Question #N9
The novel "Jane Eyre" by Charlotte Bronte features scenes that use several literary devices, such as foreshadowing and imagery, to create a powerful and engaging reading experience. The novel is narrated by Jane Eyre herself, and the reader only sees the world through Jane’s eyes. This literary device is key in building empathy for Jane and her character. What is the most likely reason that the writer uses the first-person perspective?
In this passage, the use of the first-person perspective primarily serves to
A. create suspense and intrigue for the reader.
B. develop the reader’s understanding of the story’s setting.
C. emphasize the importance of the speaker’s feelings and experiences.
D. suggest that the speaker is addressing a large audience.
Correct Answer is: C
The first-person perspective is used to bring the reader into the mind of the speaker. This allows the reader to experience the events and feelings of the speaker directly, which can help build empathy for the speaker’s character.