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The following texts both describe going up a mountain in a chairlift.
This text is from a poster at the Columbia Ski Center:
The chairlifts at the Columbia Ski Center are new and improved. You will love their safe, modern design so much that riding up the mountain might be more fun than skiing down! Enjoy the scenery as you soar to the top of the mountain.
This text is told from the point of view of Brenna, a woman on a chairlift:
The chairlift whipped around the bend. It picked me up, and I hung on anxiously as it carried me high into the sky. I peeked down at the happy skiers on the ground below but quickly shut my eyes again. I couldn't wait to get off.
How is Brenna's point of view different from the poster's?

Answer 1

Brenna's point of view is more personal and introspective compared to the promotional tone of the poster. While the poster emphasizes the positive aspects of the chairlifts—highlighting their safety, modern design, and the enjoyment of the ride and scenic views—Brenna expresses anxiety and discomfort during her ride. She describes her feelings of apprehension as she clings to the chairlift and her desire to close her eyes rather than enjoy the view. This contrast reveals that Brenna's experience is not as enjoyable as the advertisement suggests, showcasing a more subjective and emotional reaction to the chairlift ride.