Question

a strong narrative essay...

• is written about a significant event
• is written in sequential order using transitional phrases to show sequence of events
• is written using a consistent grammar tense
• is written using a consistent point of view (1st person, 3rd person, etc.)
• is written using descriptive language
• is written using subjectivity (personal opinions and beliefs)

which of the following is most likely to be an excerpt from a narrative essay?
my first day of school was the best day of my life. i completed an amazing science experiment.
statistics show that most optimistic people live longer, healthier lives than their counterparts.
the second step in driving a car is learning the difference between the brakes and the accelerator.

Explanation:

A narrative essay tells a story. The first option "My first day of school was the best day of my life. I completed an amazing science experiment." is a personal story (first - person point of view) about a significant event (first day of school) and uses descriptive language ("amazing"). The second option is more of an informative statement (using statistics) which is more likely from an expository or persuasive essay. The third option is instructional (telling steps), which is more like a how - to or procedural text.

Answer:

My first day of school was the best day of my life. I completed an amazing science experiment.