What would you do with a free afternoon tomorrow?

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<p>I answered:
I would visit my grandmother, whom I love dearly and haven't seen in a while, and simply enjoy her company while she knits and I read a book of my choice.</p>

<p>I really do not know what to say. This, for me, would be an ideal afternoon tomorrow. Is it too plain? Should I be more creative?</p>

2

<p>Anything you write is okay if it comes from your heart. I think your response is wonderful, but I would not post your other short takes, as it just invites plagiarism.</p>

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<p>These questions are meant to give an insight into your life, not give you an opportunity to brag or anything like that. If you wouldn’t pick up a physics textbook or teach yourself a new language tomorrow, then don’t pretend you would! I answered mine similarly to this (essentially spending time with my family). Best of luck!</p>

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<p>I honestly don’t think any admissions decision has ever been made with this question as even a component of the reasoning-- but it helps them get a context of your life, who you are, what you do etc which helps when they read your essays. So I don’t think it matters, just do whatever feels right to you.</p>

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<p>Give an honest truthful answer, but don’t be boring. Remember to stand out is key.</p>

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<p>Imrenj, my D was an SCEA admit a few years ago, and her answer to this question didn’t make her seem so extraordinary. She answered quite truthfully that, if she suddenly were to find herself with a rare free afternoon, especially after weeks of much busyness, she’d rest and watch some science fiction shows. I think it’s the rest of the application that makes one stand out.</p>

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<p>OP’s answer is perfectly fine, in my opinion. Here, however, are some things you shouldn’t write:

  1. What’s a free afternoon?
  2. Take the SAT for the seventh time.
  3. Work on my Harvard application.</p>
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<p>^ lol 10char</p>

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<p>I feel that thinking about trying to stand out serves no purpose but to confuse you further. sit quietly, reflect, and answer truthfully and personally. </p>

<p>(this was more to reassure myself than to help brazilian01–good luck by the way)</p>

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<p>I did the same sort of response- but it shows that you’re thoughtful, care about family, and are content to not always be achieving huge things.</p>