Writing Workshop: Narrative Writing Answers

Carter is writing a personal narrative about interning at the local newspaper. Read his outline below. 1. Introduction: Introduce how my first internship changed my life A. My internship at the Corbin Times helped me realize that I wanted to major in journalism and one day be a newspaper reporter. 2. Beginning: On my first day, I walked into the offices of the Corbin Times and had no idea what to expect. A. I was a little shy and nervous to talk to anyone. B. I was assigned to the archive department to help with a filing project.3. Middle: After about two weeks, my supervisor, Ms. Banks, started assigning me more meaningful and exciting work. A. I started helping reporters research and fact check. B. I was allowed to observe a reporter as she interviewed the mayor. 4. End: I realized that I wanted to be a journalist. A. I really enjoyed assisting the reporters, and I thought that I may be able to do what they do one day. B. I felt like I was providing a service to my community. 5. Conclusion: I decided to study journalism in college. A. I’m forever grateful to Ms. Banks and everyone at the Corbin Times for introducing me to my chosen profession.Which term best describes the underlined sentence in the outline?

Read the introduction to Cora’s personal narrative, “Apple Picking.”Have you ever ______ homemade apple pie? I have, and it was the most delicious piece of food I’ve ever tasted. Last summer, I ______ an orchard with my cousins. Which words correctly fill in the blanks?

Look at the brainstorming web. This brainstorming web is helping the writer

Paolo is writing a personal narrative about how he overcame his fear of heights by riding a roller coaster. He is working on his thesis statement. Which of the following sentences would be the best thesis statement?

Carmen is writing a personal narrative about volunteering at the community center. She has listed the important parts of her story.– Decided to volunteer at the community center– Taught an art class to first- and second-graders– Asked Janet to help me think of ideas for projects– Used clay and finger paints– Made recycled-bottle masks– Worked with kids who were messy and sometimes hard to deal with– Thought it was rewarding and fun to help people– Had an unforgettable experience Which part should Carmen include in the introduction section of her outline as part of her thesis?

Read the first two sentences of Mina’s personal narrative, “My First Tryout.”When I was in ninth grade, I ______ out for the lacrosse team, even though I had never played before. My older sister had been a star goalie when she was my age, and I ______ to follow in her footsteps. Which words correctly fill in the blanks?

Read the introduction to Joel’s personal narrative, “The Jazz Band.”I ______ for the school jazz band my freshman year, my sophomore year, and my junior year. I didn’t make it until I was a senior. That’s four tryouts! I ______ four nerve-racking tryouts, but it was worth it.Which words correctly fill in the blanks?