Understanding Author's Purpose and Thesis

Fill in the blank: An author's perspective or position on a topic is known as a ______.

• Thesis

• Conclusion

• Introduction

• Summary

Dusbiber assigns texts by authors such as Isabel Allende, Sharon Draper, and Francisco Jimenez because ________.

• A) they are more popular

• B) they are nonwhite authors

• C) they are easier to read

• D) they are part of the curriculum

Dusbiber's decision to reject teaching Shakespeare tells the reader that she values ________.

How does Christine Baker help students understand 'Romeo and Juliet'?

• By having them read the entire play

• By showing them a movie adaptation

• By asking them to act out the prologue

• By giving them a summary.

What percentage of students at Sacramento New Technology High School are nonwhite?

• 20%

• 50%

• 80%

• 100%