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skillfully uses figurative language to enhance descriptions
ends with a satisfying closing (often one that hints at what was learned from the experience)
makes the audience think!
deals with universal themes so readers can relate in some way

What makes a terrific personal narrative?
works as a "snapshot" of one interesting, critical experience or moment in time (meaning it is NOT a full length autobiography!)
opens with a catchy hook so readers want to keep reading
is told in 1st person
uses sensory details and vivid descriptions so readers can "see" the setting, action, characters, etc.
skillfully uses figurative language to enhance descriptions
ends with a satisfying closing (often one that hints at what was learned from the experience)
deals with universal themes so readers can relate in some way

What makes a terrific personal narrative?