In what perspective does the narrator use pronouns like "he," "she," and "they" without knowing all thoughts?

The perspective in which the narrator uses pronouns such as "he," "she," and "they," while not knowing all thoughts, is third person limited. In this perspective, the narrator can convey the actions and feelings of one character at a time, but does not have access to the internal thoughts of all characters. This allows readers to gain insights into a specific character’s experiences and emotions, making the narrative more focused and personal, while still maintaining an objective distance.

In contrast, first person involves the narrator speaking from their own perspective using "I" or "we," which provides full access to the narrator’s thoughts and feelings but limits the reader’s understanding of other characters. Third person omniscient allows for insight into the thoughts and feelings of multiple characters, offering a wider scope of understanding beyond one character's perspective. Second person directly addresses the reader with "you," creating an immersive experience but not utilizing pronouns like "he" or "she" in the same way. Thus, third person limited specifically aligns with the use of "he," "she," and "they" while restricting access to the broader thoughts of all characters involved.