Personal Recount: 5-Part Story
Writing Practice
A personal recount generally follows this structure: introduction, tension, climax, resolution, reflection. To lead up to a high point in the climax, ensure the build-up is suspenseful.
PLAN USING THE FIVE-PART STORYLINE FRAMEWORK
Without Five-part Storyline
You might lose track of where your story is going as you tell your tale, such that your story’s plot becomes flat and meaningless.
With Five-part Storyline
Introduction
Introduce information important to the storyRising Action
Build tension that leads to the climaxClimax
Expound on the most exciting partFalling Action
Resolve the tensionResolution/Reflection
Offer concluding thoughts.
Example:
Without Five-part Storyline
I went on a hike. I thought about what should pack and took along time to decide which route to take. I was eager to have some time to myself. I started my hike, and was one of the most adventurous hikes I ever had.
With Five-part Storyline
Introduction
I went on a hike.Rising Action
Hungry for adventure, I decided to go off the main track and soon got lost.Climax
Suddenly, a wild boar appeared and charged at me.Falling Action
I managed to escape, and only scrapped my knee.Resolution
A rescue team found me. I had almost paid dearly for my daredevil attempt.
