Prompt: Write an essay establishing that you are an optimistic (or pessimistic) person. Use examples to support your case.

Page requirement: 3 FULL PAGES MINIMUM, NOT TWO-AND-A-HALF OR TWO AND THREE QUARTERS.
It must have a clear and concise argument at the end of the introduction.
The body paragraphs must have a minimum of three clear examples in each body paragraph. You are required to use signal phrases before your examples.
The examples must be clearly identifiable and full of detail.
An essay that fails to meet the page requirement will be lowered one letter grade.
There is no Works Cited required for this essay.