Point of View/Author's Perspective FLASHCARD

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What is Point of View?

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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 1st Person Point of View?

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1st Person Point of View uses 'I' or 'we' and allows the reader to see the story through the narrator's eyes.

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What is 2nd Person Point of View?

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

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What is 3rd Person Objective Point of View?

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3rd Person Objective Point of View presents the story without revealing any character's thoughts or feelings, only actions and dialogue.

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What is 3rd Person Limited Point of View?

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3rd Person Limited Point of View focuses on one character's thoughts and feelings while telling the story from an outside perspective.

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What is 3rd Person Omniscient Point of View?

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3rd Person Omniscient Point of View allows the narrator to know the thoughts and feelings of all characters in the story.

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What is Author's Perspective?

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Author's Perspective is the unique viewpoint or opinion that an author expresses in their writing.

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How can you identify an author's perspective?

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You can identify an author's perspective by looking at their word choices, tone, and the way they present information.

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What does it mean if an author views something positively?

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If an author views something positively, they express approval or support for it, often highlighting its benefits.

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What does it mean if an author views something negatively?

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If an author views something negatively, they express disapproval or concern, often highlighting its drawbacks or dangers.