Word Work #8

Question 1

The perspective from which a story is told. Common points of view include first person, second person, and third person.

Answer 1

Point of View

Question 2

The person or character who tells the story. In a work of fiction, the narrator’s identity and point of view can greatly influence how the story is perceived.

Answer 2

Narrator

Question 3

A point of view in which the narrator is a character within the story, using “I” or “we.” This perspective provides insight into the narrator’s personal thoughts and feelings.

Answer 3

First-Person Narration

Question 4

A narrative perspective where the narrator is outside the story but focuses on the thoughts, feelings, and experiences of one character, using pronouns like “he” or “she.”

Answer 4

Third-Person Limited

Question 5

A narrative perspective in which the narrator knows all the thoughts, feelings, and actions of all characters in the story, providing a comprehensive view.

Answer 5

Third-Person Omniscient

Question 6

The narrator’s or author’s personal inclination, opinion, or prejudice toward a particular character, idea, or group, which can influence the narrative tone or perspective.

Answer 6

Bias

Question 7

Perspective

Answer 7

A character’s viewpoint or attitude towards events in the story. This can affect how readers interpret character actions and themes.

Question 8

The author’s or narrator’s attitude toward the subject matter or characters, which can influence the reader’s interpretation of the text.

Answer 8

Tone

Question 9

A narrator whose credibility is compromised, often leaving the reader questioning the truthfulness or accuracy of the narrative.

Answer 9

Unreliable Narrator

Question 10

The reason the author created the text, which can be to inform, entertain, persuade, or express an opinion. The purpose often shapes the way the story is told and the perspective that is presented.

Answer 10

Author’s Purpose