Select the sentence that would best appear in the beginning of a narrative.

Question

My experience with my dog has taught me to never give up hope.
It was my birthday, and I was hoping that my wish for a dog would come true.
On my way home, I found a lonely and hungry-looking dog roaming the neighborhood.
I posted flyers around the neighborhood, but no one called to claim the dog.

Answer 1

The sentence that would best appear in the beginning of a narrative is:

"It was my birthday, and I was hoping that my wish for a dog would come true."

This sentence sets the stage for the story, introducing the protagonist's desire and hinting at what may unfold.