Writing a Personal Narrative that Expresses Your Identity
Question 10 • SS-English Language Arts 7
Read this example.Cherise is given this writing prompt in class:Write a personal narrative essay that describes a significant experience at school that has shaped your identity. Cherise decides that she is going to write a narrative essay that describes how her experience trying out for the cheerleading squad has helped her overcome her shyness and be comfortable in front of an audience.
Answer
A
Cherise’s topic is acceptable, but it is not in the correct format.
B
Cherise’s topic is not acceptable, because trying out for cheerleading is not a significant school experience.
C
Cherise’s topic is not acceptable, because it is not from her own experience.
D
Cherise’s topic and format are both acceptable, because they carefully follow the prompt.