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Academic Olympiad
Test your knowledge across Mathematics, Science, General Knowledge, Logical Reasoning & Essay Writing
Essay Writing Competition
Express Your Thoughts • Showcase Creativity • Win Recognition
Essay Writing Challenge Details
Competition Rules
- Duration: 1 hour (60 minutes)
- Word limit: 250-300 words
- Topic based on pre-selected books
- Handwritten essays only
- Original work required (no plagiarism)
What You Need
- Understanding of themes and characters
- Good command of English language
- Creative and analytical thinking
- Proper essay writing structure knowledge
Important Notes:
- • Essay topic will be revealed only on the day of competition
- • Essays will be evaluated by experienced literature teachers and writers
- • Winners will be announced within one week of the competition
Evaluation Criteria
Understanding how your essay will be judged helps you focus on key areas
Content & Ideas30%
Originality of ideas, depth of understanding, relevance to topic
Tips to Excel:
- Develop unique perspectives on the given topic
- Show deep understanding of the book's themes
- Connect ideas to real-world examples
- Demonstrate critical thinking
Language & Grammar25%
Vocabulary usage, sentence structure, grammatical accuracy
Tips to Excel:
- Use varied and appropriate vocabulary
- Maintain proper sentence structure
- Ensure grammatical accuracy
- Avoid repetitive language patterns
Structure & Organization25%
Logical flow, paragraph structure, introduction and conclusion
Tips to Excel:
- Create a compelling introduction
- Maintain logical paragraph progression
- Use smooth transitions between ideas
- End with a strong conclusion
Creativity & Originality20%
Unique approach, creative expression, innovative thinking
Tips to Excel:
- Present fresh perspectives
- Use creative literary devices
- Show innovative thinking
- Demonstrate personal voice
Writing Tips & Strategies
Expert advice to help you write compelling and well-structured essays
Planning
- Read the topic carefully and understand what's being asked
- Spend 5-10 minutes planning your essay structure
- Create a brief outline with main points
- Identify relevant examples from the books
Writing
- Start with an engaging introduction that hooks the reader
- Use topic sentences to begin each paragraph
- Support your arguments with specific examples from the books
- Maintain a consistent tone throughout
Language
- Use varied sentence structures (simple, compound, complex)
- Choose precise and impactful vocabulary
- Avoid repetition of words and phrases
- Use literary devices like metaphors and similes appropriately
Conclusion
- Summarize your main arguments effectively
- End with a thought-provoking statement
- Connect back to your introduction
- Leave the reader with something to ponder