Question

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How does the author’s shift in point of view create surprise?

(1 point)
Responses

The author provides the background of the quarrel as one intimately familiar with Ulrich’s point of view but then pauses to consider that Georg’s view might be correct.
The author provides the background of the quarrel as one intimately familiar with Ulrich’s point of view but then pauses to consider that Georg’s view might be correct.

The author offers his own running commentary on the quarrel between Ulrich and Georg, hinting that the reader may arrive at a perspective beyond either man’s point of view.
The author offers his own running commentary on the quarrel between Ulrich and Georg, hinting that the reader may arrive at a perspective beyond either man’s point of view.

The author gives the background of the quarrel as an omniscient observer but then shifts to Ulrich’s point of view, limiting what the reader knows of Georg’s movements.
The author gives the background of the quarrel as an omniscient observer but then shifts to Ulrich’s point of view, limiting what the reader knows of Georg’s movements.

The author gives a limited account of the actions of both Ulrich and Georg, leaving the reader guessing about their motivations and movements.

Answer 1

The author gives the background of the quarrel as an omniscient observer but then shifts to Ulrich’s point of view, limiting what the reader knows of Georg’s movements. This restriction creates surprise when Georg’s actions (and the later arrival of the wolves) occur unexpectedly.