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(P2)…to assume the scientific pose of a biology major, bending slightly forward, tensing my arms in preparation for furious notetaking, and cursing under my breath…” (P3) …this flailing of my feet…my food tray tipped and I lost my balance… All these descriptions offer vivid pictures of what she did or how she looked in some embarrassing situations. Try to recall one or two of the embarrassing /memorable events you experienced in the past year and your reflection on it. Write an essay of no less than 200 words. Writing Task When you are writing your draft, it is better to: SHOW instead of to TELL the happenings and the significance of the events. To SHOW meaning: Through the character’s ACTIONS I settled into my chair and tried to assume the scientific pose of a biology major, bending slightly forward, tensing my arms…, and cursing under my breath. After-Class Writing Acting out your writing with your friends. Consider: What would it be like? Is it flat/weak or is it full of motions? Does it contribute effectively to the scene you are describing? To SHOW meaning: Through the character’s DIALOGUE Tips: To make the dialogue sound more believable, listen hard for your characters’ personal speech habits, as well as the words, phrases, and utterances that important people in your life say over and over. After-Class Writing Read your dialogue aloud. Consider: Does your dialogue sound like real conversation? What works and what sounds awkward, silly or robotic? To SHOW meaning: Through the character’s FEELING/ THOUGHTS As my rear end met the floor, I saw my entire life pass before my eyes: it ended with my first day of college classes. After-Class Writing Consider: Instead of saying “I am happy/sad”, what other words can you use to describe the feeling of happiness and sadness? Basic structure of a recount: Stage 1 Setting providing background information (e.g. who, when and where)