Point of View

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What is point of view in literature?

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Point of view refers to the perspective from which a story is told, influencing how readers understand the narrative.

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What are the three main types of point of view?

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First person, second person, and third person.

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Define first person point of view.

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First person point of view uses 'I' or 'we' and allows readers to see the story through the narrator's eyes.

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Define second person point of view.

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Second person point of view uses 'you' and directly addresses the reader, making them a character in the story.

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Define third person limited point of view.

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Third person limited point of view uses 'he,' 'she,' or 'they' and reveals the thoughts and feelings of only one character.

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Define third person omniscient point of view.

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Third person omniscient point of view uses 'he,' 'she,' or 'they' and reveals the thoughts and feelings of multiple characters.

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What is the role of the narrator in a story?

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The narrator is the person telling the story, guiding the reader through the plot and characters.

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How does point of view affect a story?

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Point of view shapes the reader's understanding of characters' thoughts, feelings, and motivations, influencing their connection to the story.

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What is an example of first person point of view?

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An example is: 'I walked to the store, feeling excited about my new shoes.'

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What is an example of second person point of view?

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An example is: 'You walk into the room and feel a chill in the air.'