Q4. WRITING A SCHOLARSHIP ESSAY WEBQUEST

What is the first tip for writing a winning scholarship essay?

• Use lots of inspirational quotes

• Adhere to the principles of writing ANY strong essay

• Write in 'text speak' to appear modern

• Start with the conclusion

What should you do if the essay prompt doesn’t seem to have a question in it?

• Write about whatever you want

• Re-frame the essay prompt as a question

• Ignore the prompt

• Use more exclamation points

Which of the following is NOT recommended to include in your scholarship essay?

• Specific examples

• A clear structure

• Inspirational quotes

• A strong opening sentence

What is ethos, as mentioned in the tips for writing a winning scholarship essay?

• Using logic or ration

• Including emojis and photos

• Using emotional appeal

• Establishing your own credibility

What should you do to make your scholarship essay more powerful and convincing?

• Copy and paste from previous winners

• Use as many exclamation points as possible

• Write the entire essay in capital letters

• Appeal to ethos, pathos, and logos

What is the equivalent of 250 words in typed, double-spaced pages?

• Half a page

• 1 page

• 2 pages

• 3 pages

What should you do if you have faced several hardships?

• Write about all of them in detail

• Choose one that you’ve overcome

• Ignore them and write about your achievements

• Focus only on the negative aspects

What is NOT a good practice when writing a scholarship essay?

• Being specific and concise

• Using 'text speak'

• Showing, not just telling

• Being honest

How much time is recommended to spend on the essay writing process before the deadline?

• 1 day

• 2 months

• At least 2 weeks

• 5 hours

What should you avoid doing at the end of your scholarship essay?

• Restating your interest in the scholarship

• Wrapping up your essay neatly

• Bloating your essay with gratitude

• Adding a brief 'thank you'