Here is a sample essay, written by a first-year student in a humanities course I TA-ed for a number of years ago, that is somewhat similar in form to the essay you are being asked to write on Brave ...

Overuse humor as you never know if the person(s) reading your essay will share your sense of humor. Address problems or weaknesses in your application. Keep the personal statement positive even if the ...

Here is the sample essay: Thesis: Ursula Leguin's story, The Ones Who Walk Away from Omelas, fails to successfully defeat utilitarianism because the scenario proposed has little relevance to any real ...

There is clear reference to both assessment objectives. With more time, there could have been some discussion of where Alfieri fits into this point (see feedback to sample answer one).

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The last chapter ties up all the loose ends. Francis is in the railway station after he has said goodbye to Nicole for the very last time. The previous two chapters showed how first Larry, then ...

That’s not actually how it works at Connecticut College. We don’t expect to be on the edge of our seats as we read essays. We just want you to be yourself in your content and style so we can learn ...

Christmas is a time to celebrate togetherness, kindness, and hope. Beyond the commercial aspects like gifts and Santa Claus, the true spirit of Christmas lies in compassion and generosity.