Alone in her studio, Mina sat in front of her canvas admiring her latest creation, when the doorbell rang. “Coming!” Mina shouted cheerfully as she ran down the stairs. She twisted the deadbolt and opened the door, but, to her surprise, the only thing waiting for her was the fresh air of the beautiful spring day. “Hello?” she asked, looking around. No one was there. She was just about to close the door when a glimmer of color caught her eye. Down by her feet, there was a small red box. Intrigued, she picked it up and took one last look around. A light breeze tickled her arm, and she shuddered.

In three to five sentences, explain what point of view the author uses and how the author creates interest in the story.

Write it like a 14 year old

The author uses third person limited point of view because the story is focusing on Mina's thoughts and feelings. The author creates interest in the story by starting with Mina in her studio, showing her excitement for her painting, and then introducing the mysterious red box at the door. By leaving the reader wondering who left the box and what is inside, the author keeps the reader hooked and eager to know more about what will happen next.