Speaking chunks (apply):

  1. Let me expand on that point.

  2. One thing that really captures my imagination is…

  3. My main motivation for pursuing this field is…

  4. I have always had a genuine interest in…

  5. My undergraduate background gave me a solid foundation in…

  6. This experience helped me develop organizational skills.

  7. I wanted my passion for the subject to come through.

  8. I tried to make myself stand out by…