This document provides information about diary entries, including what they are, when they are used, their structure, and how to write one. A diary entry recounts the events of one's day in an informal style and first person point of view. They are commonly used personally but may also have a more formal use, like a captain's log. A diary entry typically includes a heading with the date, a salutation like "dear diary", a chronological recounting of the day's events and reflections, and a farewell closing. They aim to informally document personal experiences and thoughts.

1. DIARY ENTRY
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2. What is it?
 A diary or journal entry is a type of text that
consists on recounting one´s day.
 It has an informal register (with exceptions).
 It´s supposed to be personal, thus written in
first person.

3. When is it used?
 Diary entries are used to
recount the events of a day and
it´s frequently used informally
by individuals all around the
world for personal uses.
 It may also hold some
importance like a Captain´s
binnacle or a psychiatrist´s
notepad. This type of entries
have a formal register.

4. Structure
 Since this type of text is informal, the actual
structure of the text is not very important. What
matters is that it recounts the events of the day.
Although some minor details may help you distinct
a journal entry.
 Heading: diary entries state the date of the day it
was written and the place where the events took
place.
 Salutation: a brief clause that states to whom is
the journal addressed like “dear diary”.
 Farewell: another clause that marks the end of the
entry like “hoping for a better- Lucy”. (don´t forget
to put your name in this part)

5. How to write a diary entry?
 Begin by including the formalities of the text.
 Recount the events of the day in chronological
order.
 End the body of the text with a reflection of
yours.
 Conclude the entry with a farewell.

6. Characteristics of a Diary Entry
Structure Salutation, Body (recounts the
events of the day and reflects upon
them, and farewell.
Register Informal
Heading Date and location
Images May be added if they help the cause
Visuals Written in hand most of the times,
may add pictures or drawings
Other •Usually one page short
•Should state date and location
•Should include a reflection from the
writer