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What is the author's perspective?

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The author's perspective is their unique combination of ideas, values, beliefs, tone, diction, and voice.

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What does it mean to be 'in favor of' something?

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To be 'in favor of' something means to support or agree with it.

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What does it mean to be 'against' something?

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To be 'against' something means to oppose or disagree with it.

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What is an example of an author's perspective in a text?

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An example could be an author expressing a positive view on environmental conservation.

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How can an author's tone affect their perspective?

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An author's tone can convey their feelings about a subject, influencing how readers perceive their perspective.

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What is the significance of diction in understanding an author's perspective?

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Diction refers to word choice, which can reveal the author's attitude and perspective on a topic.

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What is a positive perspective?

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A positive perspective is one that views a subject favorably or optimistically.

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What is a negative perspective?

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A negative perspective is one that views a subject unfavorably or pessimistically.

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How can context influence an author's perspective?

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Context, including the author's background and the time period, can shape their views and opinions.

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What is an example of how people's actions can reflect their perspective?

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If an author writes about helping dolphins, it reflects a perspective that values kindness towards animals.