<p>On the Princeton supplement, an essay prompt is:</p>
<p>Using one of the quotations below as a jumping off point, tell us about an event or experience that helped you define one of your values.</p>
<p>What exactly do they mean by a "value"? I wrote an essay about overcoming a setback, learning about the importance of continuous struggle and always looking for opportunities. This experience shaped how I approach many other things in my life. Would this essay about perseverance and optimism/spirit answer this prompt?</p>