<p>I know this is not the most intelligent question... But are smilies prohibited AT ALL, or can be used if situation fits? I mean, no 100% restrictions?
And is it advisable not to use parentheses in the essay? Heard something like this.</p>
<p>Do NOT use smilies. At all. Period. End of sentence. Use WORDS to convey emotion. </p>
<p>Parentheses are fine if your use of them is grammatically correct.</p>
<p>^ Ok, thanks a lot.</p>