How To Write A Killer Essay Quiz

10 Questions | By Rslattery529 | Updated: Mar 22, 2022 | Attempts: 335

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Think you have what it takes to write a killer essay? Answer the questions below and find out. When you are done, print out the certificate and/or the report summary. Pass in for a grade.

Questions and Answers

1.

The essay is one of the most important parts of your college application.
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
2.

An applicant's essay is usually read by one counselor.
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
3.

During the busiest time of the year, admissions counselors can read more than 50 essays a day.
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
4.

Admissions counselors count the words in an essay to make sure the student is following the application guidelines.
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
5.

If you can't come up with an inspiring story that happened in your own life, you should borrow something that happened to a friend, or something you read about-- as long as you make it detailed and interesting.
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
6.

You should tailor your essay to what you think the admissions counselors want to hear.
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
7.

Over-writing is one of the most common mistakes an applicant can make on his essay.
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
8.

You should avoid familiar subjects like winning the big game or losing an important election.
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
9.

Humor is extremely tough to pull off in a college essay.
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
10.

You should let your friends proofread your essay.
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False