Title: The Secret of Willow Creek In the small town of Meadowbrook, there was a hidden creek surrounded by dense forest. Most townsfolk avoided it, believing the place to be enchanted. However, twelve-year-old Sam had always been curious about the mysterious creek. Stories from the local elders spoke of a hidden treasure buried somewhere near the water, said to be left by a pirate who once sailed through the area. One crisp autumn morning, Sam decided to investigate. Armed with a map he had drawn based on the old tales, he ventured into the forest. The air was cool and filled with the scent of pine and fallen leaves. Sam’s heart raced with excitement as he reached the creek, its clear water flowing gently over smooth stones. As he followed the map, Sam noticed several landmarks mentioned in the stories: an ancient oak tree with a hollow trunk, a large rock shaped like a ship's wheel, and a patch of wildflowers that seemed out of place. Each discovery made Sam more determined to find the treasure. Finally, Sam arrived at the spot indicated on his map. He dug carefully and, after a few hours of hard work, his shovel struck something solid. With a sense of triumph, Sam unearthed a small, rusty chest. Inside, he found old coins and a faded letter. The letter, written in elegant script, revealed that the treasure was not gold or jewels but a collection of cherished memories from the pirate’s past adventures. Sam returned to town, eager to share his find. The townspeople were impressed and touched by the discovery. Though the treasure was not what they had expected, they admired Sam’s perseverance and spirit. The creek, once feared and neglected, became a place of local pride and historical significance.

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The point of view of the passage is third-person limited. The narration focuses on Sam's experiences, thoughts, and feelings as he explores the creek and searches for the treasure, but it does not provide insight into the thoughts or feelings of other characters in the story.

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Title: The Secret of Willow Creek In the small town of Meadowbrook, there was a hidden creek surrounded by dense forest. Most townsfolk avoided it, believing the place to be enchanted. However, twelve-year-old Sam had always been curious about the mysterious creek. Stories from the local elders spoke of a hidden treasure buried somewhere near the water, said to be left by a pirate who once sailed through the area. One crisp autumn morning, Sam decided to investigate. Armed with a map he had drawn based on the old tales, he ventured into the forest. The air was cool and filled with the scent of pine and fallen leaves. Sam’s heart raced with excitement as he reached the creek, its clear water flowing gently over smooth stones. As he followed the map, Sam noticed several landmarks mentioned in the stories: an ancient oak tree with a hollow trunk, a large rock shaped like a ship's wheel, and a patch of wildflowers that seemed out of place. Each discovery made Sam more determined to find the treasure. Finally, Sam arrived at the spot indicated on his map. He dug carefully and, after a few hours of hard work, his shovel struck something solid. With a sense of triumph, Sam unearthed a small, rusty chest. Inside, he found old coins and a faded letter. The letter, written in elegant script, revealed that the treasure was not gold or jewels but a collection of cherished memories from the pirate’s past adventures. Sam returned to town, eager to share his find. The townspeople were impressed and touched by the discovery. Though the treasure was not what they had expected, they admired Sam’s perseverance and spirit. The creek, once feared and neglected, became a place of local pride and historical significance.
What is the point of view of the passage?

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The point of view of the passage is third-person limited. The narration focuses on Sam's experiences, thoughts, and feelings as he explores the creek and searches for the treasure, but it does not provide insight into the thoughts or feelings of other characters in the story.