Which point of view does the narrator use in the passage? Some feeling of courage or pride surely enters your soul, and the blood flows faster in your veins, at the thought that you, too, are in Sevastopol. "Your honor, you're steering straight into the Constantine," says the old seaman, who has turned to see where you are steering. "All her cannons are still on board," says the boy, examining the ship as he rows past her. From Leo Tolstoy, Sevastopol Sketches Options: - First person - Second person - Third person
Answer (1)
The passage from Leo Tolstoy's 'Sevastopol Sketches' uses the second person point of view. In writing, the second person point of view directly addresses the reader using the pronoun 'you,' creating an immersive and engaging experience.
Here is how we can break it down:
Point of View Definition : The second person point of view utilizes the pronoun 'you.' It is less commonly used in literature but serves to involve the reader more directly in the action or emotions being described.
Evidence from the Text : In the passage provided, phrases like 'surely enters your soul' and 'where you are steering' directly address the reader, making them a participant in the scene. This is a clear indication of the second person point of view.
Effect on the Reader : Using this point of view can make the reader feel more engaged or part of the story, allowing them to experience the events and emotions more personally.
In summary, the use of 'you' in the passage leads us to conclude that it is indeed written in the second person point of view.
