…have a classmate who always answers first.
HAVE A CLASSMATE WHO ALWAYS ANSWERS FIRST.
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You know the moment. The professor poses a question, often one that requires synthesizing dense readings and perhaps a dash of critical theory. Your brain gears start grinding. You’ve done the work, you’ve got the insights bubbling up, you’re just formulating the perfect, nuanced response. Then, before your mental sentence is even complete, before your hand has even considered its ascent, there it is. That singular, unwavering hand, already extended, poised. And then they speak.
It’s always crisp, articulate, perfectly reasoned. Often, it’s exactly what you were thinking, but delivered with an intellectual alacrity that feels almost unfair. Sometimes, it’s an angle you hadn't even considered, a brilliant twist that makes the entire class pause and nod. That simultaneous rush of "Aha!" and "Drat, they got there first!" It’s a core memory of lecture halls and intimate seminars, isn’t? The competitive yet incredibly stimulating environment where every thought feels like a race.
This isn’t just about being fast; it’s about navigating the intellectual intensity that defines an Ivy education. It’s about that unique dynamic of being surrounded by brilliant minds, each vying to contribute, to elevate the conversation. These classmates, whether we admit it or not, push us. They sharpen our own thinking, force us to consider perspectives beyond our initial grasp, and undeniably contribute to the richness of the academic journey. So, next time you see that hand shoot up, remember: you’re part of a grand tradition.
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