3.1.2 - Constructing and Reconstructing Personal Narratives
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Practice Questions
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Define 'Idiosyncrasy' in your own words.
💡 Hint: Think about what makes you different in your speech.
What is a metaphor?
💡 Hint: Consider how we often compare feelings to objects.
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What does 'Idiosyncrasy' refer to?
💡 Hint: Think of your own unique speech quirks.
True or False: Metaphors are only used in poetry.
💡 Hint: Consider how authors use metaphors in storytelling.
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Write a brief personal narrative using at least three metaphors that illustrate a significant life event. Reflect on how these metaphors shape the understanding of the event.
💡 Hint: Consider how the metaphors align with your feelings about the event.
Analyze a personal essay you admire. Identify the emotional expressions used and discuss how effectively they connect readers with the author's experiences.
💡 Hint: Look at descriptive language, metaphor use, and the pacing of the narrative.
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