De la Peña uses informal language throughout the essay, writing that he "hustled" to his hotel room,
writing that not crying "was all good," and referring to his father as "my old man." Which feature of
literacy narratives does this language demonstrate?
a) a well-told story: engaging readers by resolving a situation
b) vivid detail: using details to bring the situation to life
c) some indication of the narrative's significance: stating clearly why the situation was
important
d) De la Peña's informal language supports all of these features.
