Average assignment for the elective class you DONT need:

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The video uses a highly relatable 'pain point' format that taps into the shared frustration of college students, making it instantly shareable.

Summary

A creator performs a comedic skit mocking the excessive and expensive requirements of unnecessary elective college classes. He lists various absurdly demanding assignments and costs to highlight the frustration of students.

Structure

1Introduction to the elective class trope
2Listing the research paper requirements
3Adding the discussion board workload
4Mentioning the high textbook cost
5Concluding with an absurd final assignment

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Average assignment for the elective class you DONT need:

Transcript

Don't forget, you have a 10-page research paper due this Sunday at 11:59. Minimum three sources. Oh yeah, and please don't forget to do that discussion board I posted last minute. Minimum 250 words, respond to two classmates, at least 150 words. Oh yeah, that textbook, $250. For this next assignment, please go to your local zoo and then write a dissertation on it. 1,000 words.