Point of View and Narrative Distance
Exploring different narrative points of view (first, third limited, omniscient) and their impact on reader experience.
Key Questions
- Explain how changing the point of view alters the reader's access to information and empathy.
- Analyze the effect of narrative distance on the tone and suspense of a story.
- Construct a short scene from two different points of view.
National Curriculum Attainment Targets
Suggested Methodologies
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