Question

Which of these details is an anecdote? Archeologists have found proof that ancient Peruvians enjoyed popcorn as far back as 3600 BCE. Adding raisins and almonds to popcorn is one way of enhancing its flavor while retaining its healthy qualities. As a young child, I remember loving the taste of popcorn when I went to the movie theater. Popcorn gained popularity as a snack during the Great Depression when sugar became very expensive.

Answer 1

An anecdote is defined as a short amusing or interesting story about an actual incident or person. Among the given details, "As a young child, I remember loving the taste of popcorn when I went to the movie theater" fits the definition of an anecdote as it recounts a personal incident from the writer's childhood.

Answer 2

The answer is “as a young child, I remember loving the taste of popcorn when I went to the movie theater.”