the short-answer question...turning this in soon, so any help appreciated!

Applying to College Common and Coalition Application
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<p>So, you know the 150-word-limit question, asking you to elaborate on one of your activities?</p>

<p>Well, are they looking for details about your specific duties and contributions in this activity, or something more general? For example, I wrote about how high school journalism improved my confidence and social skills. I didn't mention my position as an editor or my specific column contributions, although the editor part shows up in the extracurricular section.</p>

<p>The teachers that I have had look at the essay really like it, but I'm worried that it's not what they're looking for. </p>

<p>What do you think?</p>

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<p>I believe either is fine.</p>

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<p>Thank you. :)</p>

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<p>When they give you instructions on the Common App, they don't expect you to infer anything from them.</p>