Author's Purpose and Point of View

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What is the author's purpose if they give you step-by-step instructions?

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Explain

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What is the author's purpose if they make you feel, smell, taste, see, and/or hear the topic?

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Describe

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What does the author's point of view (POV) refer to?

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The author's attitude or perspective towards the subject matter.

Front

What is the author's purpose if they aim to convince you of something?

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Persuade

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What is the author's purpose if they provide factual information?

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Inform

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What is the author's purpose if they aim to entertain the reader?

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Entertain

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What is the author's purpose if they clarify a concept or process?

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Explain

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What does a positive point of view indicate about the author's tone?

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The author views the subject favorably.

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What does a negative point of view indicate about the author's tone?

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The author views the subject unfavorably.

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What does a neutral point of view indicate about the author's tone?

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The author presents information without bias.