Carmen is writing a personal narrative about volunteering at the community center. She has listed the important parts of her sto
ry. – Decided to volunteer at the community center – Taught an art class to first- and second-graders – Asked Janet to help me think of ideas for projects – Used clay and finger paints – Made recycled-bottle masks – Worked with kids who were messy and sometimes hard to deal with – Thought it was rewarding and fun to help people – Had an unforgettable experience Which part should Carmen include in the introduction section of her outline as part of her thesis? Made recycled-bottle masks Used clay and finger paints Asked Janet to help me think of ideas for projects Thought it was rewarding and fun to help people
The sentence selected above would be ideal only to be placed in the introduction of Carmen's personal narrative, because it determines an appropriate thesis statement to show her position in relation to volunteer work, as well as supporting her justification for engaging in this type of activity.
Furthermore, among the response options presented, this is the only one that can be added to the introduction in a coherent and cohesive way, with the other options being more appropriate for the body of the narrative.
We must not forget that the thesis statement is usually part of the end of the introduction and presents the author's opinion and position in relation to something.
