Question

which sentence most likely comes from a narrative essay?
the best way to ensure that the eggs dont scorch is to keep an eye on them and stir continuously.
nervous about landing on the new planet, captain hassan pored over possible scenarios for hours.
i looked up at the audience and tried to swallow my fear, wiping my sweaty hands on my skirt.
botanists have discovered that alpine plant life is far more varied than was previously thought.

Explanation:

A narrative essay tells a story, often using first - person perspective and descriptive details of personal experiences or actions.

• The first option gives a tip (more like a how - to or expository), not a narrative.
• The second option is about a character (Captain Hassan) but in third - person and more like a story setup, not a personal narrative.
• The third option uses first - person ("I"), describes a personal action (looking at the audience, wiping hands) with emotional (fear) and sensory (sweaty hands) details, fitting a narrative essay's style.
• The fourth option is a statement of discovery (expository, scientific), not a narrative.

Answer:

C. I looked up at the audience and tried to swallow my fear, wiping my sweaty hands on my skirt.