Use this sheet to plan your personal ad. Remember your ad should be between 50-100 words long, so plan carefully.
1. Know who the person/character is
Bugs Bunny
2. What the person/character hope to find by writing and placing a personal ad:
Looking for a female with whom to share carrots
3. Basic information
What are the major physical traits or skills of the character?
What does the character look like? What sets the character apart?
gray; rabbit; long, floppy ears; cute whiskers; buck teeth; cotton tail
Where does the character live? What is the character’s line of work or favorite activity?
Lives in the forest; often helps himself to other’s carrots
4. Major character traits and values of the character (What does the character like? What does he/she dislike? What does this character like to do with free time? What are his/her favorite foods? What kind of hobbies does he/she have?
Finds old, bald men with funny voices very annoying; slightly mischievous; fun-loving; curious; intelligent; has unique laugh; loves to eat carrots; what’s up doc?
5. Choose the physical and character traits that you think best represent your character and write a personal ad based on these traits. Remember, you only have fifty words in which to write the ad, so choose from among the traits carefully.
Young, fun-loving male rabbit looking for a female rabbit with whom to share carrots. I am gray with floppy ears, a cotton tail and unique buck teeth. I have a one-of-a-kind laugh which betrays a slightly mischievous nature. You’ll never be bored with me.
Other of personal ads examples:
I am a white male playwright born in 17th century England. I wear my hair long, as is the fashion of my day. My weapon of choice is the mighty quill pen. I believe people should be friends and try to work out their difficulties, even though my plays are rarely about this. I also seek honesty in my work, even if my characters are often deceptive. I seek a pen pal, someone who is well-versed in the English spoken during my lifetime, the Elizabethan age. Is it to be, or not to be? Send me a sonnet.
Attention to those who seek a lady who can handle a bow. I am a fighter, a lover, and a bread-winner. Though I am only a teenager, I am wise beyond my years and will do anything for my family, especially my younger sister. My ability to survive makes me sure to last, even in times of hunger. While I’ve always clung to the shadows, being in TV interviews and in my cities most popular games brings out the best in me. Need subtle protection? I am your girl.
I’m looking for a team player to help me get my next goal. Though I’m short in stature, my name will not be forgotten in the world of futbol – some say the ball seems to be a part of my body as I dribble through defenders. I value sportsmanship on the field and in life, and always put in a good word for my fellow players. I may have been on the cover of one of your favorite video games. Do you think you can assist me? Then I can assist you! Give me your best shot!
Do you have a cut, a headache, a problem, or a desire to miss class? I am a friendly, married, mother of two who is willing to lend a listening ear. If it is advice you need or sympathy, I am at your service. Speaking of service, rumor has it that I make some delicious brownies, pie, cake, bread, fruit salad, lasagna, coffee, chicken… well, you name it I make it. One day I hope to open my own restaurant. If it is a recipe or a conversation you would like to share, I’ll cook it up.
