Narrative Essay
Write a 500 to 750 word essay using narration as the chief method of development.
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Writing Assignment
Purpose: to inform
Method of Development: narration
For topics, see the list at the end of Chapter 4, Narration, in The Longman Reader. Choose one, or notify me through Messages if you have a topic of your own that you would prefer to use.
Reminders
- Brainstorm for topics.
- Organize your ideas.
- Check the syllabus for due dates.
Topics has to be one of the following.
- An emergency that brought out the best or worst in you
- The hazards of taking children out to eat
- An incident that made you believe in fate
- Your best or worst day at school or work
- An important learning experience
- A narrow escape
- Your first date or first day on the job
- A memorable childhood experience
- An unpleasant confrontation
- An imaging meeting with a historical figure