Author's point of view and purpose

The author's purpose is the reason why they write.  Which of the following is NOT an author's purpose?

• to Persuade (goal- to convince the reader)
• to Inform (goal- to state the facts)
• to Share a personal experience (goal- to share memories, hopes or dreams)
• To see how many compound-complex sentences they can squeeze into one text.

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CCSS.RI.6.6

CCSS.RI.6.9

CCSS.RI.7.9

CCSS.RI.8.9

CCSS.RL.6.6

 which is NOT an example of types of persuasive writing:

• letters
• speeches
• advertisements
• dictionary

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TEKS.ELA.2.9E.II

TEKS.ELA.E1.8

TEKS.ELA.E2.8

TEKS.ELA.E3.8

TEKS.ELA.E4.8

which of the following is NOT an example of types of informative writing:

• newspaper
• dictionary
• editorial
• pamphlet

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CCSS.RI.5.5

CCSS.RI.6.5

CCSS.RI.7.5

CCSS.RI.8.5

CCSS.RI.9-10.5

When authors write to share a personal experience they are sharing their memories, hopes or dreams.
Which of the following is NOT an example of sharing personal experiences?

• diary
• advertisement
• letters
• personal essay

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CCSS.W.8.3A

The author’s point of view reveals the author’s beliefs, personal judgments or _______________ toward a certain subject.

• attitudes
• clothing choice
• favorite foods
• hair styles

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CCSS.RI.6.9

CCSS.RI.7.9

CCSS.RI.8.6

CCSS.RI.8.9

CCSS.RL.6.6

Coyotes Invade Downtown The discovery of a wild coyote in late 1997 in the Henry M. Jackson Federal Building in downtown Seattle should come as a wake-up call. The United States has a serious coyote problem! From their traditional enclaves in the western desert, these opportunistic canines have now invaded the entire continental United States. They have taken over parks, farms, vacant lots, and now perhaps the downtown areas of major cities. Homeowners report losing cats and dogs to the beasts, and young children are under attack. Enough is enough. Since humans are the only natural enemy of coyotes, we demand that state and federal agencies institute coyote trapping programs. That is the only way to decrease the number of coyotes to a manageable level. WHAT IS THE AUTHOR'S PURPOSE?

• to inform
• to entertain
• to persuade
• to share a personal experience

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TEKS.ELA.7.9A

TEKS.ELA.7.9B

TEKS.ELA.8.9A

TEKS.ELA.8.9B

TEKS.ELA.E4.8B

The discovery of a wild coyote in late 1997 in the Henry M. Jackson Federal Building in downtown Seattle should come as a wake-up call. The United States has a serious coyote problem! From their traditional enclaves in the western desert, these opportunistic canines have now invaded the entire continental United States. They have taken over parks, farms, vacant lots, and now perhaps the downtown areas of major cities. Homeowners report losing cats and dogs to the beasts, and young children are under attack. Enough is enough. Since humans are the only natural enemy of coyotes, we demand that state and federal agencies institute coyote trapping programs. That is the only way to decrease the number of coyotes to a manageable level.
WHAT IS THE AUTHOR'S POINT OF VIEW?

• The author loves coyotes and thinks everyone should adopt one.
• The author feels coyotes are dangerous
• The author feels that humans are the problem
• The author is neutral

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.6

CCSS.RI.11-12.6

CCSS.RI.8.6

CCSS.RL.11-12.6

CCSS.RL.9-10.6

Which of the following might NOT be good strategy questions to ask in order to find out the author's point of view or perspective?

• Based on the title, why do think the author wrote this selection?
• How did the author influence your response to the selection?
• Was the author’s purpose specifically stated?
• Does the author enjoy chocolate cake?

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CCSS.RI.2.1

CCSS.RI.3.1

CCSS.RL.1.1

CCSS.RL.2.1

CCSS.RL.3.1

In order to analyze an article for the author's point of view which of the following might you NOT bother to look for?

• Actions shown in the article
• vocabulary/diction
• conflicts shown in the article
• any typos in the article

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CCSS.RI.6.6

CCSS.RI.6.9

CCSS.RL.6.6

CCSS.RL.7.6

CCSS.RL.8.6

Authors may have more than  one reason for writing

• true
• false

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.6

CCSS.RI.8.6

CCSS.RI.8.9

CCSS.RL.8.6

CCSS.RL.9-10.6