Essay Questions

What is your most memorable childhood experience?My family took a road trip to the Grand Canyon. It was a long trip, but I enjoyed the quality time with my family. We would dine out more often on road trips, my parents told stories in the car, and we would occasionally see small tornadoes on the side of the freeways.
What immediate family member do you closely identify with and why?I identify most with my brother because he's always there for me. When we were younger, he would walk with me to and from school, cook for me, play video games, and help me study for school.
What character traits do you admire in an individual?Honesty is the foundation of all relationships. With honesty comes accountability, which makes a person more trustworthy.
What is the funniest thing ever to happen to you?It would have to be the time I tripped over my own shoelace. Was a bit embarrassed but quickly got up and shook it off. My friends had a good laugh over it.
If time and money were not an issue, where would you travel and why?I would travel to Europe because I haven't been there yet. I want to sightsee, try European food dishes and explore their culture, and to explore other cities and architectures.
When and if you ever have children, what would you like to pass on to them?I want to instill good values: respect and self-respect, integrity, perseverance, and accountability. I learned these things as a child, and these values are important to overcome challenges and be accountable for one's own actions.