Words In Perspective
A local clinic is looking for someone to write an article about the nutritional value of energy drinks. Who would be more likely to write an article without bias?
A writer who enjoys researching health topics.
How might the narrator's point of view affect the plot of a story?
It could influence how significant events appear to be when they happen.
Which of the following is an example of third person point of view?
They hardly ever bother to lock doors or fasten windows. It seems unnecessary in a town like Honest, Ohio.
Which of the following is a function of a context clue?
To help you understand the meaning of an unfamiliar word.
When you identify an author's purpose, what question do you answer?
What is the author's reason to write the piece.
If an author's purpose is to convince readers of something, which form is he or she likely to choose?
a newspaper editorial
What type of context clue can be used to find the meaning of the word suave in the following sentence?
a word that means the opposite
What is an omniscient point of view?
an all knowing point of view
Which strategy would you use to find the meaning of the word lethargic in the following sentence? As the flu progressed, I found myself growing lethargic, unable to keep my eyes open as my limbs protested every movement, every step, and my brain slowed nearly to a halt.
example
What point of view does Edgar Allan Poe use in "The Cask of the Amontillado"?
first person limited
Which of Montresor's character traits affects his reliability in "The Cask of the Amontillado"?
his need for revenge
What is the best definition of a context clue?
information around a word that helps you figures out what it means
Read the following passage. Which of the words below the passage provide the correct meaning for the word mad as it appears here? When John read the letter, suddenly his eyes went wide. Letting out a loud "whoop," he started dancing about crazily, jumping on the furniture, laughing uncontrollably, and simply acting like he was completely mad.
insane
In the following sentence, what is the meaning of the word buoyed? The audience's cheers buoyed her spirits so much she wanted to burst with joy.
lifted up
What kind of context clue in the following sentence can help you understand the word quandary?
restatement of the meaning
Read the paragraph below, looking for clues about the author's point of view. Who probably wrote this article?
someone who has a backyard garden
When authors write poems, stories, and plays, what is their primary purpose?
to entertain
Look for clues about the author's purpose in this passage about Mars. In the spring and summer, some areas of the Martian surface darken and turn a greenish-blue hue. In autumn and winter, the same areas turn a yellowish-brown hue. The best time to observe these changes is when the white polar caps start to melt. At this time, the Martian dark areas remind one of Earth's moist soil. What is the author's purpose in writing this paragraph?
to inform the reader about some basic facts regarding the planet Mars
What was Booker T. Washington's main purpose in his speech to the Atlanta Exposition?
to remind African-Americans that it was up to them to "earn" equality by becoming successful
What is literary point of view?
who is telling a story
Who is the narrator of "The Cask of Amontillado"?
Montresor
Which of the following is an example of second person point of view?
You are not the kind of person who would ordinarily be caught dead, or otherwise, in such a place.
As you read this paragraph from an article about global warming, look for clues about the author's point of view: Corals, the small sea creatures that form the spectacular coral reefs, are also endangered by global warming. As the ocean temperatures rise, the balance between corals and algae in the reefs is thrown off, and the corals die. Additionally, the oceans are becoming more acidic as they take in excess carbon dioxide from the air. Corals do not grow well in water with a high acid content. In the last twenty years, corals have been affected by global warming in all parts of the world. And since corals are a main food source for many sea animals, less coral could mean trouble for other marine life, including fish that humans eat. What level of knowledge about corals does this author seem to have?
an environmentalist's knowledge
Which of these character traits may affect the reliability of a narrator's point of view?
deceitfulness
Which of the following groups are examples of good context clues?
part of speech, example, restatements
What was W.E.B. DuBois's main purpose in the chapter about Booker T. Washington's ideas?
to persuade African-Americans to fight for equal rights, rather than follow Washington's advice
Which sentence best describes the relationship between a story's point of view and how its plot is revealed?
A story's point of view determines the reader's perspective on events.
Booker T. Washington was a slave throughout his childhood and learned early on how to fend for himself and to survive with very few resources. How did this experience shape his point of view about slavery?
He later realized that his family lived a very uncivilized life, and he spoke against the effects of slavery on African American manners.
What was the significance of W.E.B. DuBois's experience with visiting-cards in school?
He realized other people saw him as different from them because of his race.
How does Montresor's point of view affect the theme in "The Cask of the Amontillado"?
His version of the story demonstrates that vengeful people cannot be trusted to see events clearly.
How is point of view in a novel or short story different from the author's point of view in an informational article?
In novels and short stories, point of view is about the narrator while in informational text it refers to the author.
What is the difference between a limited point of view and an omniscient point of view?
In the limited point of view, the narrator shares the thoughts, feelings and opinions of one character; in the omniscient point of view, the narrator shares the thoughts, feelings and opinions of all characters.
As you read this excerpt from Black Beauty, think about how the novel's point of view affects its plot. What effect does point of view have on the plot of Black Beauty?
Its point of view limits the kinds of events that can be described.
Which of the following is an example of first person point of view?
Of course, I didn't argue with the teacher. After all, she is educated and in charge—an authority figure.
How might a narrator's character traits affect his or her point of view (the way he or she sees and describes events)?
Some character traits can make the narrator's point of view seem less reliable.
An author writes an essay about texting while driving. Which factor would most affect the author's point of view?
The author's son was injured in a car accident while texting.
One theme in the novel The Little Prince is how easy it is for people to misunderstand each other, while thinking that they do understand. As you read this passage, think about how the narrator's point of view helps to reveal the story's theme. How does this story's point of view help support the theme, People tend to assume they understand each other better than they actually do?
The third-person limited point of view allows the narrator to demonstrate the theme.
The California Board of Tourism needs an article for its web site about places to go whale watching in California. Who would be the best person to hire for this task?
a writer who lives near California's whale-watching sites
When an author is writing to inform readers, which kinds of details will be most helpful?
facts
Read the following passage. Based on the context clues given in this passage, what would you say belligerent means? Ben watched in terror as Kyle came toward him, brows furrowed in anger. Kyle was a bully, known for his terrible rages. Now he fixed Ben with a belligerent look, and Ben felt his knees begin to shake.
furious
Based on the context clues in the following sentence, what would you say the word avaricious means? Years of having nothing had made George avaricious, and he hoarded every penny, giving nothing away and always, always desiring more.
greedy
As you read this passage, look for clues that suggest the author's purpose. Recent studies from a variety of medical experts have shown that drinking large amounts of soda each day can increase the risk of health problems such as obesity, diabetes, dental cavities, and high blood pressure. While keeping the body well-hydrated is important, how this is done is just as important. Water is the best beverage for the human body. It keeps it hydrated, without doing any damage in the process. What is the best way to describe the author's purpose?
to persuade readers to drink water instead of soda when thirsty
