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What action does the narrator take to start the car?
What action does the narrator take to start the car?
- Turns the ignition key while praying (correct)
- Pulls a lever to engage the starter
- Shakes the steering wheel to get a response
- Pushes a button to ignite the engine
What sounds accompany the car starting?
What sounds accompany the car starting?
- A smooth revving noise
- A rattling noise from the engine
- A mixture of static and music from the radio (correct)
- A honking horn from another vehicle
How does the narrator feel about their position in the car relative to others in the parking lot?
How does the narrator feel about their position in the car relative to others in the parking lot?
- Proud to be in an older car
- Happy to have more freedom
- Embarrassed and trying to hide (correct)
- Indifferent about their situation
What emotion does the narrator express when starting the car?
What emotion does the narrator express when starting the car?
What aspect of the car's condition is highlighted in the passage?
What aspect of the car's condition is highlighted in the passage?
What reaction did the girl experience after kissing J. Austin?
What reaction did the girl experience after kissing J. Austin?
What did the daughter do with the marshmallow after successfully roasting it?
What did the daughter do with the marshmallow after successfully roasting it?
How did Mark assist Cherie during the Special Olympics?
How did Mark assist Cherie during the Special Olympics?
What did the granddaughter think about her grandfather's truck?
What did the granddaughter think about her grandfather's truck?
What did Cherie do as she approached the finish line?
What did Cherie do as she approached the finish line?
During the painting incident, where was the granddaughter when her grandfather approached?
During the painting incident, where was the granddaughter when her grandfather approached?
What emotional response did the girl anticipate from other girls regarding J. Austin?
What emotional response did the girl anticipate from other girls regarding J. Austin?
What issue did the daughter face while attempting to roast the marshmallow?
What issue did the daughter face while attempting to roast the marshmallow?
What is the main purpose of writing a memoir?
What is the main purpose of writing a memoir?
Which of the following elements is NOT typically included in a memoir?
Which of the following elements is NOT typically included in a memoir?
What constitutes a 'small moment' in the context of memoir writing?
What constitutes a 'small moment' in the context of memoir writing?
Why is writing a memoir limited to 100 words beneficial?
Why is writing a memoir limited to 100 words beneficial?
Which of the following best describes the style of writing typical in memoirs?
Which of the following best describes the style of writing typical in memoirs?
What is a key characteristic of memoirs regarding facts?
What is a key characteristic of memoirs regarding facts?
In memoir writing, what can enhance the impact of a small moment?
In memoir writing, what can enhance the impact of a small moment?
What type of moment is highlighted in Rachel's exemplar of a memoir?
What type of moment is highlighted in Rachel's exemplar of a memoir?
What did the child dress up as to attract butterflies?
What did the child dress up as to attract butterflies?
What item did the narrator present to the neighborhood kid?
What item did the narrator present to the neighborhood kid?
How did the narrator feel when starting the truck?
How did the narrator feel when starting the truck?
What does the narrator mean by 'At least I’m not one of them'?
What does the narrator mean by 'At least I’m not one of them'?
What sound did the truck make when first put into reverse?
What sound did the truck make when first put into reverse?
What action did the narrator take to let some air in the truck?
What action did the narrator take to let some air in the truck?
What consistent element appears in all drafts of the described scene?
What consistent element appears in all drafts of the described scene?
What characteristic describes the narrator's feelings towards the other students?
What characteristic describes the narrator's feelings towards the other students?
Study Notes
Definition of Memoir
- A memoir is a personal narrative focusing on significant life events from the author's perspective.
- Authors emphasize their feelings and interpretations while recounting factual events.
- A lesson or theme must be included as a core element of the memoir.
Small Moments
- Small moments reflect pivotal life experiences and themes.
- Example structure:
- Big Topic = Playing soccer
- Smaller Topic = My first soccer game
- Small Moment = Scoring the first goal
- Select one small moment for a concise 100-word memoir.
Writing a 100-Word Memoir
- Describe a life moment where a lesson was learned, focusing on sensory details and character thoughts.
- Writing in 100 words encourages revision and prioritization of important incidents.
- Clear theme development is crucial.
Examples of Memoirs
- Melanie: Vivid description of a celebration honoring deceased loved ones, showcasing cultural elements and emotional reflections.
- Rachel: Captures a transcendental moment of climbing a mountain, emphasizing the sense of freedom and personal ownership of the natural world.
- Kissing J Austin: Highlights the awkwardness of a childhood encounter, illustrating themes of embarrassment and peer pressure.
- Fueling the Fire: Portrays a tender moment between a parent and child while roasting marshmallows, emphasizing lessons in guidance and expectations.
- A Very Special Finish: Depicts a supportive relationship during a race, focusing on kindness and inclusion in a competitive environment.
- My Masterpiece: Showcases a child's innocent creativity, highlighting the understanding and openness of an adult's response.
- Tiny Tree: Illustrates a magical moment between two children, enhancing themes of imagination and childhood dreams.
Drafting Process
- First Draft: 165 words, capturing initial impressions and actions without much refinement.
- Second Draft: Reduced to 125 words for clarity, focusing on essential details while maintaining a narrative flow.
- Third Draft: Further tightened to 100 words, retaining key elements and emotional impact.
- Fourth Draft: Enhanced through varied sentence structure, maintaining focus on the old car's characteristics and emotional context.
Improvement Points for Drafts
- Avoid repetitive sentence openings, especially with "I".
- Emphasize the age of the car through descriptions (radio, windows).
- Strive for varied sentence structures to create a more engaging flow.
- Assess the effectiveness of the introduction and its impact on setting the tone.
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Explore the detailed actions and emotions of the narrator in a car scene. This quiz covers the narrator's feelings, sounds accompanying the car starting, and the highlighted condition of the car. Additionally, analyze the reaction of a character after a key interaction.
