is assigned by it

32. The deeds of assignment , like the conveyances of a verbose attorney, would be more cumbersome; but the thing assigned would be precisely the same as before, and could produce only the same effects

33. And they cherished every moment they had with him right until to the end, when he would leave on his final assignment

34. to begin the assignment

35. After Rikke dismissed her with a promise of a new assignment within a few days, she first stopped to pick up her new Legionnaire-issue armor and then made her way back to the Winking Skeever for a good night’s rest

36. The plan was to accommodate the exiles in tents here on the plain of Dura while they awaited their assignment to work as slaves with Babylonian households in the city

37. “It may be a wild goose chase but I want answers and all we're getting now is an ever-burgeoning volume of questions!” Mim and Yula were out of their depth on that assignment ; they seemed to realize it and so remained close to the Captain

38. “Ready for assignment my Captain,” she breathed in a tone devoid of any hint of doubt or uncertainty

39. But you were captured by the Naud on that very planet---Tenrith---you won't have remembered that was where you were at the time; so caught up in your surveying assignment and all

40. It’s the other half of Maro’s assignment here

41. Anyway, that was part of his assignment

42. There were a few basic facts about the first assignment on Eludi-4; nothing revealing

43. And then an instant later admonishing him for taking this assignment , when really he didn’t need the money

44. If there was one tangibly positive thing Roidon had gained from this assignment it had to be this car

45. This was his first assignment as an officer on board a whaleship, and his lay was

46. Following this short assignment , Midshipman Waddell was then

47. write much about this assignment but writes that from the Naval

48. During this assignment , he became very proficient in seamanship

49. He began that assignment as a “passed

50. Hawes was ready for his next assignment

51. ordered from his assignment at the Naval Academy to report to

52. Sometimes it has made this assignment or mortgage for a short period of time only, a year, or a few years, for example; and sometimes for perpetuity

53. They’re going on an assignment , they leave in four hours, at nine

54. By the time the CSS Georgia arrived in Cherbourg, Waddell was still waiting for news of a new assignment

55. waiting for an assignment to a fighting ship so they could enter the fight with the Yankees

56. wanted to get on with his assignment

57. 1864 of his new assignment

58. This was a massive assignment for such a rather young naval officer at forty years of age

59. They took as their doctrine a strict set of rules and guidelines know as the Temporal Directive, devising rules for minimal intervention and interference, which then had to be adapted for each assignment

60. This group put forward their intentions, theories and ideas as a serious alternative to the reformists – otherwise thought of as moderates – who were still to commence with that first assignment

61. It would be my reward for the completion of this assignment

62. The assignment had not just been designated to a select few, they all had their part to play in one way or another

63. Being couriered directly to an assignment in the Unity was much

64. He decided to haul me all over the satrapy to help with his assignment

65. With the capacity of each transport, and the roster of each regiment before him, the youngest officer could have made effective assignment and saved such dire confusion, which took two days to untangle, and entailed much sun-exposure and hardship on the soldiers

66. Spying on Sicarius? Could that be secret assignment Hollowcrest had given Amaranthe? The reason she had been in the Barracks to start with?

67. As expected his next assignment was to tie up any loose ends and get out

68. ‘You okay to go on an assignment in Pretoria for a few days?’ Rodger interrupted my thoughts as if on cue

69. After the meeting I went home alone as I had an assignment that had to be handed in by the following Tuesday

70. However, even without Egan there, the prospect of games at the camp was enough of a distraction, so much so that I could not finish the assignment

71. ‘If you want me to go over your assignment before you send it off, I’ll be finished with this in about an hour then I can do it for you

72. Her comments and suggestions were in all honesty fantastic and I amended my assignment accordingly

73. I had so hoped those few hours we had spent together with my assignment had been a turning point in our relationship and in her life

74. “My assignment had come through while I was still in the US and, yes, I suspected that some of the rumors of torture must be true, exaggerated but true

75. If he would but assure him of that same level, the assignment would be his

76. Assignment to the Caribbean coast and promotion to Comandante immediately followed

77. As it turned out, his assignment to the division came at a most opportune time: Costa Rica had recently succumbed to US pressure insisting that it expand its efforts against cocaine

