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   You want your essay to be the one that is passed around the admissions office—or not. It’s a little bit like the difference between being famous and infamous. Here are some basic tips to avoid that infamous essay：    ● Don't write the "safe" essay.

   __36__ It could be something that others have also experienced, But make sure to say how it affected you. Something personal and unique never fails to stand out.

   ● Avoid the generic(概括的)and get specific．

   Never write that you’re “fully-developed” or that “many people have influenced” you. ___37__ Real and specific experience are a lot more convincing than something you copy from the Internet.

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   There is no need to share your participation level (hours per week and weeks per year), because colleges ask for that information on your activity list. It is important for the students to use every opportunity to show who they are and impress the admission office.

   ● Don’t talk about rankings．

   Many students love focusing on the numbers when they are writing their “why this college” essay. They believe they are flattering (討好) the college by saying the reason why they want to attend is that the college is highly ranked in US News & World Report. Obviously schools are aware of their rankings. ___39__

   ● Don't complain.

   If you have gone through difficult circumstances，you should share your story. But don't point fingers. ___40___ A better essay will talk about how you have dealt with and overcome the obstacles you came across． A. This applies to all types of essays. B. Don’t forget about the activity list. C. Pick a topic that only you can write about. D. They want to know why you want to attend． E. It’s important to show patience and determination.

F. Don't repeat information that is elsewhere in your application． G. Tell the reader what you’ve done, how you’ve been influenced, and by whom．

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