Personal Essay Elements Quiz

What is the central theme in a personal essay typically based on?

• A universal truth that anyone can relate to

• A formal argument that needs to be proven

• A fictional story to entertain the reader

• A historical event with significant impact

What is an epiphany in the context of a personal essay?

• A long descriptive passage

• A moment of sudden realization or awareness of the truth

• The introduction of the essay

• The conclusion of the essay

Why is suspense important in a personal essay?

• To keep the reader wanting to know what will happen next

• To provide a detailed description of events

• To argue a point formally

• To present the climax in the first paragraph

What is the climax in a personal narrative?

• The beginning of the story

• A detailed description of the setting

• A climactic event, turning point, or moment of action where the narrative builds

• The point where the main characters are introduced

What is essential for self-honesty in a personal essay?

• Using complex vocabulary

• Revealing sensitive information about others

• Admitting moments of vulnerability or weakness

• Writing in a chronological order

What should the description in a personal essay convey?

• The writer's opinions on various topics

• The sensory images and emotions of the writer's experience

• A chronological list of events

• The moral of the story

What is the purpose of character development in a personal essay?

• To provide historical context

• To make the narrative, especially the writer, seem real and interesting

• To argue against a particular viewpoint

• To describe the setting in detail

How is a personal essay typically organized?

• In reverse chronological order

• Based on the importance of events

• Chronologically, with some form of time usually being the organizational principle

• Randomly, to create suspense