Point of View

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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 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 thoughts and feelings of the narrator.

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What is 2nd Person Point of View?

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

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What is 3rd Person Point of View?

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3rd Person Point of View uses 'he', 'she', or 'they' and tells the story from an outside perspective.

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Example of 1st Person Point of View.

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"I went to the park and saw my friends."

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Example of 2nd Person Point of View.

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"You should try the new ice cream shop in town."

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Example of 3rd Person Point of View.

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"She walked her dog in the neighborhood."

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How does 1st Person Point of View affect a story?

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It allows readers to connect deeply with the narrator's personal experiences and emotions.

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How does 2nd Person Point of View affect a story?

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It makes the reader feel involved in the action, as if they are part of the story.

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How does 3rd Person Point of View affect a story?

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It provides a broader perspective, allowing readers to see multiple characters' thoughts and actions.