Perspective & Voice: Third Person in Social Issues
English
Grade 8
8 questions
~16 mins
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A worksheet focusing on developing third person perspective and voice through creative writing tasks centered around social issues for Grade 8 students.
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Perspective & Voice: Third Person in Social Issues
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Grade Grade 8
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Understanding Third Person Perspective
In the bustling city, a young woman named Maya volunteers at a local shelter. She observes the struggles of those experiencing homelessness and feels compelled to act. Maya’s perspective offers a compassionate view of societal challenges, highlighting the importance of community support and empathy.
1.
What is the main perspective presented in the passage?
[2 marks]2.
Identify one way the narrator maintains a third person perspective in the passage.
[2 marks]3.
Why is using third person perspective effective for discussing social issues?
[2 marks]B
Analyzing Narrative Voice
Read the excerpt below and analyze the narrative voice used.
1.
What tone does the narrator use to describe the volunteers’ efforts?
[2 marks]2.
Identify one literary technique the narrator uses to convey resilience.
[2 marks]C
Creative Writing Task: Social Issue Perspective
Write a short story (300-400 words) from the third person perspective about a social issue affecting your community. Include a clear narrative voice that emphasizes empathy and awareness. Use the checklist below to guide your writing.
1.
Prompt: Write a story from the third person about a social issue (e.g., homelessness, bullying, food insecurity). Focus on creating a compelling narrative voice that fosters understanding and empathy.
[15 marks]D
Identifying Techniques in Social Issue Narratives
Read the following short paragraph and identify the literary techniques used to convey the social issue.
1.
Identify one literary device used to highlight environmental concerns in the paragraph.
[2 marks]2.
Explain how the phrase 'silent protests filled the air with unspoken hope' affects the tone.
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- 1/1/2026
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