12 Strategies to Writing the Perfect College Essay
Authored by Mathias Muschal
English
11th Grade
CCSS covered
Used 14+ times
AI Actions
Add similar questions
Adjust reading levels
Convert to real-world scenario
Translate activity
More...
Content View
Student View
10 questions
Show all answers
1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
15 mins • 1 pt
What is the significance of the college essay in the application process according to the text?
It is more important than ever due to test-blind policies.
It is less important than extracurricular activities.
It is only considered if the grades are low.
It is optional in most colleges.
Tags
CCSS.RI. 9-10.2
CCSS.RI.11-12.2
CCSS.RI.8.2
CCSS.RL.11-12.2
CCSS.RL.9-10.2
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
15 mins • 1 pt
What should be avoided to maintain authenticity in a college essay?
Using simple language
Using overly flowery language
Discussing personal experiences
Being concise
Tags
CCSS.W.11-12.4
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
15 mins • 1 pt
How should a college essay start to grab the reader's attention?
With a detailed description of the writer's hobbies
With a bold statement or thought-provoking question
With a summary of the writer's academic achievements
With a greeting to the admissions committee
Tags
CCSS.W.11-12.3A
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
15 mins • 1 pt
What is a recommended strategy for making a college essay stand out?
Repeating information found elsewhere in the application
Focusing on deeper themes and personal growth
Listing all awards and recognitions
Writing in third person to appear more formal
Tags
CCSS.W.11-12.3
CCSS.W.11-12.4
CCSS.W.11-12.5
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
15 mins • 1 pt
What does 'show, don't tell' mean in the context of writing a college essay?
Write in a mysterious way
Use anecdotes and scenes instead of lists
Avoid giving any specific examples
Only use dialogue
Tags
CCSS.W.11-12.3
CCSS.W.11-12.3B
CCSS.W.11-12.3D
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
15 mins • 1 pt
What should writers do after writing their college essay drafts according to the text?
Share it on social media for feedback
Set it aside for a few days before revising
Translate it into another language to check comprehension
Submit it immediately to colleges
Tags
CCSS.RI.11-12.5
CCSS.RI.9-10.5
CCSS.RI.11-12.3
CCSS.RI.8.5
CCSS.RI.9-10.3
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
15 mins • 1 pt
What is the purpose of reading the essay aloud as mentioned in the text?
To make sure it is entertaining
To memorize the essay
To check for passages that sound awkward
To practice for an oral presentation
Tags
CCSS.RI.11-12.5
CCSS.RI.9-10.5
CCSS.RI.11-12.3
CCSS.RI.8.5
CCSS.RI.9-10.3
Access all questions and much more by creating a free account
Create resources
Host any resource
Get auto-graded reports
Continue with Google
Continue with Email
Continue with Classlink
Continue with Clever
or continue with
Microsoft
%20(1).png)
Apple
Others
Already have an account?
