Point of View
What point of view is "Feathered Friend" written in?
3rd person point of view
What is one major theme in "Feathered Friend"?
The relationship between humans and nature.
What is textual evidence?
Textual evidence refers to quotes or passages from the text that support an analysis or argument.
having enough of something to meet a need or achieve a goal
sufficient
person, place, thing, or idea
noun
How does the point of view affect the reader's understanding of the characters?
It allows the reader to see the thoughts and feelings of multiple characters, providing a broader perspective.
How does the author convey the theme of exploration in the story?
Through the characters' curiosity and desire to learn more about the bird.
Provide an example of textual evidence that shows the main character's feelings about the bird.
A quote where the character expresses awe or admiration for the bird’s beauty.
the use of knowledge to invent new devices or tools. Throughout history, technology has made people's lives easier.
Technology
the action of sentence
Verb
Give an example of how the narrator's perspective shapes the story.
The narrator describes the main character's thoughts, which helps the reader understand their motivations and actions.
Name a symbol in the story that represents the theme of freedom.
The bird itself symbolizes freedom and the natural world.
How can textual evidence help in understanding the theme of the story?
It provides concrete examples that illustrate the theme and supports interpretations.
to say something out loud, clearly, and confidently to make it known what you think or feel
Declare
a collection of written works, like stories, poems, and plays, that are considered to be art, often telling a story or expressing ideas in a creative way, taking readers to different places and times through the words on the page
Literature
Why might the author have chosen to use a third-person point of view rather than first-person?
To create a more objective view of the events and to include the perspectives of multiple characters.
How does the theme of communication play a role in the story?
It explores how characters interact and understand each other through their experiences with the bird.
Find a piece of textual evidence that highlights the conflict in the story.
A passage where the main character faces a challenge related to the bird.
to make someone believe or agree to do something
Convince
the perspective from which a story is told, essentially who is narrating the story and how much information they can share about the characters and events
Point of View
How does the point of view contribute to the overall message of the story?
It emphasizes the themes of observation and understanding by allowing readers insight into different characters' viewpoints.
What lesson can be learned from the theme of respect for nature?
It teaches the importance of valuing and protecting the environment and its creatures.
Explain how using textual evidence strengthens an argument about the story's message.
It makes the analysis more credible and grounded in the text, allowing readers to see the basis for the interpretations.
a reason for or against something
argument
using specific details or quotes directly from a text to support an idea or answer a question
Textual Evidence