What is the first sentence of a personal narrative called?
Hook/Lead
Which word below should be capitalized?
My mom is going on a road trip to different states in june.
June
Define noun
A person, place, or thing.
What did the author of "My Summer of Scooping Ice Cream" want to buy?
A mini-skirt
What is Ms. Christensen's first name?
Jenna
What is it called when characters speak to each other in a personal narrative?
Dialogue
What is wrong with this sentence?
the other day, my friend and I went to Target.
The first letter of the sentence should be capitalized.
Define simile
A comparison that uses like or as
Who did the author of "Fish Cheeks" want to impress?
The minister's son
How many brothers does Ms. Christensen have?
2 brothers
What is the difference between an autobiography and a personal narrative?
A personal narrative focuses on one moment, an autobiography focuses on a whole life.
Which sentence below is correct?
1. My Grandpa is coming over for dinner.
2. Grandpa is coming over for dinner.
Sentence 2
Define onomatopoeia
When a word is spelled to make a noise (boom, crash, etc).
Who is the author of "My Summer of Scooping Ice Cream"?
Shonda Rhimes
What is Ms. Christensen's go-to coffee shop?
Scooter's :)
How many words does your personal narrative have to be?
400 words
What is wrong with this sentence?
Have you ever been to the White house?
The White House should be capitalized.
Define hyperbole
Who is the author of "Fish Cheeks"?
Amy Tan
Which state did Ms. Christensen go to college in?
Minnesota
What should ALWAYS be included in the conclusion of a personal narrative?
A lesson/reflection
Name at least 5 things that should be capitalized.
Teacher discretion.
Define syntax
The way words and ideas are arranged to form well-organized sentences
What is the purpose of reading mentor texts?
To see strong examples of the type of writing that we are working on
Where did Ms. Christensen teach before Sioux City? (City & State)
Harrisburg, South Dakota