Personal Narrative Writing Quiz

What is the main focus when writing a personal narrative?

• Writing about fictional characters

• Describing a broad range of events

• Summarizing a long period of time

• Focusing on small, detailed moments

During the drafting stage, what should writers prioritize?

• Revising and editing

• Writing quickly and capturing ideas

• Using complex vocabulary

• Perfect spelling and grammar

What is the 'watermelon seed' concept in personal narratives?

• A large event that overshadows small details

• A small moment that is expanded into a detailed scene

• A summary of the entire narrative

• A fictional element added to the story

In the example narrative, what was the first scene about?

• Driving to the canyon

• Running from flies

• Hiking in Palo Duro Canyon

• Setting up a picnic

What detail helps the reader visualize the hiking scene?

• The taste of the picnic food

• The smell of flowers

• The red dirt and white veins of gypsum

• The sound of birds

What should writers remember about the sun in the hiking scene?

• The sun set early

• It was raining heavily

• The sun was relentless and hot

• It was cloudy and cool

What should writers do to make their scenes vivid?

• Describe what they heard, saw, and felt

• Include only dialogue

• Use only adjectives

• Focus on one sense only

Why is it important to plan out scenes in a narrative?

• To avoid using too many details

• To make the narrative longer

• To help the reader visualize and understand the story

• To ensure the story is told in a summary

What is the benefit of using sticky notes in planning?

• They are used to decorate the notebook

• They are used for final editing

• They replace the need for a draft

• They help in organizing scenes and details

What is the purpose of expanding small moments in narratives?

• To provide a detailed and engaging experience

• To shorten the narrative

• To confuse the reader

• To make the story more complex