<p>Are we supposed to refer directly to the quote in the body of the essay, or simply write about a personal experience, etc? I’m thinking I’m just going to put the quote at the top of the document and then not refer to it, but I’m not sure if that’s the correct approach. Any advice? A response ASAP would be fabulous. :)</p>
<p>The quote really shouldn't be directly addressed in the essay. Instead, the quote should just used as just a stepping stone into a personal experience, thought, etc. Don't worry about "addressing the question."</p>
<p>As for putting the quote at the top of the document, I don't think it really makes a difference, but I did it (and got in early).</p>
<p>For the supplemental for ED, I tried to refer to the quote in the context of my own experiences and opinions, occasionally noting it as I discussed my own political perceptions (I used the Kennedy quote). Like my sn says, I have no idea what the "right" approach is -- I think that's true for most of the self-appointed experts on this site -- but it worked out and seemed like a good way to really express myself while confronting what I think was an intentionally loaded and provocative quote. </p>
<p>Ask an English teacher for solid advice. One'll know a lot more than any applicant.</p>
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<p>I directly quoted it in my essay and got accepted ED, so it's looking like it doesn't matter.</p>
<p>Just make sure you never start the essay with: _________ once said, "......."</p>
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Just make sure you never start the essay with: _________ once said, "......."
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That's advice that holds for pretty much anything you will ever write.</p>
<p>I just looked at my old essay, and I put the quote at the top and referred to it directly in my first sentence and then segued into personal stuff.</p>
<p>I don't think it matters, like others have said. When I applied, I neither put the quote at the top of the page nor addressed it directly in my essay.</p>
<p>Good to know, guys! Thanks very much. I'm pretty sure I'll leave the quote at the top, but I probably won't refer to it directly. :)</p>