Exploring Narrative Perspectives Flashcard

Front

First person point of view

Back

The narrator is a character in the story, using "I" or "we."

Front

Which pronoun is typically used in a third person limited point of view? Options: I, We, He/She, You

Back

He/She

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In a third person omniscient point of view, what can the narrator do?

Back

Know the thoughts and feelings of all characters.

Front

Identify the point of view: "I walked to the store and bought some milk."

Back

First person

Front

Which point of view allows the reader to understand the inner thoughts of multiple characters? Options: First person, Third person limited, Third person omniscient, Second person

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Third person omniscient

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How does a third person limited point of view affect the reader's understanding of the story?

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It limits the reader to the thoughts and feelings of one character.

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Analyze how the use of first person point of view can impact the reader's connection to the narrator.

Back

It allows the reader to experience the story through the narrator's eyes.

Front

Evaluate the effectiveness of third person omniscient point of view in building suspense in a story.

Back

It reveals all information, reducing suspense.

Front

Consider a story where the narrator knows the thoughts of only one character. What point of view is this?

Back

Third person limited

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What is a potential disadvantage of using first person point of view in a narrative?

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It limits the perspective to only what the narrator knows.