
Analyzing Author's Purpose and Credibility

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English
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9th Grade
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Hard
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Rebecca Corona
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15 questions
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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
How does the structure of a text contribute to achieving the author's purpose?
By providing a detailed summary of the content
By organizing information to highlight key points
By using complex vocabulary to confuse the reader
By including irrelevant details to distract the reader
Tags
CCSS.RI. 9-10.6
CCSS.RI.8.6
CCSS.RI.8.9
CCSS.RL.8.6
CCSS.RL.9-10.6
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which of the following best describes how an author's use of language can shape a reader's perception?
By using technical jargon to make the text more credible
By employing vivid imagery to evoke emotions
By including numerous footnotes to provide additional information
By using a monotonous tone to maintain composure
Tags
CCSS.RI. 9-10.6
CCSS.RI.8.6
CCSS.RI.8.9
CCSS.RL.8.6
CCSS.RL.9-10.6
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
How might a writer's point of view affect the credibility of a text?
By ensuring all facts are presented objectively
By introducing bias that influences the interpretation of information
By using a demure tone to downplay important details
By maintaining a subservient attitude towards the subject
Tags
CCSS.RI. 9-10.6
CCSS.RI.8.6
CCSS.RI.8.9
CCSS.RL.8.6
CCSS.RL.9-10.6
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the primary purpose of using anaphora in poetry?
To create a sense of rhythm and emphasis
To confuse the reader with repetition
To introduce new themes in each stanza
To maintain a consistent iambic pentameter
Tags
CCSS.RL.8.10
CCSS.RL.8.4
CCSS.RL.8.5
CCSS.RL.9-10.10
CCSS.RL.9-10.9
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
In what way can graphic features enhance a reader's understanding of a text?
By providing a visual representation of complex ideas
By distracting the reader from the main content
By adding unnecessary details to the text
By simplifying the language used in the text
Tags
CCSS.RI.1.5
CCSS.RI.2.5
CCSS.RI.K.5
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
How does a writer's composure influence the tone of a text?
By creating a chaotic and disorganized narrative
By maintaining a calm and controlled presentation of ideas
By introducing frequent emotional outbursts
By using a demure style to avoid strong opinions
Tags
CCSS.RL.11-12.4
CCSS.RL.6.4
CCSS.RL.7.4
CCSS.RL.8.4
CCSS.RL.9-10.4
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What role does the theme play in achieving the author's purpose in a text?
It serves as a distraction from the main argument
It provides a central idea that guides the narrative
It introduces unrelated topics to broaden the discussion
It complicates the reader's understanding of the text
Tags
CCSS.RI. 9-10.6
CCSS.RI.8.6
CCSS.RI.8.9
CCSS.RL.8.6
CCSS.RL.9-10.6
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