Who writes about Mr. Freeman's painting in Coloring Outside the Lines?

Who writes about Mr. Freeman's painting in Coloring Outside the Lines?

• A. A journalist
• B. Melinda
• C. Mr. Freeman
• D. Heather

Answer: (A)

When a passage about Mr. Freeman’s painting reads like a report for readers, the writer’s role is that of a journalist. The voice describes the painting, notes reactions, and explains why the work matters in the school context, using details and a focus on what’s observable rather than sharing personal feelings. That external, informative perspective is the hallmark of journalism, which is why this choice fits best. Melinda and Heather are characters who would carry personal perspectives in the story, and Mr. Freeman wouldn’t typically be the author of a piece about his own painting. Their typical voices don’t align with the reporting tone used to present the painting.

When a passage about Mr. Freeman’s painting reads like a report for readers, the writer’s role is that of a journalist. The voice describes the painting, notes reactions, and explains why the work matters in the school context, using details and a focus on what’s observable rather than sharing personal feelings. That external, informative perspective is the hallmark of journalism, which is why this choice fits best.

Melinda and Heather are characters who would carry personal perspectives in the story, and Mr. Freeman wouldn’t typically be the author of a piece about his own painting. Their typical voices don’t align with the reporting tone used to present the painting.