How did you feel when you heard that you were the finalist for the National Merit Scholarship? I was happy and proud of the achievement when I heard I was a finalist. What are some characteristics...

How did you feel when you heard that you were the finalist for the National Merit Scholarship? Excited because my brother was also a finalist, and I wasn't about to let him hold that over me. ...

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How did you feel when you heard that you were the finalist for the National Merit Scholarship? It was a welcome surprise, to be honest. I'd completely forgotten about it since I'm busy with other...

How did you feel when you heard that you were the finalist for the National Merit Scholarship? I was happy and somewhat relieved. I knew I would probably become a finalist, but I still worried...

How did you feel when you heard that you were the finalist for the National Merit Scholarship? I didn't feel that excited because most National Merit Semifinalists will become Finalists.  ...

How did you feel when you heard that you were the finalist for the National Merit Scholarship? I was pretty excited. I didn't expect it, to be honest. What are some characteristics you believe...

How did you feel when you heard that you were the finalist for the National Merit Scholarship? I was excited, but more so when I was first identified as a semifinalist. It was cool to sit in a...

How did you feel when you heard that you were the finalist for the National Merit Scholarship? I was really happy. It felt like my hard work paid off. What are some characteristics you believe...

How did you feel when you heard that you were the finalist for the National Merit Scholarship? I was excited to hear that I had advanced to the next level. It was fun to tell my story and be able...