IXL | Distinguish points of view | 3rd grade language arts

The following texts are both about a dance show.

This text is told from the point of view of Anna, who is watching the dancers:

The dancer's steps were lighter than a cat's as he crossed the stage. He seemed to float at the top of each jump. Then he spun like a top. He had a calm smile on his face during the whole dance.

This text is told from the point of view of Stanley, who is dancing:

With all the strength I could gather, I jumped across the stage. I stretched like a starfish to make my jumps higher. My legs were aching, but I wasn't done yet. I reminded myself to smile and put all my power into one last spin.

How is Stanley's point of view different from Anna's?

Stanley describes the dancing as natural and simple to learn.

Stanley describes the dancing as tiring and taking a lot of strength.

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The following texts are both about a new movie.

This text is from a newspaper article about the movie:

Space Race III continues the magic of Space Race I and Space Race II. In Space Race III, our heroes' ship crashes on a dangerous planet. Their journey home is exciting, funny, and unforgettable. Children and adults will both enjoy this fast-paced space adventure.

This text is from the point of view of Stacy, a woman who saw the movie:

I couldn't help but roll my eyes as I watched the first few minutes of Space Race III. The costumes seemed to be made of tin foil, and the spaceship looked like a toy. I almost fell asleep halfway through. I knew I should have gone to see The Pet Express instead.

How is Stacy's point of view different from the article author's?

Stacy makes the movie sound new and exciting.

Stacy makes the movie sound silly and boring.

key idea

A point of view is a way of seeing or thinking about something. People with different points of view may describe the same topic very differently.

For example, two authors may have different information about a topic, or they may not agree on what is important. So, they might include different facts or details.

Or, two narrators may have different feelings or opinions about a topic. So, they might change how the reader sees the characters, settings, or events.

solution

The article author makes the movie sound exciting and enjoyable.

Stacy's point of view is different. This text makes the movie sound silly and boring.

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