Pronouns
I
What is first person point of view?
True or False: A writer will not use "he, she, they" when using first person POV.
False: Those pronouns can be used in dialogue or when describing another character
The definition of perspective.
What is "how characters interpret what is happening in the story"
She glanced nervously at the clock, hoping her teacher wouldn’t notice how anxious she felt about the test.
Third Person Limited
He, She, They
What is third person limited POV or third person omniscient POV?
True or False: Everyone's perspective in a story is exactly the same.
False. Why?
Perspective can be influenced by different factors. Name three.
What is age, gender, beliefs, values, etc...
As Maya walked into the classroom, she wondered if anyone had noticed her new haircut.
Third Person Limited
Us
What is first person POV?
True or False: Third person omniscient makes it harder to understand the plot because the reader only knows so much information
False. The reader knows a lot of information. Why?
Name two major factors influencing Esperanzas perspective in "House on Mango Street"
What is age, gender, ethnicity, etc
The storm raged outside. Mrs. Wilson sat anxiously by the window, unaware that her son upstairs was secretly thrilled by the thunder and lightning.
Third person omniscient
He, She, They
What is third person limited or omniscient?
True or False: All text has a point of view.
True
Break down what the phrase "personal context" can mean.
What in a person or characters life influences or shapes their perspective
I can't wait to go home and see my cat. He is so funny and sweet!
First person
You
What is second person point of view?
True or False: Second person point of view is NOT part of the 7th grade ELA standards.
True: It is first person, third person limited, and third person omniscient.
The difference between point of view and perspective.
What is point of view is who is telling the story and perspective is how the characters are processing the story
As the final bell echoed through the school, Mrs. Carter anxiously rehearsed the words of her meeting in her mind, unaware that across the hallway, Mr. Lee was already anticipating the relief of his evening jog, while in the crowded cafeteria, students like Emily and Jordan nursed their own private worries—Emily about her upcoming math test and Jordan about a secret he feared might be discovered—each person’s thoughts and emotions weaving together in the unseen tapestry of their shared day.
Third person omniscient