78. At the time, cocaine passed through virtually unnoticed, a problem of little consequence for law enforcement, and that was perhaps the main reason he received the assignment

79. He was given an assignment unwanted by fellow detectives: partnership with the highly independent little Indian, which left him free to serve as the OIJ’s ambassador of corruption to the power brokers

80. That’s enough of an assignment for you

81. Frazer departed Costa Rica surreptitiously on official assignment before the date of the murder, and the OIJ’s cooperation in not drawing attention to his movements would be appreciated

82. He wondered whose idea of a joke had been that particular assignment

83. "Yes, I was reprogrammed to be a deathbot infiltrator and given an assignment , to locate and assist in the termination of one Kazuki Shimatani, location, the Badlands

84. At first he resented his assignment but the two had formed an unlikely bond

85. She received instead an assignment to England

86. Angry at his late night assignment , he was still half asleep

87. He explained his new assignment as a medic and asked her if, in the future, he could pick her up at 08:30 rather than 07:00, and she agreed

88. He asked, “Any chance you can get another assignment where you would need me to drive?”

89. " Joseph stepped forward wondering what his assignment would be

90. You know, if you’re interested, you could put in for a commission and an assignment to our outfit

91. There was also a typewritten list of names and addresses that Quarles suggested he memorize if he were to explain his temporary duty assignment in Paris

92. The temporary duty assignment is open-ended, ‘Until further notice

93. Colling asked to what job he would be assigned, now that he had returned, and Ferguson told him that he did not know, but that Vincent had indicated that he would personally decide Colling’s assignment within the battalion

94. I think this will be an excellent assignment for you

95. By the time Colling returned to his quarters, he felt he knew almost everything he would have to know about his new assignment

96. because you are on assignment for his brother The

97. The Polish lieutenant said something to Hermann before he rolled up his window, and as they drove past the barrier of sawhorses that the soldiers had moved aside for them, he said, “He told me I was lucky to have such an assignment , driving rich Americans around

98. The final report stated, ”Our assignment has been to look for mis-or-mal administration in the oil for

99. But she relished this assignment as driver

100. role in his assignment to Niger

Synonyms for "assignment"

"assignment" definitions.

a duty that you are assigned to perform (especially in the armed forces)

the instrument by which a claim or right or interest or property is transferred from one person to another

the act of distributing something to designated places or persons

(law) a transfer of property by deed of conveyance

an undertaking that you have been assigned to do (as by an instructor)

the act of putting a person into a non-elective position

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Definition of assignment

task , duty , job , chore , stint , assignment mean a piece of work to be done.

task implies work imposed by a person in authority or an employer or by circumstance.

duty implies an obligation to perform or responsibility for performance.

job applies to a piece of work voluntarily performed; it may sometimes suggest difficulty or importance.

chore implies a minor routine activity necessary for maintaining a household or farm.

stint implies a carefully allotted or measured quantity of assigned work or service.

assignment implies a definite limited task assigned by one in authority.

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Word History

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14th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Phrases Containing assignment

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Assignment in a Sentence  🔊

Definition of Assignment

a particular task or duty that one is expected to complete

Examples of Assignment in a sentence

On assignment for the Washington Post, the reporter combed the city in search of information.  🔊

The student’s math assignment was too difficult, so he asked his teacher for help completing it.  🔊

Each worker in the building is giving a different assignment that he or she is expected to complete by the end of the work day.  🔊

Although Laura didn’t enjoy her latest post assignment, she didn’t regret her decision to join the military.  🔊

The state attorney was recently given the assignment of prosecuting a West Virginian serial killer.  🔊

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EXAMPLE-SENTENCES

Assignment in a sentence.

lnspite of the shortage of time, I completed the assignment in time.

Finish this assignment.

The assignment has been corrected.

How are you doing in your new assignment.

I have to hand in my assignment by nine o’ clock.

I’m in difficulties with this assignment.

She has inbuilt leadership quality to handle any assignment .

