<p>What kind of format do the critics look for? Also, is it okay to quote and cite from the small paragraph that is given? Thanks.</p>
<p>Standard essay format is great - intro, two-three body paragraphs, conclusion. I absolutely recommend that you DON’T quote the quote! The readers want to read what YOU write, and using the prompt only wastes time and space. I also find it just plain boring - the readers are reading hundreds of these things, and they don’t want to read that stuff over and over. Good luck!</p>