Writing with Perspective Point of View FirstPerson Clue

First-Person Clue words: I, me, my, our, we Example I went to the store

Third Person Omniscient Clue words: He, she, they, it, character’s names Told from an

Third Person Limited Clue words: He, she, they, it, character’s names • Told from

Third Person Objective • Clue words: He, she, they, it, character’s names • The

Second Person Clue words: you, your, or anytime you directly address the reader The

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Writing with Perspective Point of View

First-Person Clue words: I, me, my, our, we Example I went to the store with my friend. We bought candy and left. Who is telling the story? In First-Person, the narrator is “I” or “we” and is a character in the story

Third Person Omniscient Clue words: He, she, they, it, character’s names Told from an outsider’s perspective. Narrator is not part of the story. • Example: Julie and Jimmie both really liked each other, but both were too shy to tell. • The narrator knows the thoughts and actions of all characters in the story

Third Person Limited Clue words: He, she, they, it, character’s names • Told from an outsider’s perspective. Narrator is not part of the story. • The narrator only knows the thoughts and actions of one character (usually the main character) • Julie liked Jimmie, but she was unsure if he liked her back, so she didn’t tell.

Third Person Objective • Clue words: He, she, they, it, character’s names • The narrator tells a story as though watching it happen, but doesn’t know anyone’s thoughts. • Like watching a movie.

Second Person Clue words: you, your, or anytime you directly address the reader The author is speaking directly to the reader. NO SECOND PERSON IN ACADEMIC WRITING Example You stayed up late last night and now you’re tired, but you need to pass this class. OR Agree with me because I am right! It is mainly used for instructions or directions.