So I'm a freshman who missed the first class of English 291 and had to deal with the loss and funeral of a loved one over the weekend. Now I have two days to write the paper and absolutely no idea how to do it. I know he wants a diagnostic essay but honestly I have no idea what that means. I'm pretty much at my wits end here and I could really really use some help. If anyone has any info about what's expected I'd be incredibly grateful.

Please please help me.