Memoir Unit Week 2

Which sentence shows reflection?

Which of these could be a strong theme in a memoir?

All strong memoirs need a clear “So What?”

What does "setting the scene" mean in a memoir?

Which question best helps you find your “So What?”?

What makes a personal narrative powerful?

True or False: You should always choose the most dramatic story for your memoir.

What is a theme?

Where can reflection appear in a memoir?

What point of view are most memoirs written in?

What’s one thing that sets memoir apart from an autobiography?

What does reflection add to a personal story?

Which of these is an example of a memory worth writing about?

Theme and topic mean the same thing.

What’s the best example of a universal theme?

Why is the “So What?” important in a memoir?

A strong memoir story often includes...

"Memory mining" means digging deep into your past for meaningful moments.

Which type of nonfiction is a memoir?

What does it mean to “mine your memories”?

Why is it important to choose the "right" story for your memoir?

What’s the main purpose of a memoir?

Which question helps you set the scene?

Which sentence shows a clear “So What?”?

What is reflection in memoir writing?

What is the “So What?” in memoir writing?

Reflection is optional and not needed in most memoirs.

Memoirs are fictional stories based on imagination.

Which of the following would be a good memoir topic?

Which of the following is a topic and not a theme?