Here's why:
* Third-person: The story uses "he" and "she" to refer to the characters, indicating a narrator outside the story.
* Omniscient: The narrator knows the thoughts and feelings of both the tortoise and the hare. For example, we know the hare is confident and arrogant, and we know the tortoise is persistent and determined.
This point of view allows the reader to understand the motivations and personalities of both characters, making the story more engaging and insightful.