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Reflection On Phi Theta Kappa's Competitive Edge Level One
Out of the three questions offered for Phi Theta Kappa’s Competitive Edge Level One, the second question appealed to me the most. I am a lover of history—particularly the American Revolution and Japanese history—so I was drawn to write about my favorite historical figure. This also hearkens back to one of my essays for the spring scholarship application, which won me a Coca-Cola Leaders of Promise Scholarship. I am happy to share my thoughts on my favorite historical figure one more time.

I mentioned my fascination with the American Revolution; I read extensively about it the summer before I started college. There are many people I admire from that period, but George Washington’s wisdom, foresight and restraint stand him apart from all the
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