Question

Which of these details is an anecdote?

Archeologists have found proof that ancient Peruvians enjoyed popcorn as far back as 3600 BCE.
Adding raisins and almonds to popcorn is one way of enhancing the its flavor while retaining its healthy qualities.
As a young child, I remember loving the taste of popcorn when I went to the movie theater.
Popcorn gained popularity as a snack during the Great Depression when sugar became very expensive.

Answer 1

As a young child, I remember loving the taste of popcorn when I went to the movie theater.

Answer 2

The example of anecdote is:

As a young child, I remember loving the taste of popcorn when I went to the movie theater.

The anecdote is the oral stories which are of importance to the subject at hand. They add personal knowledge and experience to the subject. The above sentence tells about the story of popcorn that the speaker had. The story is a personal experience of the speaker. While the other sentences also contain some information about popcorn but they are facts and not personal experiences.