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From Better to the Best: Unpacking Comparative and Superlative Adjectives

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on November 26, 2024

Key Takeaways A comparative adjective compares two people or things (i.e. John is taller than Jack.) A superlative adjective compares the extremes of three or more things. (i.e. John is the tallest boy in the class.) To correctly use these forms, add -er for shorter comparative adjectives and -est for shorter superlative adjectives; while using …

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The Power of Simplicity: A Look at Simple Sentences with Examples

By College Raptor StaffPublished on November 26, 2024

Key Takeaway Simple sentences express one clear idea and contain one independent clause (subject + predicate) and no dependent clause(s). An example of a simple sentence is “Adam jumped on his trampoline.” (Adam = subject and jumped on his trampoline = predicate). Every simple sentence must contain a noun/pronoun and a verb but can include …

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How To Write a Thesis Statement (With Examples)

By College Raptor StaffPublished on October 1, 2024

Key Takeaways A thesis statement is the sentence at the end of your introduction. It states your position on your topic and summarizes your overall argument. To write a strong thesis statement, you’ll need to start by phrasing your topic as a question. Then, answer it to get a clear stance and add specific details …

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Do Colleges Look at Attendance? What You Need to Know about Going to Class

By Hilary CairnsPublished on September 9, 2024

Key Takeaway: College Admissions don’t generally look at attendance as a factor in the admissions process unless it has affected GPA. However, attending class regularly and consistently has benefits including the ability to ask questions, building better relationships with teachers, and getting better grades. While you shouldn’t go to class if you’re sick and contagious …

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How Book Subscription Services Can Help Save You Money on College Textbooks

By College Raptor StaffPublished on August 28, 2024

Book subscription services are a type of subscription service created especially for college textbooks. If you have a Netflix subscription, or maybe a Hulu or Disney+ subscription, you have an idea of how these services work. Book services work in a similar manner but instead of entertainment, these services revolve around digital textbooks for college …

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15 Key Pieces of Advice from Parents to Their College Bound Kids

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on August 16, 2024

Key Takeaway: Starting college means starting a new chapter. And in a season filled with a lot of “new,” parents can be a valuable resource for advice, encouragement, and support. As you head off to college, we’ve gathered some advice and encouragement for academics, personal growth, time management, and friendships that we hope you take …

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25 Good Persuasive Speech Topics

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on July 1, 2024

Key Takeaway A good persuasive speech aims to change someone’s mind by making them believe, feel, or do something. When crafting a speech that will engage and captivate your audience, the last thing you want is to be stuck on the first step: choosing the right topic. To help, we’ve put together a list of …

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Essay Guide: How Long is an Essay?

By College Raptor StaffPublished on July 1, 2024

Several factors determine the length of an essay including the type, purpose, and the assignment itself. When you receive an assignment with a specified word count, use it as a guide to plan your essay, ensuring that you cover all necessary points. While the length is important, so is its quality. Whether it’s 500 words …

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27 Argumentative Essays Topics + How to Pick the Right One

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on October 22, 2024

As the name would suggest, an argumentative essay presents an argument. Whatever the topic, your main objective as a writer is to get your reader to believe your position is true. You do this by presenting facts through sources, stats, and quotes. Looking for a topic to write about? This guide will walk you through …

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A Complete Guide to College Fairs

By Hilary CairnsPublished on June 4, 2024

While you can find almost all the information you need about a college right online these days, college fairs still have benefits to offer future students. In this guide, we’ll review exactly what college fairs are, where you can find them, the benefits of attending college fairs, and tips before you decide to attend one! …