Third-Person POV Practice

Sarah walked down the hall, her footsteps echoing in the empty space. She glanced at her watch and quickened her pace.

• Third-Person Limited

• Third-Person Omniscient

• Third-Person Objective

Answer explanation

The passage describes Sarah's actions without revealing her thoughts or feelings, indicating a Third-Person Objective perspective. This viewpoint focuses solely on observable actions, unlike Limited or Omniscient perspectives.

Tags

CCSS.RL.1.6

CCSS.RL.5.6

CCSS.RL.6.6

CCSS.RL.7.6

CCSS.RL.8.6

The dog barked loudly as John opened the door. He grabbed the leash and stepped outside.

• Third-Person Limited

• Third-Person Omniscient

• Third-Person Objective

Answer explanation

The passage describes actions without revealing thoughts or feelings, indicating a Third-Person Objective perspective. It focuses solely on observable events, like the dog barking and John stepping outside.

Tags

CCSS.RL.1.6

CCSS.RL.5.6

CCSS.RL.6.6

CCSS.RL.7.6

CCSS.RL.8.6

Amanda handed the cashier a twenty-dollar bill. The cashier smiled and gave her the change.

• Third-Person Limited

• Third-Person Omniscient

• Third-Person Objective

Answer explanation

The narrative describes actions without revealing thoughts or feelings, indicating a Third-Person Objective perspective. It focuses solely on observable events, like Amanda handing money and receiving change.

Tags

CCSS.RL.1.6

CCSS.RL.5.6

CCSS.RL.6.6

CCSS.RL.7.6

CCSS.RL.8.6

The students stood in line, waiting for the bell to ring. Some looked at their phones, while others chatted quietly.

• Third-Person Limited

• Third-Person Omniscient

• Third-Person Objective

Answer explanation

The passage describes the students' actions without revealing their thoughts or feelings, indicating a Third-Person Objective perspective. This viewpoint focuses solely on observable behaviors, making it the correct choice.

Tags

CCSS.RL.1.6

CCSS.RL.5.6

CCSS.RL.6.6

CCSS.RL.7.6

CCSS.RL.8.6

Tom didn’t know why Sarah had been so distant lately, but he was determined to find out. He replayed their last conversation in his mind.

• Third-Person Limited

• Third-Person Omniscient

• Third-Person Objective

Answer explanation

The narrative focuses on Tom's thoughts and feelings, revealing only his perspective. This indicates a Third-Person Limited point of view, as we do not have access to Sarah's thoughts or feelings.

Tags

CCSS.RL.1.6

CCSS.RL.5.6

CCSS.RL.6.6

CCSS.RL.7.6

CCSS.RL.8.6

Mia was nervous as she approached the stage. Her heart raced, and she wondered if the audience would like her speech.

• Third-Person Limited

• Third-Person Omniscient

• Third-Person Objective

Answer explanation

The narrative focuses on Mia's thoughts and feelings, revealing her nervousness and concerns about the audience's reaction. This perspective aligns with Third-Person Limited, as it provides insight into one character's inner experience.

Tags

CCSS.RL.1.6

CCSS.RL.5.6

CCSS.RL.6.6

CCSS.RL.7.6

CCSS.RL.8.6

Jonathan felt a surge of excitement as he opened the envelope. He knew this letter could change his life forever.

• Third-Person Limited

• Third-Person Omniscient

• Third-Person Objective

Answer explanation

The narrative focuses on Jonathan's feelings and thoughts, indicating a limited perspective. This aligns with Third-Person Limited, as it reveals only his internal experience, unlike Third-Person Omniscient, which would include others' thoughts.

Tags

CCSS.RL.1.6

CCSS.RL.5.6

CCSS.RL.6.6

CCSS.RL.7.6

CCSS.RL.8.6

Carla smiled at her friend, but inside, she felt a pang of jealousy. She wished she could be as confident as her friend.

• Third-Person Limited

• Third-Person Omniscient

• Third-Person Objective

Answer explanation

The narrative focuses on Carla's internal feelings, revealing her jealousy and desire for confidence. This perspective aligns with Third-Person Limited, as it provides insight into one character's thoughts without knowing others' feelings.

Tags

CCSS.RL.1.6

CCSS.RL.5.6

CCSS.RL.6.6

CCSS.RL.7.6

CCSS.RL.8.6

Daniel thought he was being clever, but Rachel wasn’t fooled. She could see right through his lies, and she was planning her next move.

• Third-Person Limited

• Third-Person Omniscient

• Third-Person Objective

Answer explanation

The passage reveals Daniel's thoughts and Rachel's awareness of his deception, indicating insight into both characters' minds. This perspective aligns with Third-Person Omniscient, as it provides knowledge beyond a single character's view.

Tags

CCSS.RL.1.6

CCSS.RL.5.6

CCSS.RL.6.6

CCSS.RL.7.6

CCSS.RL.8.6

As the storm raged outside, Mark was afraid of what might happen next, while his brother, Jake, remained calm, confident that they would be fine.

• Third-Person Limited

• Third-Person Omniscient

• Third-Person Objective

Answer explanation

The passage reveals the thoughts of both Mark and Jake, indicating insight into their feelings. This perspective aligns with Third-Person Omniscient, as it provides access to multiple characters' thoughts.

Tags

CCSS.RL.1.6

CCSS.RL.5.6

CCSS.RL.6.6

CCSS.RL.7.6

CCSS.RL.8.6