Outlining the Narrative of 'The Beggar' for Retelling

Outlining the Narrative of 'The Beggar' for Retelling

Outlining the Narrative of 'The Beggar' for Retelling
 

1. Introduction

- The young boy encounters a beggar on the city street

2. Main Body

- The beggar, frail and desperate, extends a hand seeking help from the boy
- Despite the boy's lack of resources, he apologetically grasps the beggar's hand
- The boy, in regret, holds the beggar's hand as an apology
- The elderly beggar expresses gratitude amidst overwhelming emotions

3. Conclusion

- The young boy receives something meaningful from the old man.

Check the example: Retell 'The Beggar' in Your Own Words

Retelling a learned story in one's own words is a familiar assignment in the 4th and 5th-grade writing curriculum. Alongside retelling 'The Beggar,' students can practice narrative writing with other prompts such as: Retell the story of Uncle Fishing and the villainous character, Retell the story of the Ugly Duckling, Retell the story of The Immortal Boys, Retell the fable of the Hen that laid golden eggs.