Have you completed the assignment ?

I’m doing my English assignment .

The assignments are corrected.

I’m in difficulties with this assignment .

I have to hand in my assignment by nine o’ clock.

Have you finished the assignment ?

I have finished this assignment.

She succeeded in completing the assignment in time.

Do your assignment yourself.

Have you done your assignment yet?

He gave us such a long assignment that we protested.

What’s the assignment for tomorrow?

Work on the assignment in small groups.

When will your assignment be completed?

The assignment took me longer than I had expected.

The assignment was too much for me.

This assignment is to be handed in on Monday.

The assignment is due two weeks from today.

He doesn’t know what the homework assignment is.

The teacher gave us a challenging assignment that required extensive research.

The student submitted the assignment before the deadline and received a high grade.

The company assigned a new project to the team to develop a marketing strategy.

The journalist was excited about her new assignment, covering an international event.

The math assignment was difficult, but with the help of the tutor, the student understood the concepts better.

The detective received a crucial assignment to investigate a series of mysterious burglaries.

The soldiers were on a special assignment to deliver aid to a remote village.

The travel writer was sent on an assignment to explore and write about exotic destinations.

The artist’s assignment was to create a mural that represented unity and diversity.

The photography assignment required capturing candid moments during a community event.

The students were divided into groups for a collaborative assignment on a science project.

The IT department was working on a challenging assignment to develop a new software system.

The temporary employee was given a short-term assignment to assist with administrative tasks.

The nurse had a busy assignment, caring for patients in the intensive care unit.

The architect completed the design assignment for the renovation of an old historical building.

The magazine editor assigned different topics to writers for the upcoming issue.

The volunteer eagerly took on the assignment of organizing a charity event.

The project manager provided clear instructions for the team to complete their assignments on time.

The assistant handled multiple assignments, ensuring smooth operations in the office.

The internship included a research assignment that required data analysis and reporting.

I have an important assignment due tomorrow.

The teacher handed out a challenging assignment to the class.

Completing this assignment will require a lot of research.

I need to focus on my assignment, so I can’t go out tonight.

The group divided the assignment into smaller tasks.

She’s struggling to complete her math assignment.

The assignment is to write a persuasive essay.

I finished my assignment ahead of schedule.

The professor gave us a unique assignment.

I submitted my assignment online.

The assignment requires creativity and originality.

I’ll need some help with this assignment.

The assignment is to analyze a historical event.

This assignment is worth a significant portion of our grade.

The team worked together to complete the assignment.

I have a heavy workload with multiple assignments.

The assignment is to design a new product.

He was absent when the assignment was given, so he missed the instructions.

The assignment is due by the end of the week.

I’m not sure how to approach this assignment.

She’s always diligent about completing her assignments.

The assignment involves a field trip to the museum.

I need to proofread my assignment before turning it in.

The assignment is to interview a local business owner.

He volunteered to take on the challenging assignment.

This assignment is way too difficult for me.

The assignment requires a deep understanding of the topic.

I’m struggling to meet the deadline for this assignment.

The assignment asks us to analyze a famous speech.

I’m feeling overwhelmed by all these assignments.

The assignment is to create a multimedia presentation.

She was excited about her photography assignment.

This assignment tests our problem-solving skills.

I spent all night working on my assignment.

The assignment is to develop a marketing strategy.

I forgot to bring my assignment to class.

The assignment is to write a book report.

I got a good grade on my last assignment.

The assignment is to write a short story.

I left my assignment at home, so I can’t turn it in today.

The assignment requires us to conduct a survey.

I need to proofread my assignment for errors.

The assignment is to give a presentation on a historical figure.

I’m not sure how to format this assignment.

She always asks questions to clarify the assignment.

I need to brainstorm ideas for this assignment.

The assignment asks us to analyze a scientific experiment.

I have a group assignment due next week.

The assignment is to research a current event.

I have a hard time staying focused on assignments.

The assignment is to create a budget proposal.

I’m worried about meeting the word count for this assignment.

The assignment is to build a working prototype.

