personal narratives
what is a personal narratives
compares two things using like or as.
simile or metaphor?
simile
what are verbs?
action words
Name one part of a good paragraph.
One part of a good paragraph is a topic sentence
What is smell?
is this a simile: The shirt is as green as grass
simile
What vital verb could you use instead of threw?
tossed
How many sentences should a good paragraph typically have?
3-5 sentences
what person are personal narratives written in
First Person
is this a metaphor: My mouth was a fireball after eating takisgue
metaphor
Why is it important to have supporting details in a paragraph?
Supporting details back up the main idea and provide examples or explanations.
Give an example of a personal experience you might write about?
An example could be a memorable vacation, a birthday party, or a challenging day at school.
why is it important to us vital verbs?
vital verbs make writing more interesting and help the reader visualize the action
In a personal narrative, what should you include to show how you felt?
You should include your thoughts and feelings to show how you felt.
why do writers use similes and metaphors in their writing.
Writers use similes and metaphors to create vivid images and make their writing more engaging
Change the sentence "The dog ran." to use a vital verb.
"The dog dashed."
describe how you would organize a paragraph about your favorite animal.
You would organize it by starting with a topic sentence, adding details about its habitat, diet, and interesting facts, and concluding with a summary of why you love it.