How does the first-person viewpoint influence meaning in this story? It allows readers to see the flaws and prejudices of both the narrator and the villagers.

It enables readers to better understand the difficulties of moving to a new place and trying to assimilate into a new culture.

It ensures that the story remains objective and portrays both the narrator and the native villagers as complete characters.

It causes readers to sympathize with the narrator and view the villagers as manipulative and dishonest just as the narrator does.