In chapter 6, the book breaks down what it is to create a narrative essay. The text state that a narrative essay should recount an event which should change the readers personal opinion about someone or something. These events can include dialog of individuals or personal memories and events, but must answer the "who, what, where, when, and why?" The chapter continues with the importance of past/present tense and transition worlds, in conjunction with organizational methods and critical analysis techniques, to create a more effective essay.
The text book stresses the use of personal experiences, both humorous and tragic, to help establish entertainment value to the reader, as well as, project the writers feelings through strong descriptive details. Including these experiences in an essay also creates a "cause and effect" to further perpetuate the writers narrative.(Sally got gun in her hair so she had to got a hair cut).
All essays need supporting details so a narrative is no different. The chapter explains that the supporting details in a narrative essay are the "who, what, where, when, and why", all of which should come from a personal event or experience. The use of dialog between subjects can enhance a readers immersion but be aware of tense shifts (go, going, gone).
The chapter goes on to articulate the subtle importance of organization and how critically thinking about one's essay can improve its reading value. Analyzing the essay for fiction or consistency, determining the writers intent, and if the essay is even entertaining are all critical questions a writer should ask themselves.
Overall, chapter 6 was not only successful in relaying the importance of a narrative essay but also explained the methods to create a truly entertaining and informative story.
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