Point of View/ Author's Purpose

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What is the definition of Point of View (POV) in literature?

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Point of View (POV) refers to the perspective from which a story is narrated, influencing how readers perceive the events and characters.

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What are the three main types of Point of View?

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The three main types of Point of View are First Person, Second Person, and Third Person.

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What pronouns are commonly used in First Person POV?

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First Person POV uses pronouns such as I, we, us, and my.

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What is Second Person POV and what pronouns are used?

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Second Person POV addresses the reader directly using pronouns like you, your, and yours.

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What pronouns are typically found in Third Person POV?

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Third Person POV uses pronouns such as he, she, they, and it.

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How does First Person POV affect the reader's connection to the narrator?

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First Person POV creates a personal connection, allowing readers to experience the narrator's thoughts and feelings directly.

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What is the main characteristic of Second Person POV?

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The main characteristic of Second Person POV is that it directly involves the reader by using 'you'.

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In what type of writing is Second Person POV commonly used?

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Second Person POV is commonly used in instructional writing, self-help books, and some types of fiction.

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What is the difference between Third Person Limited and Third Person Omniscient?

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Third Person Limited focuses on the thoughts and feelings of one character, while Third Person Omniscient provides insights into the thoughts and feelings of multiple characters.

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Provide an example of a sentence written in First Person POV.

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An example of First Person POV is: 'I walked to the park and saw my friends there.'