Point of View

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What is Point of View (POV)?

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Point of View (POV) refers to the perspective from which a story is told, influencing how readers perceive the narrative.

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What is 1st Person Point of View?

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1st Person Point of View is when the narrator tells their own story using 'I' or 'we', sharing personal thoughts and feelings.

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What is 2nd Person Point of View?

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2nd Person Point of View addresses the reader directly using 'you', making them a character in the story.

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What is 3rd Person Point of View?

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3rd Person Point of View is when the narrator tells the story from an outside perspective, using 'he', 'she', or 'they'.

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What is 3rd Person Omniscient POV?

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In 3rd Person Omniscient POV, the narrator knows the thoughts and feelings of multiple characters, providing a broader perspective.

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What is 3rd Person Limited POV?

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In 3rd Person Limited POV, the narrator knows the thoughts and feelings of only one character, focusing on their experiences.

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Example of 1st Person POV in a sentence.

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"I felt the rush of wind as I ran, my heart pounding with excitement."

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Example of 3rd Person POV in a sentence.

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"She ran up the hill, determined to win the race despite her exhaustion."

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What does 'narrator' mean?

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A narrator is the person or character who tells the story, providing the perspective and voice of the narrative.

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How does Point of View affect a story?

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Point of View affects how readers connect with characters, understand events, and interpret the story's meaning.