Question

what effect does the first - person, retrospective structure have on the passage? the narrators emphasis on negative memories reinforces the idea that she came to regret taking that governess job. the narrators slight shift in focus late in the passage suggests that she is surprised but also glad that she accepted the position. the narrators use of overly long and descriptive sentences demonstrates how she has overly romanticized her love of governess work. the narrators confused and often contradictory details suggest that the narrative is not an objective and accurate account of what happened.

Explanation:

The passage starts with the narrator looking back on her assumptions and plans regarding the boy's education, then shifts to her self - discovery during that time. The slight shift from focusing on educational plans to personal growth late in the passage suggests a positive feeling about accepting the position. There are no strong negative memories emphasized, no over - romanticization of the work through long sentences, and no indication of confused or contradictory details undermining objectivity.

Answer:

The narrator's slight shift in focus late in the passage suggests that she is surprised but also glad that she accepted the position.