*Point of View and Perspective 2022

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What is the definition of 1st person point of view?

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1st person point of view is a narrative perspective where the narrator is a character in the story, using pronouns like 'I' or 'we'.

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What is the definition of 2nd person point of view?

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2nd person point of view is a narrative perspective where the narrator directly addresses the reader using the pronoun 'you'.

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What is the definition of 3rd person point of view?

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3rd person point of view is a narrative perspective where the narrator is outside the story and refers to characters using pronouns like 'he', 'she', or 'they'.

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What is 3rd person omniscient point of view?

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3rd person omniscient point of view is when the narrator knows the thoughts and feelings of all characters in the story.

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What is 3rd person limited point of view?

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3rd person limited point of view is when the narrator knows the thoughts and feelings of only one character, providing a limited perspective.

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How does the choice of point of view affect a story?

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The choice of point of view affects the reader's connection to characters, the amount of information revealed, and the overall tone of the story.

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What are the advantages of using 1st person point of view?

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Advantages of 1st person point of view include a deeper emotional connection to the narrator and a more personal storytelling experience.

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What are the disadvantages of using 2nd person point of view?

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Disadvantages of 2nd person point of view include potential reader alienation and difficulty in maintaining narrative flow.

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In what situations might an author choose 3rd person omniscient?

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An author might choose 3rd person omniscient to provide a broader perspective on the story and to explore multiple characters' thoughts and motivations.

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What is an example of a story written in 1st person point of view?

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An example of a story written in 1st person point of view is 'The Catcher in the Rye' by J.D. Salinger.