Revising for Personal Voice

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1. Which version has stronger personal voice?

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(c) uses vivid imagery and humor.

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Revising For Personal Voice - Quiz

Sometimes a story has the right events—but it still doesn’t sound like the writer. In this quiz, you’ll practice revising narrative sentences and paragraphs to add stronger personal voice. You’ll learn how to replace generic wording with vivid details, sensory language, and honest reactions that show who the narrator is.... see moreBy the end, you’ll feel more confident turning plain writing into writing that feels real, memorable, and full of personality.
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2. Adding random slang always improves personal voice.

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Voice should fit purpose, audience, and tone, not just slang.

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3. The line “The food was good” needs stronger voice. Which revision is BEST?

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(c) uses metaphor and emotion.

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4. Which paragraph has the clearest personal voice?

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(c) uses figurative language and emotional reflection.

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5. Personal voice should always be silly and funny.

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Voice can be serious, sad, hopeful, calm, etc.

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6. A student writes: “I was sad when my friend moved.” Which revision shows a stronger, more personal voice?

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(c) uses imagery and emotion, not just labels.

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7. Which revision makes the narrator’s voice sound more confident?

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(b) clearly shows pride and self-awareness.

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8. A teacher tells you: “You’re telling what happened, but not how it felt. Add more of your voice.” Which revision responds to that advice?

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Feelings + thoughts = stronger voice in narrative.

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9. When revising for personal voice, what should a writer AVOID?

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Voice is about individuality, not copying.

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10. A strong personal voice in narrative writing helps the reader:

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Voice creates emotional connection.

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11. When revising for voice, writers should look for places to add:

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(c) uses metaphor and emotion.

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12. A flat sentence: “I was late to school.” Which revision adds personal voice?

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(c) is specific, funny, and full of personality.

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13. The sentence “It was fun” appears five times in a paragraph. To improve voice, the writer should:

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Specifics and variety strengthen voice.

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14. Which sentence has the MOST formal, distant voice?

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(c) sounds like a lab report, not a personal narrative.

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15. Match the revision move to what it does for voice:
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Which version has stronger personal voice?
Adding random slang always improves personal voice.
The line “The food was good” needs stronger voice. Which revision...
Which paragraph has the clearest personal voice?
Personal voice should always be silly and funny.
A student writes: “I was sad when my friend moved.” Which revision...
Which revision makes the narrator’s voice sound more confident?
A teacher tells you: “You’re telling what happened, but not how it...
When revising for personal voice, what should a writer AVOID?
A strong personal voice in narrative writing helps the reader:
When revising for voice, writers should look for places to add:
A flat sentence: “I was late to school.” Which revision adds...
The sentence “It was fun” appears five times in a paragraph. To...
Which sentence has the MOST formal, distant voice?
Match the revision move to what it does for voice:
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