The diagnostic essay allows me to see how much you know about writing an essay at the
beginning oftlie semester. This essay will not be formally graded. but you will be given
credit for coinpletin g the assignment.
The Assignment
Read William Zinsser’s College Pressures. Summarize the author’s main point and
ex l vhat you believe is his main idea. Tlggprovide your own opinion about what
you believe is the greatest pressure and your reasons for why you believe this to be true.
Your short essay should be aroun<@paragraphs in length, and it should aim to convey
your idea and not just summarize Zinsser.
This assignment is due via Dropbox. I will ALSO accept paper copies of this assignment
since we’re ettin our bearin s this week. If ou have submitted this via dro box, on
3 8 8 Y P 3′
lo NOT need hand in a paper copy of your work.
Note: If you’re trying to add this class, you will not be able to access D2L. However,
ou should keep up with all coursework and bring a printed copy of your work to class.
ccess D2L @ desire2learn.4cd.edu. Instructions for logging in will be provided at
>gin site. o