Nonfiction - Autobiography - Memoir

Question 1

features of autobiography or memoir

Answer 1

• it is written in 1st person point of view
• it’s purpose is to share experiences of historical interest, of humorous interest, of human interest, or of insights to benefit others

Question 2

components of autobiography or memoir

Answer 2

• characters (real people)
• plot (real events)
• author purpose and message. this determines which events the author chooses to share

Question 3

how to reveal characters in autobiography and memoir

Answer 3

• through narrative description
• through direct dialogue
• through anecdotes
• by giving a predominant impression of the author and of the other characters in his or her life story