College Application Essay Writing

College Application Essay Writing

Assessment

Interactive Video

English

9th - 12th Grade

Hard

Created by

Nancy Jackson

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10 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why might the college application essay be less crucial for a student with a 4.0 GPA and high SAT scores?

They have no extracurricular activities.

The college has already decided to admit them.

They are not applying to competitive schools.

Their essay is the only factor considered.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main purpose of the college application essay for students in the middle range?

To explain their family background.

To list their extracurricular activities.

To differentiate themselves from other applicants.

To showcase their test scores.

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the best piece of advice given for starting the college application essay?

Use complex vocabulary to impress.

Write only one draft to save time.

Focus solely on academic achievements.

Start early to allow for thorough revisions.

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does 'voice' in an essay primarily refer to?

The use of metaphors and similes.

The writer's personality and emotional commitment.

The length of the essay.

The number of personal pronouns used.

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why should you avoid overusing a thesaurus in your essay?

It can make you sound less intelligent.

It makes the essay too long.

It is against the essay rules.

It impresses the admissions officers.

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the role of metaphors and similes in an essay?

To replace simple words.

To make the essay longer.

To add flavor and interest to the writing.

To confuse the reader.

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What should you do after checking your essay for errors?

Add more complex words.

Rewrite it from scratch.

Submit it immediately.

Have someone else review it.

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