Perspective
Definition
Perspective refers to the point of view from which a story is told. It influences how information is presented and interpreted by readers since different perspectives offer unique insights into characters' thoughts, motivations, and experiences.
Related terms
First-person Perspective: The narrator is a character within the story, using "I" or "we" pronouns.
Third-person Limited Perspective: The narrator is an outsider who focuses on the thoughts and feelings of one character.
Third-person Omniscient Perspective: The narrator knows everything about all characters and events.
"Perspective" appears in:
Subjects (5)
AP English Language
AP European History
AP Human Geography
AP Psychology
AP US History
Study guides (2)
AP English Literature - 4.5 Narrative distance, tone, and perspective
AP English Literature - 6.4 The effect of narrative tone and bias on reading
Additional resources (1)
AP English Literature - Unit 4 Overview: Character, Conflict, and Storytelling
Practice Questions (3)
How does perspective affect the presentation of a story?
How does perspective affect the portrayal of characters in a story?
How does tone interact with narrative distance and perspective in a story?
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