📚 Part 1: Understanding Story Structure

1. What are the three main parts of a personal narrative?

Hook, middle, reflection

Beginning, middle, end

Introduction, body, conclusion

Setting, problem, solution

2. Which of these would be found in the BEGINNING of a personal narrative? (Check all that apply)

A hook to grab the reader's attention

Setting the scene

The main events of the story

Introducing characters

The lesson learned

3. What is the main purpose of a hook in a personal narrative?

To tell the whole story quickly

To grab the reader's attention and make them want to keep reading

To explain what happened at the end

To describe all the characters

4. Which type of hook uses vivid details to paint a picture in the reader's mind?

Question hook

Action hook

Dialogue hook

Descriptive hook

✏️ Part 2: Analyzing Structure

5. Read this opening: "Have you ever been so scared that your heart felt like it might jump out of your chest?" What type of hook is this?

This is a _________________ hook.

6. Fill in the blanks about narrative structure:

The _____________ introduces the story and grabs attention.

The _____________ contains the main events and builds tension.

The _____________ shows the resolution and reflection.

7. Explain why having a clear structure is important in a personal narrative.

8. Write your own hook for a personal narrative about a memorable day. Choose one type: question, action, dialogue, or descriptive.

9. Now write 2-3 sentences that set the scene for your story. Include sensory details to help readers visualize the setting.

10. What type of hook did you choose and why do you think it will be effective for your story?