Perspective

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What is perspective in literature?

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Perspective in literature refers to the viewpoint from which a story is told. It influences how readers understand the events and characters.

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What are the three main points of view in writing?

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The three main points of view are: 1. First person (I, me), 2. Second person (you), 3. Third person (he, she, they).

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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 and uses 'I' or 'we' to tell the story.

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What is second person point of view?

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Second person point of view is when the narrator addresses the reader directly using 'you'.

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What is third person point of view?

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Third person point of view is when the narrator is outside the story and refers to characters as 'he', 'she', or 'they'.

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What does it mean to identify the narrator's perspective?

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Identifying the narrator's perspective means understanding who is telling the story and their viewpoint or bias.

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How can a character's perspective affect a story?

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A character's perspective can shape the reader's understanding of events, influence their feelings towards other characters, and create tension or empathy.

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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 felt the cool breeze on my face.'

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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 felt the cool breeze on her face.'

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What is the author's perspective?

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The author's perspective is their personal viewpoint or opinion on a subject, which can influence the message of their writing.