In what narrative perspective is the narrator not a character in the story?

The correct answer is third person because, in this narrative perspective, the narrator tells the story from an outside viewpoint and does not participate in the events or actions of the story. This allows the narrator to describe the thoughts, feelings, and experiences of multiple characters without being one of them.

In third-person narration, the narrator might use pronouns like "he," "she," and "they," which emphasize that the narrator is separate from the characters. This perspective enables a broader understanding of the story by providing insights into different characters' motivations and perspectives, something the narrator cannot do if they are part of the narrative themselves.

Other perspectives, such as first person and second person, involve the narrator being a part of the story. In first person, the narrator is a character who uses "I" and shares their personal experiences directly. In second person, the narrator addresses the reader as "you," directly involving them in the story's events. Omniscient, while it often refers to a third-person perspective that can reveal multiple characters' thoughts, still falls under the broader category of third person. However, its focus is on an all-knowing narrator who may have more insight than the typical third-person narrator.