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　Sample Essays

Complete Essay

• Sample 1
  

Introduction

• Sample 1
  
• Sample 2
  
• Sample 3
  
• Sample 4
  

Career Plans

Introduction Paragraphs: Sample 3

　　An old Chinese proverb says "The whole world can be seen in a single grain of sand." Now, through advances in solid-state electronics that allow for the creation of millions of fascinating devices, such as resistors, capacitors, and transistors to be produced within increasingly minute spaces, whole worlds can be created in a grain of sand. After having immersed myself in extensive studies in both physics and electrical engineering at National ABC University, I have decided to pursue advanced studies in solid-state electronics. I am particularly interested in submicron technology, the design and production of DRAM, light-emitting diodes, and the design and production of semiconductor lasers and decoders.

Comment:
　　A generally solid introduction paragraph. The author quickly focuses in on his specific interests. Note how he defines the particular fields of solid-state electronics that he is interested in. This type of focus is characteristic of well-written first paragraphs.