I like this thread a lot. Instead of thinking of "succinct" I often think of
brevity. I appreciate brevity so much that, sometimes, I order my coffee by saying, "Medium regular!" even though I actually would prefer milk instead of cream.
is there any advice you have on writing prompts that involve usage of a quote?
It is a challenge to see if you understand the quote. Look online, see what others have said, and make sure your essay contributes meaningfully to the discourse that is happening.