Telling StoriesCulminating Task

Write an original narrative that presents an interesting story from your life, your imagination, current events, or history. Choose from one of the following genres to structure your narrative:

• Option 1: Personal Narrative or Memoir: Recall an experience that was important in your life. Tell the story of that experience and its meaning to you so that it comes to life for your readers.

• Option 2: Original Story or Folk Tale: Combine your experiences and imagination with the art and craft of storytelling to tell a fictional story that is entertaining and meaningful.

• Option 3: Nonfiction or Historical Narrative: Identify a contemporary or historical event or character and use new-journalism narrative techniques to tell the story of the event or character in an original and engaging way.

When writing your narrative, be sure to do the following:

• Use an effective structure.

• Use an effective narrative point of view and voice.

• Use descriptive details, sensory language, and dialogue.

• Use correct and effective language, syntax, and mechanics.