Literary Elements/ Point of View

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What is Point of View (POV)?

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Point of View (POV) is the perspective from which a story is told. It determines how the reader experiences the story.

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What is 1st person POV?

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1st person POV is when the narrator is a character in the story and uses 'I' or 'we' to tell the story.

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What is 2nd person POV?

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2nd person POV is when the narrator addresses the reader directly using 'you'.

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What is 3rd person POV?

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3rd person POV is when the narrator is outside the story and uses 'he', 'she', or 'they'.

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What are character traits?

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Character traits are the qualities or characteristics that describe a character's personality.

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What is a conflict in a story?

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Conflict is the main challenge or problem that a character faces in a story.

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What is the resolution of a story?

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The resolution is the part of the story where the conflict is resolved and the story comes to an end.

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What is the climax of a story?

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The climax is the most exciting or intense part of the story, where the main conflict reaches its peak.

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What does it mean to describe a character?

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To describe a character means to explain their traits, actions, and motivations in the story.

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How does 1st person POV affect the reader's experience?

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1st person POV allows readers to see the thoughts and feelings of the narrator, creating a personal connection.