Review for You: Writing Personal Narratives

Mr. Griot introduces personal narratives, explaining their characteristics and importance. He guides students through planning, organizing, and writing a personal narrative using his trip to Boston as an example. The process includes using graphic organizers and sequence charts. Finally, he discusses evaluating and revising the narrative with a rubric, emphasizing the importance of sensory details and first-person perspective.

What is a key characteristic of a personal narrative?

• It is written in the third person.

• It uses complex scientific terms.

• It includes fictional events.

• It is written in chronological order.

Which graphic organizer was used to plan the personal narrative?

• A5 WS Chart

• Flowchart

• Venn Diagram

• Mind Map

What was the main reason for the trip to Boston?

• To explore new cuisines

• To visit family

• To attend a music concert

• To learn about American Revolution history

Which sensory detail was mentioned in the narrative about the Old North Church?

• The sight of fireworks

• The taste of local food

• The smell of candle wax

• The sound of bells

What is the purpose of using a rubric in revising a personal narrative?

• To change the narrative to third person

• To make the narrative longer

• To ensure all important parts are included

• To add more fictional elements

What was the title chosen for the personal narrative?

• Revolutionary Tales

• A Day of History

• Boston Adventures

• Historical Journey

What was the final step in completing the personal narrative?

• Adding more events

• Changing the topic

• Writing in cursive

• Proofreading and editing