Format
What is the correct font size that should be used for the essay?
11 or 12 point font
When is the first and final draft of the essay due?
First: October 1st
Final: October 6th
What should a proper conclusion NOT do?
Not sum up main points AND/OR introduce new ideas
What is the editing process mainly used for?
Completing multiple drafts
What is the correct citation format that should be used in the personal essay?
MLA citation
What kind of tone should be avoided in the essay?
Conversational or informal
What should be used to connect or link the paragraphs of the essay together?
Transitions
What aspect of the essay is the editing process meant to display?
Growth
What are the conventions of a standard essay that all essays must follow?
How many words is the essay going to be in-between?
450-650 words
Along with overly simple words, what type of words should be avoided in the essay?
Needlessly complex words
Who should you reach out to for additional help on revising your essay?
Peers, teachers, outside people
What is the name of the writing strategy that draws the reader into the paper?
The Hook
What is the name of the website where you can find essay prompt?
CommonApp
What are the two things you should avoid when considering the language of your essay?
Oversimplification and obfuscation
What should be integrated into the essay during the editing process?
Some feedback