Narrative Point of View

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What is Narrative Point of View?

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Narrative Point of View refers to the perspective from which a story is told. It determines how much the reader knows about the characters' thoughts and feelings.

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What is First Person Point of View?

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First Person Point of View is when the narrator is a character in the story, using pronouns like 'I' or 'we'. This perspective allows readers to see the story through the narrator's eyes.

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What is Second Person Point of View?

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Second Person Point of View addresses the reader directly using 'you'. It is less common in narratives but creates an immersive experience.

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What is Third Person Limited Point of View?

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Third Person Limited Point of View is when the narrator is outside the story and knows the thoughts and feelings of only one character.

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What is Third Person Omniscient Point of View?

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Third Person Omniscient Point of View is when the narrator knows the thoughts and feelings of all characters in the story, providing a broader perspective.

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Example of First Person Point of View.

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"I walked to the store, feeling the cool breeze on my face."

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Example of Second Person Point of View.

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"You walk into the room and feel a sense of unease."

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Example of Third Person Limited Point of View.

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"She looked out the window, wondering if he would come back."

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Example of Third Person Omniscient Point of View.

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"He was worried about the test, while she was excited for the weekend plans."

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What are the advantages of First Person Point of View?

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It allows for deep emotional connection and personal insight into the narrator's thoughts and feelings.