What Opinion Does the Author

What is author's viewpoint?

• The way the author's perspective about something

• Information from the text that proves or supports something

• The summary of a topic

• Ideas that influence people's opinions

The type of writing where an author can be seen to be expressing his/her personal view.

• Objective

• Subjective

The type of writing where an author expresses his/her thoughts about a subject.

• Objective

• Subjective

The type of writing where an author expresses his/ or her judgments about a topic.

• Objective

• Subjective

The penny has outstayed its welcome in the United States. Pennies are obsolete. You cannot use a penny in most vending machines or to pay your way on most public transportation. Pennies have very little use in today's world.

Which statement would this author probably agree with?

• Pennies are needed when giving change at the store.

• If we didn't have pennies, prices could go up to the nearest dollar.

• Pennies do not need to be made anymore.

The perspective of an author often includes a bit of their _________.

• opinions

• doubts

• stories

• breath

What is author's point of view?

• The author's point of view is the main idea of the text.

• The author's point of view is the perspective or opinion of the author.

• The author's point of view is the setting of the story.

• The author's point of view is the plot of the book.

In nonfiction, the author's viewpoint is their __________ about a topic.

• opinion

• hatred

• summary

• supporting details

Fast food is unhealthy. Many fast food restaurants fry their food in grease and oil. Also, many fast food restaurants do not offer healthy choices on their menu. I believe people should avoid eating fast food! What is the author's point of view?

• Fast food is a great food choice.

• Fast food should be eaten daily.

• Fast food should be avoided.

• Fast food is a healthy food choice.

What is the author's opinion in a persuasive essay?

• To inform the reader about a topic

• To entertain the reader with a story

• To convince the reader of a particular viewpoint

• To describe a process in detail