18 Questions
What type of recount is presented in the text?
Personal recount
Which verb tense is commonly used in personal recounts?
Past tense
In a personal recount, what is usually included after describing events in time order?
Personal observations or feelings
What is an essential aspect of a personal recount?
Chronological order of events
Which element is NOT typically found in a personal recount?
Historical background information
What distinguishes a personal recount from other types of recount?
Inclusion of personal reflections and experiences
What are the three types of recount mentioned in the text?
Personal, Factual, Imaginative
Which of the following best describes a personal recount?
A detailed retelling of events from one's own life
What is a key aspect of writing a personal recount?
Providing a detailed account of real-life experiences
Which logical connector is most appropriate to use in the given context? 'I would like to have face-to-face classes next school year. We do not have the vaccines yet.'
So that
What logical connector should be used to link these sentences effectively? 'During this pandemic, people should exercise regularly. They will have a healthy body.'
Since
Which logical connector would create a smoother transition between these sentences? 'After the pandemic, there are three things I would like to do. I will go home to the province. I will visit my relatives. I will try canyoneering with friends.'
Third
What is the purpose of a personal recount?
To entertain the reader
Which type of recount usually involves events that the writer was personally involved in?
Personal recount
What is a common feature of recounts?
Uses dialogue and description to embellish the retelling
In what order are events typically presented in a recount?
Chronological order
What is the main purpose of writing an imaginative recount?
To entertain with imaginary events
Which of the following is NOT an example of a personal recount?
Recounting a science experiment conducted in school
Study Notes
Writing a Personal Recount
- A personal recount is a type of writing that aims to inform or entertain the reader by retelling an event or experience of the writer.
- It primarily focuses on individual participants and events in chronological order.
Features of a Recount
- Focuses on individual participants and events
- Events are presented in chronological order (the order they happened)
- Can use features such as dialogue and description to embellish the retelling
Types of Recounts
- Personal recount: retells an event that the writer was personally involved in
- Factual recount: records an incident, e.g. a science experiment, police report
- Imaginative recount: writing an imaginary role and giving details of events
How to Write a Personal Recount
- Pick an appropriate title that summarizes the text in a few words
- Set the orientation, including all the background details the reader will need to understand the story
- Write the events in chronological order, using logical connectors to indicate clear flow of ideas and sequence of events
Using Logical Connectors
- Use logical connectors such as however, first, so that, third, since to connect clauses and indicate the flow of ideas and sequence of events.
Learn about the purpose and types of recount writing, including personal recount, factual recount, and imaginative recount. Explore how writers use recount writing to share their experiences with readers.
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