I would think that the answer would be Brainstorming.
As we all know what brainstorming is I'd think that you'd have to brainstorm all your ideas so you can get a better look at what the subject of the essay should and will be about.
can you put more info about the subject?
Answer:
She guessed from the noise that her brothers were home. not be hard to guess something: From his expression, it wasn't hard to guess what had happened.
Explanation:
If you are organized things will be much more easier for you. You will be more responsible with turning in work and you’ll also be more focused and know where everything is at.
Im 99% sure that it is metaphor