I stayed up late to finish my assignment.

The assignment is to analyze a famous painting.

I have to print out my assignment before class.

The assignment is to write a reflection paper.

I need to organize my thoughts for this assignment.

The assignment is to conduct a scientific experiment.

I asked the teacher for an extension on the assignment.

The assignment is to write a literature review.

I’m not sure how to cite my sources for this assignment.

The assignment is to create a business plan.

I have a lot of research to do for this assignment.

The assignment is to analyze a piece of music.

I need to gather data for this assignment.

The assignment is to create a timeline of historical events.

I have a group meeting to discuss the assignment.

The assignment is to analyze a famous poem.

I’m running out of time to complete this assignment.

The assignment is to write a script for a short film.

I have to proofread my assignment one last time.

The assignment is to create a website.

I’m feeling stressed about this assignment.

The assignment is to design a logo for a company.

I asked my classmate for help with the assignment.

The assignment is to analyze a political speech.

I need to submit my assignment before the deadline.

The assignment is to create a scientific poster.

I stayed up all night to finish the assignment.

The assignment is to write a research proposal.

I need to gather references for this assignment.

The assignment is to analyze a historical document.

I’m feeling overwhelmed by the complexity of the assignment.

The assignment is to create a marketing campaign.

I have to present my assignment to the class.

The assignment is to write a thesis statement.

I have a lot of reading to do for this assignment.

The assignment is to analyze a famous play.

I need to make a rough draft of my assignment.

The assignment is to create a business model.

I have to double-check the requirements for this assignment.

The assignment is to write a policy recommendation.

I’m having trouble finding sources for this assignment.

The assignment is to analyze a historical figure’s biography.

I asked the teacher for clarification on the assignment.

The assignment is to create a social media campaign.

I need to create an outline for my assignment.

The assignment is to write a literature analysis.

I’m feeling confident about this assignment.

The assignment is to analyze a famous sculpture.

I have to format my assignment according to the guidelines.

The assignment is to create a scientific presentation.

I’m struggling to come up with a thesis for this assignment.

The assignment is to write a marketing report.

I need to edit my assignment for clarity.

The assignment is to analyze a historical event’s impact.

I have a meeting with my group to discuss the assignment.

The assignment is to create a financial forecast.

I’m having writer’s block for this assignment.

The assignment is to write a case study.

I have to submit my assignment online before the deadline.

The assignment is to analyze a famous photograph.

I need to review the rubric for this assignment.

The assignment is to create a policy analysis.

I’m looking for additional sources to support my assignment.

I need to finalize my assignment before turning it in.

The assignment is to analyze a historical period.

I’m feeling motivated to complete this assignment.

The assignment is to create a scientific report.

I have a tutoring session to help with the assignment.

The assignment is to write a persuasive argument.

I need to proofread my assignment for grammatical errors.

The assignment is to analyze a famous novel.

I have to check my references for this assignment.

The assignment is to create a marketing plan.

I’m seeking feedback on my assignment.

The assignment is to write a research paper.

I need to submit my assignment to the professor.

The assignment is to analyze a historical conflict.

I’m feeling confident about the quality of my assignment.

The assignment is to create a business proposal.

I have to revise my assignment based on feedback.

I’m having a brainstorming session for this assignment.

The assignment is to analyze a famous author’s work.

I need to format my assignment correctly.

The assignment is to create a scientific experiment.

I have a study group to discuss the assignment.

The assignment is to write a policy brief.

I need to meet with my professor to discuss the assignment.

The assignment is to analyze a historical figure’s impact.

I’m feeling overwhelmed by the workload of this assignment.

The assignment is to create a marketing strategy.

I have to meet with my advisor to plan the assignment.

I’m seeking additional resources for this assignment.

The assignment is to analyze a famous poet’s works.

I need to manage my time effectively to complete this assignment on schedule.

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ASSIGNATION in a Sentence Examples: 21 Ways to Use Assignation

Have you ever heard of the word “assignation” and wondered what it means? In simple terms, an assignation refers to the act of giving or assigning something, such as a task, duty, or role, to someone.

