text: An assignment over the summer is most likely not a very popular means of preparation for the students; however, it is necessary in a high-level course, so that the students may learn the pace, content, and expectations of the course, as well as receive an introduction to the instructor. The prompt written by the instructor should be thorough, detailing what the students must accomplish, and what they must pay attention to in order to score well on the assignment. The instructions for the assignment are nothing less than imperative. A thoroughly-written prompt is extremely helpful to the student, in that they can make sure every expectation is clear and fulfilled to its greatest extent.