Grade 11

In this effective response to a college-entrance prompt, a student humorously describes his beard, using the occasion to poke fun at himself but also reveal his unique perspective.

This fair personal essay responds to a college-entrance prompt, though its formulaic nature and general support leave it unremarkable for readers.

This poor personal essay responds to a college-entrance prompt. The ideas are largely negative and underdeveloped, which will not encourage the college representative to score the response highly.

This good problem-solution essay argues for renewable, carbon-neutral ethanol fuel to reduce green-house emissions and support energy independence.

This strong problem-solution essay focuses on a renewable and carbon-neutral energy option that could power the future and save the environment.

In this fair problem-solution essay, a student addresses the problem of climate change by suggesting an alternative fuel source.

In this poor problem-solution essay, a student argues for the use of ethanol.

In this persuasive speech for Honors Public Speaking, a student imagines his inauguration as the 49th U.S. President in the middle of the 21st Century.

In this inauguration speech, a student parodies ineffective speech making but as a result creates a less-than-effective piece of rhetoric.

In this poor inauguration speech, a student projects what he will do for his nation.