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Summary of Essay Guidelines
Here are some important guidelines:
1. Write
an original essay.
2. Be
the author. Don’t let someone else write your essay.
3. Review
the recommended essay format provided in this guide.
4. The
opening sentence and introductory paragraph must be interesting and
capture readers’ attention.
5. Show
your essay, don’t just tell it. Use detailed descriptions,
step-by-step actions leading up to the main subject/thesis of your
essay, or conversations with actual quotes from people in the conversation.
6. Analyze
the events and experiences you write about and tell what impact they
had on you and how you are a better, wiser person as a result.
7. Stick
to the assigned word limit in each essay.
Be sure to:
Check spelling and grammar.
Use clear organization.
Be descriptive – use vivid details that really illuminate the
subject matter.
Don’t be afraid to describe your thoughts, feelings and emotions.
Be honest. |
