Point of View & Perspective

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What is point of view?

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Point of view is the perspective from which a story is told. It determines how the reader experiences the narrative.

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What is first person point of view?

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First person point of view uses pronouns like 'I' and 'we'. The narrator is a character in the story and shares their personal experiences.

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What is second person point of view?

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Second person point of view uses pronouns like 'you' and 'your'. The narrator addresses the reader directly, making them a character in the story.

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What is third person point of view?

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Third person point of view uses pronouns like 'he', 'she', and 'they'. The narrator is outside the story and describes the characters and events.

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What is third person limited point of view?

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In third person limited point of view, the narrator knows the thoughts and feelings of one character, providing a limited perspective.

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What is third person omniscient point of view?

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In third person omniscient point of view, the narrator knows the thoughts and feelings of all characters, providing a comprehensive view of the story.

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What is the author's perspective?

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The author's perspective is their attitude or opinion about a particular topic or issue, which influences how they present information in their writing.

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How does point of view affect a story?

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Point of view affects how readers perceive characters, events, and the overall message of the story. It shapes the reader's emotional connection to the narrative.

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What is an example of first person point of view?

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An example of first person point of view is: 'I walked to the store and saw my friend.'

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What is an example of second person point of view?

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An example of second person point of view is: 'You walk into the room and feel a chill in the air.'