Imagine that you have decided to apply for a job. As part of the job application, you have been asked to identify one thing that you do particularly well and to write an essay convincing the employer to hire you based on this special talent.

Write an essay identifying your special skill and convincing the employer to hire you based on your special skill.

As you write, remember your story will be scored based on how well you:

 

• develop a multi-paragraph response to the assigned topic that clearly communicates your thesis to the audience.
• support your thesis with meaningful reasons and sufficient details.
• address the readers' concerns, opposing viewpoint, or counterarguments.
• organize your essay in a clear and logical manner, including an introduction, body, and conclusion.
• use well-structured sentences and language that are appropriate for your audience.
• edit your work to conform to the conventions of standard American English.