2. … …
The narrator knows everything about all
characters in the story.
omniscient (adj): all-knowing
3. Third Person Omniscient Example
Adam couldn’t believe he had made such a
terrible mistake. Carrie wondered if she could
ever forgive him.
Can I forgive
him?
I can’t
believe I did
that…
5. Third Person Limited Example
Adam couldn’t believe he had made such a
terrible mistake. Carrie looked angry. He
wondered if she would ever forgive him.
I can’t
believe I did
that…
6. The narrator simply observes actions.
Usually has no opinion and is very impersonal.
7. Third Person Objective Example
After arguing, the young couple stood with
nothing left to say. Adam hung his head while
Carrie glared at him.