Part A Which of the following is an accurate statement about the point of view
used in paragraphs 2 and 3?
A.
The paragraphs are written from a third-person point of view, shown by the fact that the mother is the narrator.
B.
The paragraphs are written from a third-person point of view, shown by the fact that they were written in the past.
C.
The paragraphs are written from a first-person point of view, shown by the fact that the narrator uses the pronouns she and her.
D.
The paragraphs are written from a first-person point of view, shown by the fact that the narrator uses the pronouns I and we.
Part B
Multiple Choice Question
Which quotation from paragraphs 2 and 3 is a detail likely to be revealed only from the point of view used?
A.
We boarded the plane with everything we wanted to have for the next year. (paragraph 2)
B.
Two adults, one small child, one dog, six pieces of luggage . . . (paragraph 2)
C.
Near 11:00 p.m., we finally found ourselves “settled” on the plane . . . (paragraph 3)
D.
. . . I hoped that the other passengers wouldn’t think I was a bad parent! (paragraph 3)
1 answer
Part A: The correct answer is C. The paragraphs are written from a first-person point of view, shown by the fact that the narrator uses the pronouns she and her.
Part B: The correct answer is D. . . . I hoped that the other passengers wouldn’t think I was a bad parent! (paragraph 3) This quotation expresses a personal emotion and thought, which is likely to be revealed only from a first-person point of view.
