Harvard University

Nothing. Staring into the eyes of my scene partner, I frantically beat against the black curtain that had suddenly closed over my brain. “But the possibility for a cure was left open!” my partner repeats, wide- eyed and panicked. Nothing. The seconds seem like hours. This mistake is crucial. This mistake is devastating. Once again: “The possibility for a cure was left open ….” Nothing. Nothing can ruin everything. Here, at the national competition of National History Day, my group is up against historical performances from 49 other states and several countries. And my failure can put an end…