<p>I have read some of the tips that Princeton Reviews says to use on the ESSAY, however those tips contradict what the cb says about writting the essay. I got a 9 on my last essay and would like to try and get a higher score. So, I was wondering if those that scored an 11 or 12 could outline what they did to write a successful essay. Any thoughts would be greatly appreciated.</p>
<p>bummmmmmmmmmmmmmp</p>
<p>Is anybody out there?</p>
<p>Apparently not. I would also like to hear some tips from the high-scoring essay writers.</p>
<p>I went from a 9 to an 11 (from March to May). I did basically the same thing both times, except I wrote a better introduction. My intro brought in the quote and outlined the three body paragraphs. My first body paragraph detailed a literary example, the second a historical example, and the last a broader modern example. I skipped the recommended "my own experiences" example because I think that's what killed me on the first essay.</p>
<p>Good luck!</p>
<p>bump........</p>
<p>I got a 12 on my essay (only took the test once) - an 800 on writing altogether, though I can't say as much for my reading and math scores ><</p>
<p>I recommend:
1) LENGTH. Use alll the space if possible, but leave like one line so it looks like you're done and sufficiently planned.
2) Intro: make it clear that you know what you're saying
3) 3 body paragraphs - one personal, one historical, one literary example
4) Conclusion: ummm. Make sure it exists.
5) You can make up facts if you want! They're not supposed to take off for it. Or extreme grammar or spelling mistakes =\
6) Legible handwriting is a plus.</p>
<p>That's all I have for you.</p>