Assignation can also be used to describe a secret or private meeting, especially between lovers or individuals who wish to keep their interaction discreet. This word can encompass various contexts, from formal work assignments to clandestine rendezvous.

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7 Examples Of Assignation Used In a Sentence For Kids

• Assignation means to give someone a task.
• Teachers assignation homework for students to complete.
• The principal will assignation different roles for the school play.
• Parents can assignation chores to their children at home.
• In class, the teacher may assignation partners for group work.
• Students can assignation a special job during a school event.
• During a game, players can assignation each other roles to play.

14 Sentences with Assignation Examples

• Assignation of project topics will be done by your professors next week.
• Have you checked the assignation of exam centers for the upcoming semester?
• We need to finalize the assignation of roles for our group presentation.
• Do you know the deadline for the assignation of elective courses for next semester?
• The assignation of mentors for the internship program will be announced soon.
• Please refer to the notice board for the assignation of seminar slots.
• The assignation of study material for the upcoming quiz has been uploaded on the online portal.
• Have you received the assignation for the group project submission dates?
• The assignation of classroom for the guest lecture has been changed to the auditorium.
• Submit your preferences for the assignation of hostel rooms for the next academic year.
• The assignation of practical sessions for the chemistry lab will begin next month.
• The faculty will announce the assignation of book titles for the literature review assignment on Friday.
• I missed the announcement for the assignation of slots for the mock interview sessions.
• Please check your emails for the assignation of additional reading materials for the upcoming workshop.

How To Use Assignation in Sentences?

Assignation is a word used to describe the act of assigning someone a task or responsibility. To use “assignation” correctly in a sentence, you can follow these simple steps.

Firstly, identify the task or responsibility that you would like to refer to in your sentence.

Next, think about who or what is being assigned this task or responsibility. Make sure to include this in your sentence.

Then, place the word “assignation” in your sentence at the point where you want to refer to the act of assigning the task or responsibility.

For example: “The boss’s assignation of the important project to Sarah shows his trust in her abilities.”

In this sentence, “assignation” is used to emphasize the act of assigning the project to Sarah by her boss.

Lastly, make sure the rest of your sentence is clear and grammatically correct to ensure your message is effectively conveyed.

Overall, using assignation in a sentence should be straightforward once you understand its meaning. Just remember to incorporate it in a way that clearly conveys the act of assigning a task or responsibility to someone or something.

In conclusion, sentences with the keyword “assignation” refer to the act of assigning or allocating something, typically a task or role, to someone or something else. This term highlights the intentional delegation of responsibilities or duties to specific individuals or entities. Examples of sentences using this term can include, “The assignation of projects among team members was carefully planned to ensure equitable distribution of workloads” or “The assignation of blame was unjust as multiple factors contributed to the problem.”

Assignation plays a crucial role in organization and efficiency, allowing for clear directives and accountability within various contexts, such as work environments, legal proceedings, or personal arrangements. Understanding the implications of assignation in communication and decision-making processes can facilitate effective delegation and coordination among individuals or groups.

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Word of the Day: hardscrabble

This word has appeared in 31 articles on NYTimes.com in the past year. Can you use it in a sentence?

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hardscrabble \ ˈhɑrdˌskræbəl \ adjective

: meager or barely meeting a standard

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The word hardscrabble has appeared in 31 articles on NYTimes.com in the past year, including on Oct. 13 in “ How Jesmyn Ward Is Reimagining Southern Literature ” by Imani Perry:

Her next novel, “Salvage the Bones” (2011), returned readers to Bois Sauvage, introducing them to Esch, a pregnant and motherless teenage girl living with her father and three brothers when Hurricane Katrina upends their world. Esch and her family face the storm the way they face everything else in their lives: trying to make do after losing so much of what little they had. Ward brings the traumatic displacement of natural disaster into focus, describing hardscrabble living with a sensitive terseness. Her prose brings readers inside Esch’s perspective, protecting her against the voyeurism that stories of Black teenage mothers usually encourage, and granting her a vulnerable nobility.

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