Retrospective First Person Narration Quiz

Identify three key elements in retrospective first person narration.

• Perspective, past tense, reflection

• Third person, present tense, imagination

• Future tense, observation, present

• Objective, future tense, speculation

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CCSS.RL.1.6

CCSS.RL.5.6

CCSS.RL.6.6

CCSS.RL.7.6

CCSS.RL.8.6

What is the significance of using first person narration in engaging the reader?

• It creates a personal and immersive experience for the reader.

• It limits the reader's understanding of the story.

• It makes the story less relatable for the reader.

• It creates a sense of detachment for the reader.

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CCSS.RL.1.6

CCSS.RL.5.6

CCSS.RL.6.6

CCSS.RL.7.6

CCSS.RL.8.6

Evaluate the effectiveness of using first person narration in a given short story.

• Consider the impact on the author's personal experience

• Consider the impact on the reader's engagement, the depth of character development, and the overall storytelling experience.

• Focus on the use of dialogue in the short story

• Evaluate the use of third person narration instead

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CCSS.RL.2.10

CCSS.RL.2.2

CCSS.RL.2.3

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.4.4

Compare and contrast first person narration with third person omniscient narration.

• First person narration involves the use of 'I' or 'we' to tell the story from the perspective of a character within the story, while third person omniscient narration involves a narrator who knows the thoughts and feelings of all the characters in the story.

• First person narration involves a narrator who is not a character in the story.

• Third person omniscient narration involves the use of 'I' or 'we' to tell the story from the perspective of a character within the story.

• First person narration involves a narrator who knows the thoughts and feelings of all the characters in the story.

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CCSS.RL.1.6

CCSS.RL.5.6

CCSS.RL.6.6

CCSS.RL.7.6

CCSS.RL.8.6

Create a first person narration piece describing a memorable event from your life.

• I remember the time when I went on a solo trip to the mountains. The breathtaking views and the sense of freedom I felt will always stay with me.

• I remember the time when I went to the desert. The scorching heat and endless sand dunes were so inspiring.

• I remember the time when I stayed at home all day. The boredom and lack of excitement will always stay with me.

• I remember the time when I went to the moon. The low gravity and alien encounters were unforgettable.

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CCSS.RI.11-12.10

CCSS.RI.9-10.10

CCSS.RL.11-12.10

CCSS.RL.8.10

CCSS.RL.9-10.10

What are the key elements that distinguish retrospective first person narration from other narrative styles?

• The narrator's prediction of future events based on their own perspective.

• The narrator's focus on present events and their impact on the future.

• The narrator's retelling of events from a third person point of view.

• The narrator's reflection on past events and recounting from their own perspective.

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CCSS.RL.1.6

CCSS.RL.5.6

CCSS.RL.6.6

CCSS.RL.7.6

CCSS.RL.8.6

How does first person narration impact the reader's understanding of the protagonist's emotions and experiences?

• First person narration has no impact on the reader's understanding of the protagonist's emotions and experiences.

• First person narration makes the protagonist's emotions and experiences unclear to the reader.

• First person narration provides a direct insight into the protagonist's emotions and experiences.

• First person narration only focuses on the actions of the protagonist, not their emotions and experiences.

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CCSS.RL.1.6

CCSS.RL.5.6

CCSS.RL.6.6

CCSS.RL.7.6

CCSS.RL.8.6

Assess the effectiveness of using first person narration in a specific novel or memoir.

• Evaluate how the use of first person narration makes the story less personal and relatable

• Consider the impact of using third person narration instead of first person

• Consider how the use of first person enhances the reader's understanding of the narrator's perspective, emotions, and experiences.

• Assess the effectiveness of using first person narration in a scientific research paper

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CCSS.RL.1.6

CCSS.RL.5.6

CCSS.RL.6.6

CCSS.RL.7.6

CCSS.RL.8.6

Discuss the differences between first person narration and second person narration.

• First person narration uses 'you' to tell the story from the perspective of the narrator

• First person narration uses 'I' or 'we' to tell the story from the perspective of the narrator, while second person narration uses 'you' to directly address the reader or listener.

• Second person narration uses 'I' or 'we' to directly address the reader

• First person narration uses 'he' or 'she' to tell the story

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CCSS.RL.1.6

CCSS.RL.5.6

CCSS.RL.6.6

CCSS.RL.7.6

CCSS.RL.8.6

Compose a first person narration piece depicting a significant decision you made and its consequences.

• I decided to stay in my boring job and never took any risks. The consequences were uneventful and uninspiring.

• I decided to eat a sandwich for lunch instead of a salad. The consequences were irrelevant and insignificant.

• I decided to watch TV instead of studying for my exam. The consequences were inconsequential and unimportant.

• I decided to quit my job and pursue my passion for photography. The consequences were both challenging and rewarding. I faced financial uncertainty but also found fulfillment and success in my new career.

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CCSS.RI.11-12.10

CCSS.RI.9-10.10

CCSS.RL.11-12.10

CCSS.RL.8.10

CCSS.RL.9-10.10