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The document explains the concept of point of view in literature, likening it to glasses that influence how a story is perceived. It outlines three main types of point of view: first person, second person, and third person, each with unique characteristics and effects on storytelling. Additionally, it highlights how point of view is crucial for character development and reader perception.

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Point of View.pptx

The document explains the concept of point of view in literature, likening it to glasses that influence how a story is perceived. It outlines three main types of point of view: first person, second person, and third person, each with unique characteristics and effects on storytelling. Additionally, it highlights how point of view is crucial for character development and reader perception.

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WHO TELLS

THE STORY?
Understanding point of view and
character
POINT OF VIEW IS LIKE
THE GLASSES THROUGH
WHICH YOU'RE LOOKING
AT A STORY.
It can change how you feel about the
characters, the setting, and what's
happening. It's a really important part of
how stories are written and can make them
more interesting and fun to read!
TYPES OF VIEWS
There are three main types of point of view in literature

FIRST PERSON SECOND PERSON THIRD PERSON


POINT OF VIEW POINT OF VIEW POINT OF VIEW
FIRST PERSON
point of view

● This is when the story is told from the


perspective of a character in the story,
using words like "I," "me," and "my." It's
like the character is telling you their own
story.
● In first person omniscient, the narrator
can share what all the other characters
are feeling.
○ Kind of like they have a super power!
○ Omniscient means ALL KNOWING!
SECOND
PERSON
point of view
This is when the story is told from the
perspective of someone talking to
"you." It's not as common as first or
third person, but it can be used in some
stories.

Uses “you,” and “your” in the story.


THIRD
PERSON
point of view
This is when the story is told from the perspective
of someone outside of the story, using words like
"he," "she," “it,” or "they." It's like the narrator is
telling you what's happening in the story, but they're
not one of the characters.
● Third person omniscient point of view let's the
author peer into the minds of every character in
a scene.
● Third person limited point of view only let’s the
author see ONE character’s thoughts/feelings at
a time.
CHARACTERIZATION
Authors use point of view to develop the characters in a
story by showing their thoughts, feelings, and actions
from a specific perspective. The point of view chosen by
the author can significantly impact how the reader
perceives the characters and their experiences.

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