KS2 Primary English Age 9-13 - Writing: Viewpoint - Explained

The video tutorial explains how to identify narrative perspectives in writing, focusing on first, second, and third-person viewpoints. It highlights the use of varied viewpoints in nonfiction to provide context and relevance. An example text is analyzed to determine its viewpoint and purpose, emphasizing the informative nature of the text. The tutorial also discusses how informative texts use facts and explanations to engage the reader.

What is the primary perspective used when a narrator is outside the events in a story?

• Third person

• Fourth person

• Second person

• First person

Which pronoun is commonly used in second-person narrative?

• You

• They

• She

• He

In nonfiction, which perspective is typically used?

• First person

• Second person

• Third person

• Fourth person

What is the main purpose of the example text about panda cubs?

• To entertain

• To inform

• To persuade

• To narrate

How can you tell the example text is written in the third person?

• It uses 'you'

• It uses 'I' and 'we'

• It uses 'he', 'she', 'it', or 'they'

• It uses 'us'

What additional elements are used in the example text to enhance understanding?

• Dialogue

• Poetry

• Other writing purposes

• Metaphors

What is the overall purpose of the example text, despite using other elements?

• To entertain

• To inform

• To confuse

• To persuade