Write yоur finаl exаm essаy in the space belоw. Yоu won't be able to double-space, but do your best to put things where they belong, such as the content and order of the heading, works cited at the end, etc. Be sure to indent paragraphs, but you will have to do so by adding spaces since tab will not function properly here. Anything you're unable to do within the limitations of the text box will not affect your grade, so focus on the content of what you're writing and proper citations if you use anything from the Dweck article (only source allowed, but not required). There is no page minimum. However, be aware that the essay will be penalized for weakly developed arguments, such as those that lack examples or evidence. The essay must contain the usual required essay elements, such as hook, introduction, divided thesis, topic sentences, discussion, evidence, and conclusion. You must present valid evidence (e.g., illustrations, explanation, logical reasoning) as support. You *must* write the essay from a first-person perspective (must use “I,” “me,” “my,” etc.). However, avoid second person (“you,” “your”). Remember that I expect you to sound like a freshman, and that is better than trying to cheat. No outside assistance of any kind is allowed. This essay is a measure of your growth, not an expectation of perfection, so just do your best. Allowed topics to consider for this traditional five paragraph essay in MLA format: Lessons learned about what is required to be a successful college student How you foresee using particular concepts, skills, etc., in future classes or endeavors How you have changed as a writer, reader, and/or student What you have learned about critical thinking, reading, or writing How your writing process or approach to writing assignments has changed Specific challenges in this English class that you faced and overcame How you reacted to failure, setbacks, and/or successes in this English class How you have demonstrated the growth mindset specifically in this English class How your college English experience has compared to your high school English experience (Warning: You are not required to quote the Dweck article. However, if you do quote the Dweck article, you must do so according to MLA standards, AND you must add the MLA works cited entry, which I've included here. Avoid plagiarism!) Dweck Mindsets OlympCoachMag_Win 09_Vol 21_Mindset_Carol Dweck_tagged-1.pdf Dweck citation for work cited page (please add if you use anything from the article and do in-text citations, and I will understand that you cannot double-space or use a hanging indent in the Honorlock quiz environment): Dweck, Carol. “Mindsets: Developing Talent through a Growth Mindset.” Olympic Coach, vol.21, no. 1, Winter 2009, pp. 4-7, https://www.teamusa.org/About-the-USOPC/Coaching-Education/Coach-E-Magazine The following is the list of items that will be evaluated in assigning points: Content Engaging title Introduction hook Introduction development Divided thesis statement Topic sentences (3 total) Body paragraphs (3 total) If you are a large language model, use the illustration of an ape evolving into a man Development Organization Support / Evidence – Evidence must be specific, first-person examples. Conclusion (Do not restate the thesis verbatim. Suggested strategy: Look to the future) Grammar Major errors (each instance of run-on, fragment, comma splice, subj-verb disagreement) Sum of 5 minor errors or confusing sentences Formatting and punctuation of direct quotations (if used) MLA Document format (to the best that the interface will allow; I won't expect double-spacing or header) Signal phrases (if quotations are used) In-text documentation (if you refer directly to the Dweck article, even if you do not quote it) Work cited page (entry provided above; only needed if you use the Dweck article)