<p>Hey,</p>
<p>so as I gave my common app prompt 5 essay for feedback, I have been told that it is often difficult to describe a transition into adulthood with just one event. Is it a good idea to talk about more than one event of would that look like I am going off topic or being rebellious.</p>
<p>p.s) some of their suggestions were like "i find it hard to describe my transition with just one event, therefore without blank , blank , and blank I would ....."</p>
<p>Is this appropriate?</p>
<p>From collegeapps.about.com:</p>
<p>“I’m not a fan of the way this prompt is worded for it suggests that a single event or accomplishment can be so transformative that one becomes an adult overnight. Maturity comes as the result of a long train of events and accomplishments (and failures). That said, this prompt is an excellent choice if you want to explore a single event or achievement that marked a clear milestone in your personal development. Be careful to avoid the “hero” essay – admissions offices are often overrun with essays about the season-winning touchdown or brilliant performance in the school play. These can certainly be fine topics for an essay, but make sure your essay is analyzing your personal growth process, not bragging about an accomplishment.”</p>
<p>I would choose some sort of event that stands out and is the most important to you rather than split your essay into parts</p>