Distinguish which narratives would be the most appropriate for an omniscient point of view. Select the two correct answers.(1 point)

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A yacht capsizes, and a group of survivors land on a deserted island.
A yacht capsizes, and a group of survivors land on a deserted island.

Numerous attendees to a Victorian ball interact and vie for the most desirable matches to dance with.
Numerous attendees to a Victorian ball interact and vie for the most desirable matches to dance with.

A speaker writes a long letter to their mother when they are studying in another country with a foreign exchange program.
A speaker writes a long letter to their mother when they are studying in another country with a foreign exchange program.

A woman survives a power outage and a blizzard in her isolated vacation cabin in the woods.
A woman survives a power outage and a blizzard in her isolated vacation cabin in the woods.

A student athlete needs to decide which college to choose after being offered scholarships.

Answer 1

The two narratives that would be the most appropriate for an omniscient point of view are:

1. Numerous attendees to a Victorian ball interact and vie for the most desirable matches to dance with.
   An omniscient point of view would allow insight into the thoughts and perspectives of multiple attendees, showcasing their motivations and interactions throughout the evening.

2. A yacht capsizes, and a group of survivors land on a deserted island.
   With an omniscient perspective, the story can explore the thoughts, feelings, and individual experiences of each survivor as they cope with the situation, revealing the complexities of their relationships and dynamics.

The other narratives—such as the speaker writing a letter, the woman in her cabin, and the student athlete’s decision—are more personal and focused on individual experiences, making them less suitable for an omniscient narrative style.