Question

when i got off from work that evening of december 1, i went to court square as usual to catch the cleveland avenue bus home. i didnt look to see who was driving when i got on, and by the time i recognized him, i had already paid my fare. it was the same driver who had put me off the bus back in 1943, twelve years earlier. he was still tall and heavy, with red, rough - looking skin. and he was still mean - looking. i didnt know if he had been on that route before - they switched the drivers around sometimes. i do know that most of the time if i saw him on a bus, i wouldnt get on it. - my story, rosa parks from what point of view are these events told? what indicates the point of view to readers? why is this point of view an effective choice?

Explanation:

1. The events are told from the first - person point of view as indicated by the use of "I" throughout the passage.
2. The use of "I" and personal experiences like recognizing the driver and personal feelings about him indicate the first - person point of view.
3. This point of view is effective as it allows readers to directly access the narrator's thoughts, feelings, and personal history. It creates an intimate connection between the reader and the narrator, making the story more relatable and engaging.

Answer:

1. First - person point of view
2. Use of "I" and personal experiences
3. Allows access to narrator's thoughts and feelings, creates intimacy