Quote by Diane Cilento

I sort of was good at writing essays. I was never very good at mathematics, and I was never very good at algebra. I loved science, but I wasn't sure of it.

I sort of was good at writing essays. I was never very good

Summary

In this quote, the speaker reflects on their academic strengths and weaknesses. They express confidence in their essay-writing skills, acknowledging their proficiency in that area. However, they admit to struggling with mathematics and algebra, implying a lack of aptitude in those subjects. Furthermore, they reveal their passion for science but express uncertainty about their abilities in that field. Overall, the quote highlights the speaker's mixed feelings about their academic competencies in different subjects.

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