In a paragraph of 3–5 sentences, first write a sentence that uses a shift in voice. Then explain why the shift is incorrect. Finally, write a sentence that corrects the shift.
Incorrect: While reading the book, you can see that the author uses vivid imagery to describe the setting. This sentence shifts from third person to second person, which is incorrect because it creates confusion about who is being referred to in the sentence.
Correct: While reading the book, one can see that the author uses vivid imagery to describe the setting. This sentence uses third person throughout, which is clearer and more consistent in its point of view.