Exploring Bias and Point of View in Media

Why is it important to study bias in texts?

• To determine the credibility of the text

• To understand the author's background

• To identify the main idea

• To find grammatical errors

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CCSS.RL.5.6

What is bias in the context of a text?

• The length of the text

• The genre of the text

• The factual accuracy of the text

• The point of view from which the text is presented

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CCSS.RL.5.6

How can bias be subtly presented in a text?

• Through word choices and coverage of items

• Through the use of neutral language

• By presenting only facts

• By avoiding any opinions

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CCSS.RL.5.6

What does the book cover with dark colors and a sarcastic smirk of George W. Bush suggest?

• A critical view of his presidency

• A positive portrayal of his presidency

• A neutral stance on his presidency

• An unrelated topic

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CCSS.RI.7.7

CCSS.RI.8.7

CCSS.RI.9-10.7

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CCSS.RL.9-10.7

What does the acronym SOAPSTONE help with?

• Sifting through the bias in a text

• Identifying the genre of a text

• Understanding the structure of a text

• Improving writing skills

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CCSS.RI.6.10

CCSS.RI.7.10

CCSS.RI.8.10

CCSS.RL.6.10

CCSS.RL.7.10

What does the 'S' in SOAPSTONE stand for?

• Source

• Summary

• Subject

• Style

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CCSS.RI.6.10

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CCSS.RL.7.10

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What is the purpose of identifying the tone in a text?

• To determine the length of the text

• To understand the author's attitude towards the subject

• To identify the main idea

• To find grammatical errors

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CCSS.RL.5.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

How can music and colors in political ads reveal bias?

• By making the ad longer

• By distracting the viewer

• By providing factual information

• By influencing the viewer's emotions

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CCSS.RL.5.6

What might a Republican political ad about Obama likely include?

• No imagery or music

• Positive imagery and uplifting music

• Neutral colors and no music

• Critical imagery and ominous music

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.8

CCSS.RI.6.8

CCSS.RI.7.8

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CCSS.RI.9-10.5

What should a savvy consumer of information do when encountering a biased source?

• Only read sources they agree with

• Separate facts from opinions

• Accept all information as true

• Ignore the source completely

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CCSS.RL.11-12.6