Is it really ok to use pop culture on the SAT essay?

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<p>Hey Everyone,</p>

<p>I have gone around asking teachers and people about this questions and I had mixed respones but I need one legit, solid answer and why. I came across a real anecdote from a friend I know who scored a perfect 12 on a practice test taken at a college prep class down here in Texas, graded by a couple of teachers. The topic was something about responsibility and he started out the essay with "With great power comes great responsibility" but he didn't source it from 'Spider-Man'. So does this mean as long as i don't source something from pop culture, its perfectly normal? I would really appreciate if someone can give me some non-convoluted insight on this matter</p>

<p>Thanks</p>

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<p>You can use it, as long as it correctly reflects your thesis, and you give the reader an idea of whatever you are talking about.</p>

<p>Keep in mind, the readers of your essay are mainly, if not allteachers, so proposing evidence from history and literature works tend to work better.</p>

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<p>I used Steve Jobs lol, and I got a 12.</p>