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Monday, November 26, 2012

Essay Test, Dangerous Laughter



This is an essay I have used in workshops for many years.

Questions:

When you read this essay did you laugh?

Why?

If you did laugh, What does this say about you, given that this college essay describes the death of a loved one?

Do you think this is the 'voice' the author usually uses with his friends?

If this student had high grades, a strong academic program, and strong school support should this essay be a significant factor i the admission decision?

If this student came from a very low income household and this is the first person to go off to college, would this information change how you might evaluate this essay? Why or why not?


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