Point of View, Perspective, and Purpose

Point of View, Perspective, and Purpose

Ms. Gold

Point of View

• Focuses on the type of narrator used to tell the story (Who is telling the details?)

• 1st Person (I, me, my, we), 2nd Person (you, your), and 3rd person (he, she, they, them)

Multiple Choice

The narrator is the _______.

• person telling the story

• main character in the story

• enemy of the main character in the story

• person listening to the story

Multiple Choice

Which sentence is written in second person point of view?

• Erin did not want to go to the grocery store.

• You did not want to go to the grocery store.

• Mariah did not want to go to the grocery store.

• I did not want to go to the grocery store.

Multiple Choice

In which point of view does the narrator describe "you" and "your" actions?

• first person

• third person

• second person

Multiple Choice

I didn't like creeping down the dark alley. From which point of view is this sentence written?

• 1st

• 2nd

• 3rd

Multiple Choice

The science fair will be held in the gymnasium on May 2, and Ms. Garcia's students will be presenting first. From which point of view is the sentence written?

• 1st

• 2nd

• 3rd

Perspective

• Focuses on how this narrator perceives what's happening in the story.

  
  

• Perspective is about how a character's feelings influence what happens and how things are described in a story. Everyone's perspective is unique!

The Science Fair

Jack and Sally are both in Ms. Smith's class this year. At the end of every year, Ms. Smith holds a science fair. It is always a tough competition for first place. Jack has decided to create a volcano that erupts when baking soda and vinegar is mixed. Sally has designed her own model car. Right before the judges come around to judge each project, Jack's volcano gets knocked over and destroyed. Just when Jack began to cry, Sally walked over and asked if Jack wanted to help her present her model car to the judges. Sally and Jack ended up winning 2nd place in the science fair!

Multiple Choice

Whose perspective is the following story told from?

Walking around the room, I admired the hard work my students put into their projects. It seems that this has been the best science fair yet, and I couldn't be more proud!

• Jack

• Sally

• Ms. Smith

Multiple Choice

Whose perspective is the following story told from?

I know this year will finally be the year I win 1st place in the science fair. All the hours spent designing and perfecting my car will be worth it when the judges hand me the 1st place ribbon, and I see Ms. Smith beaming at me in the crowd.

• Jack

• Sally

• Ms. Smith

Multiple Choice

I looked down at the heap of brown clay, cardboard, and baking soda and began to feel my eyes fill with tears. All the hours I spent making sure my project would win a prize in the science fair were a waste. Just when I thought I was going to begin crying crocodile tears, Sally walked toward my table.

• Jack

• Sally

• Ms. Smith

Purpose

Why is the author sharing the story/information?

* To persuade of convince the reader of something.

* To inform, explain or teach the reader about something.

* To entertain (or convey an experience to) the reader about something.

Multiple Choice

What are the three reasons we write?

(Authors purpose for writing)

• Persuade, Inform, Electrify

• Persuade, Inform, Educate

• Perform, Infer, Entertain

• Persuade, Inform, Entertain

Multiple Choice

Persuade means...

• make people agree with you

• to make people think the opposite

• to make people happy

• to make people upset

Multiple Choice

Inform means...

• to give an informal speech

• to make you happy

• to give information

Multiple Choice

Entertain means...

• to convince people to do something

• to make people scared

• to give people information about a topic

• to make people enjoy something

Multiple Choice

What is the authors purpose for writing the paragraph below?

Do you want a new pet? Tell your mom or dad to bring you to the Cat Corral, where we have more than 30 kinds of kitties. Whether you choose a gorgeous angora or a friendly tabby, we have the perfect cat. Remember, Cat Corral is where your new pet is waiting!

• Persuade

• Inform

• Entertain

Multiple Choice

What is the authors purpose for writing the paragraph below?

To assemble your Beaky Birdhouse, you need these tools: a hammer, some nails, and a screwdriver. Before you start to build your birdhouse, make sure you have all these tools. Call the Beaky Birdhouse hotline if you need help.The number is 1-800-777-5555.

• Persuade

• Inform

• Entertain

Multiple Choice

What is the authors purpose for writing the paragraph below?

I walked up to my house when I saw balloons on the front porch. I walked faster and went inside the house. All of a sudden I heard, "Surprise!" and all my friends jumped out with presents in their hands. My birthday wasn't until next week so I was really surprised and happy.

• Persuade

• Inform

• Entertain

Multiple Choice

What is the authors purpose for writing the paragraph below?

Do you want to be an artist? Just enroll in "The Awesome Artists" program. Don't let this opportunity or your talent slip away. We guarantee you will be painting like the masters in two weeks for a low cost of $59.95.

• Persuade

• Inform

• Entertain

Multiple Choice

What is the authors purpose for writing the paragraph below?

Florida is a state in the southern United States. The capital is Tallahassee. The state flower is the orange blossom. The state bird is the mockingbird. Florida became the 27th state in 1845. The state tree is the Sabal Palm. There are many beaches and cities in Florida.

• Persuade

• Inform

• Entertain

Multiple Choice

What is the author's purpose for a book series like Harry Potter?

• Persuade

• Inform

• Entertain