Write a Narrative Portfolio on How some hikers dealt with an unexpected storm
Portfolio Requirements:
Must be about 1 of the 4 topics listed above
Your narrative must be your own words & ideas, 100% original
Your narrative must be at least 400 words
Your narrative must include dialogue. Click here to see how to include dialogue
Your narrative must have a clear organization, starting with the exposition & ending with a resolution. It should follow the elements of a plot diagram. Click here to access a Plot Diagram to help you organize your story in your prewriting.
Your narrative must be submitted in MLA format
The sun was shining bright as four friends set out on a hiking adventure in the mountains. Mark, Sarah, Jake, and Emily were looking forward to a day filled with amazing views and fresh air. Little did they know that a storm was brewing in the distance, ready to test their hiking skills and resilience.
As they reached the halfway point of their hike, dark clouds started to roll in, casting a shadow over the once sunny landscape. The winds picked up, and the temperature began to drop. Mark checked his phone and realized that a storm was quickly approaching, and they needed to find shelter fast.
"We need to find a place to hunker down until this storm passes," Mark said, urgency in his voice.
They quickly scanned their surroundings and spotted a small cave off the trail. With no other options in sight, they made a beeline for the cave and huddled inside as the storm unleashed its fury outside. Rain poured down in sheets, and thunder echoed through the mountains.
As they sat in the darkness of the cave, Sarah shivered and wrapped her arms around herself. "I didn't expect this when we set out this morning," she said, her voice filled with worry.
"It's okay, we'll wait it out and then continue on our hike once the storm passes," Jake reassured her, trying to sound more confident than he felt.
Hours passed, and the storm showed no signs of letting up. The friends huddled together, sharing stories and trying to keep each other's spirits up. Finally, after what felt like an eternity, the rain slowed to a drizzle, and the thunder faded into the distance.
"It's time to make a break for it," Mark said, determination in his voice.
They emerged from the cave, soaked to the bone but grateful to be alive. The once lush trail was now a muddy mess, but they pressed on, determined to finish what they had started. As they reached the end of their hike, the sun peeked out from behind the clouds, casting a golden glow over the mountains.
"We made it through the storm, and we're stronger for it," Emily said, a sense of pride in her voice.
The friends shared a high five and headed back to their car, grateful for the unexpected adventure and the bond that had formed between them through their shared experience. Though the storm had tested them, they had come out on the other side stronger and more resilient than ever before.