Point of View and 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 story.

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What is first person point of view?

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First person point of view uses 'I' or 'we' and allows the narrator to share their personal experiences and thoughts.

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What is third person point of view?

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Third person point of view uses 'he', 'she', or 'they' and provides an outside perspective on the characters and events.

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Who is a narrator?

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A narrator is the person or character who tells the story, sharing their perspective and insights.

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What is perspective in literature?

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Perspective refers to the way a character views events and other characters, influenced by their experiences and feelings.

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How can you identify the narrator's perspective?

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You can identify the narrator's perspective by looking for clues in the text, such as the use of pronouns and the details shared.

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What does it mean to compare perspectives?

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To compare perspectives means to look at how different characters view the same events or situations differently.

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What is an example of a first person perspective?

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An example of a first person perspective is: 'I walked to the park and saw my friends there.'

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What is an example of a third person perspective?

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An example of a third person perspective is: 'She walked to the park and saw her friends there.'

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Why is understanding point of view important?

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Understanding point of view is important because it helps readers grasp the motivations and emotions of characters.