Working with classmates or independently, respond to the following questions:
What is the major challenge of writing from recall? What is the best way to address this challenge?
Asking a reporter’s questions is one good strategy for recalling an experience. What are these questions? Try asking them about a significant experience you’ve had at college, in the workplace, or in your everyday life.
Why are concrete details so important in writing that recalls an experience? In an essay that narrates a past event—a paper by you or a peer, or a professional essay—identify concrete details or places where they might be added to strengthen the writing.