Question

Which contains a shift in person?
Responses

A He ran the fifty yard dash in 5.1 seconds. You have to train hard to make that time.He ran the fifty yard dash in 5.1 seconds. You have to train hard to make that time.

B If you had known about the deadline, you could have helped her finish the applications.If you had known about the deadline, you could have helped her finish the applications.

C Athletes enjoy competition; they derive great satisfaction if their performances are superior.Athletes enjoy competition; they derive great satisfaction if their performances are superior.

D One must apply for scholarships by May 15, so Avilon is meeting with Ms. Dixon in guidance on Tuesday.

Answer 1

The response that contains a shift in person is:

**D** One must apply for scholarships by May 15, so Avilon is meeting with Ms. Dixon in guidance on Tuesday.

In this sentence, "one must apply" is written in the third person (general), while "Avilon is meeting" shifts to the specific person (first/third person).