What is the first clue to readers that a story is a personal narrative?

It begins with the sentence, "My name is. . ."

It is written in first-person point of view.

It describes events that are usually private.

It has more than one main character.

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The first clue to readers that a story is a personal narrative is that it is written in first-person point of view. This perspective indicates that the narrator is sharing their own experiences and thoughts, which is a hallmark of personal narratives.