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I was tempted to cheat, but I knew it was wrong. I had studied hard for the exam, but I still felt unprepared. The questions were difficult, and I could see the answers on the student's paper next to me. He was one of the smartest in the class, and he always aced the tests. I wondered if he would notice if I copied some of his answers. Maybe he would even help me out if I asked him.
But then I remembered what my teacher had said before the exam. She said that cheating was not only dishonest but also harmful to our learning. She said we would only cheat ourselves out of the opportunity to improve our skills and knowledge. She said that we should be proud of our own work, and not compare ourselves to others. She said that she trusted us to do our best and that she would help us if we needed it.
I realized that she was right. Cheating would not make me smarter, happier, or more successful. It would only make me feel guilty, ashamed, and insecure. It would also disrespect my teacher, who had worked hard to teach us and prepare us for the exam. And it would betray my friend, who had studied with me and encouraged me.
I decided to resist the temptation to cheat and do the exam on my own. I answered the questions as best as I could and left some blank when I did not know the answer. I hoped that I would pass, but even if I did not, I knew that I had done the right thing. I felt proud of myself and confident in my abilities. I learned that honesty is the best policy and that integrity is more important than grades.