What Happened?

Worksheet Description

This worksheet is centered around the organization of thoughts for writing an autobiographical incident. It uses a graphic organizer with a central question, “What happened?”, surrounded by related questions about the background, location, outcome, and individuals involved in the incident. The layout encourages students to dissect an incident from various angles, ensuring a comprehensive view. The silhouette with a question mark symbolizes the reflective and introspective nature of this exercise.

The worksheet is designed to teach students the importance of structuring their thoughts before writing an autobiographical essay. By prompting them to consider different aspects of an incident, it helps develop their ability to give a detailed and coherent account of personal experiences. The students learn to build context, set the scene, elaborate on the event, and reflect on the aftermath. This methodical approach fosters critical thinking and enhances narrative skills by emphasizing the connections between different parts of a story.