First Person Narrative Flashcards

AQA GCSE English Language specification

First-person narrative

A narrative viewpoint where the story is told from the perspective of 'I' or 'we', using first-person pronouns.

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First-person narrative

A narrative viewpoint where the story is told from the perspective of 'I' or 'we', using first-person pronouns.

Pronouns in first-person narrative

First-person pronouns such as 'I', 'me', 'my', 'we', and 'our' are used to convey the narrator's perspective.

Effect of first-person narrative

Creates a sense of intimacy and immediacy, allowing readers to connect closely with the narrator's thoughts and feelings.

Subjectivity in first-person narrative

The narrator's perspective is subjective, meaning it is influenced by their personal experiences, opinions, and emotions.

Reliability of first-person narrator

A first-person narrator may be unreliable, as their account can be biased, incomplete, or influenced by their own perspective.

First-person narrative and tone

The tone in a first-person narrative reflects the narrator's attitude and emotions, shaping how the story is perceived.

First-person narrative and structure

The structure often follows the narrator's personal journey or experiences, with shifts in focus reflecting their thoughts and feelings.

First-person narrative and perspective

The perspective is limited to the narrator's knowledge and experiences, which can create suspense or restrict the reader's understanding.

First-person narrative in descriptive writing

Allows the writer to describe events and settings from a personal viewpoint, adding depth and detail to the description.

First-person narrative in Paper 1

Students may encounter first-person narratives in the unseen fiction extract and should analyse how this viewpoint influences the reader.

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