You know about the structure of the personal essay and the topics that are good candidates for this type of essay. Now follow the directions below to write a personal essay.

Think back over the past few years. Select one event that was significant in your life. Write a personal essay of two to three

pages about that event. Your essay should focus on these questions:

• Why was the event significant to your life?

• What did you learn from the event?

Your essay should include an introduction, body, and conclusion. It should use a particular organization style, such as

chronological order, spatial order, or cause and effect.