To determine point of view's importance: Know whether events of the story are being interpreted by the author or by one of the characters. If interpreted by one of the characters: ask how this character's mind and personality affect his/her interpretations. ask whether the character is perceptive or imperceptive.
But in a poll done for The Wall Street Journal by NPD Group Inc. of Port Washington, N. Y., 70% of 1,000 respondents said they probably wouldn't take a prescription drug after its expiration date; 72% said the same of an over-the-counter remedy.
When we place expiration dates on drugs, it's an estimate as to how long it will remain effective. We rarely perform extensive tests to determine if the drugs or packing materials will form dangerous chemicals over time. As a general rule, you should never take expired medicine.