Understanding Points of View Flashcard

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What is first person point of view?

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A narrative style where the story is told from the perspective of a character using 'I' or 'we'.

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What is third person point of view?

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A narrative style where the story is told by someone outside the story, using 'he', 'she', or 'they'.

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How can you identify the narrator in a story?

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By asking, 'Who is telling the story?'

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What does it mean when a story is told from a character's perspective?

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It means the character shares their thoughts and feelings directly with the reader.

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Give an example of a first person sentence.

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I love to play soccer.

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Give an example of a third person sentence.

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He enjoys reading books.

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What is the main difference between first person and third person point of view?

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First person uses 'I' or 'we', while third person uses 'he', 'she', or 'they'.

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Why is the narrator important in a story?

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The narrator helps the reader understand the story's events and characters.

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What does it mean for a story to be told by someone outside the story?

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It means the narrator is not a character in the story and provides an objective view.

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What question can help you understand the point of view of a story?

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Ask, 'Who is telling the story?'