Question

Read the passage from Narrative of the Life of Frederick Douglass.

I was born in Tuckahoe, near Hillsborough, and about twelve miles from Easton, in Tailbot county, Maryland.

Which element of an autobiography is demonstrated in this passage?

A. Characters and events described in great detail.
B. The inclusions of an exposition, rising action, turning point, climax, falling action, and resolution
C. The intent the author to persuade his readers
D. The recording of events in chronological order

Answer 1

A. Characters and events described in great detail.

Answer 2

Answer: The element of an autobiography that is demonstrated in the passage provided is A. Characters and events described in great detail.

Explanation: One of the main characteristics of autobiographies is that they  describe situations, places and characters in great detail. This can be easily detected in the passage provided since the author provides many details when referring to the place he/she was born. In other words, he/she offers specific information and makes reference to another county and state to show the reader where Tuckahoe is exactly located.