Point of View. Point of view is the vantage point from which a story is told. Stories are often written from a first-person point of view, in which the narrator uses words such as I and we. They can also be told from a third-person point of view, in which the narrator uses words such as he, she, and they, and avoids the use of I and me. As you read, identify the point of view from which this story is told.
Character. A character is a person or animal who takes part in the action of a literary work. The main character is called the protagonist. In this story, Squeaky is the protagonist. A character who struggles against the main character is called an antagonist. Characters can also be classified as major characters or minor characters. Major characters are ones who play important roles in a work. Minor characters are ones who play less important roles. As you read “Raymond’s Run,” try to determine who is the antagonist. Then, think about which characters are major characters and which are minor characters.
Hyperbole. A hyperbole is an exaggeration made for effect. An example of hyperbole is the statement “I’m hungry enough to eat a horse.”
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• Science Connection. People in most countries in the world measure distances using the metric system. The metric system is used in the United States in science and in track and field sports. The basic unit in the metric system is the meter, which is about three and a half feet. A thousand meters is a kilometer, which is equal to about two-thirds of a mile.
• Squeaky, the main character in “Raymond’s Run,” is an extremely fast runner. Some runners compete in short races called sprints. A sprinter must reach his or her highest speed very quickly but does not need to keep that speed for long. Other races can be as long as 10,000 meters. Runners plan such long races carefully. They usually want to save some energy for a fast finish.
Look for examples of hyperbole as you read through this story and think about the effect the writer was trying to achieve with these examples. Use a graphic organizer to record your thoughts.
Which of your skills make you proudest and most confident?
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