Author's Perspective

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What is an author's perspective?

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An author's perspective is their unique viewpoint or opinion on a subject, which influences how they present information in their writing.

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CCSS.RI.6.6

CCSS.RI.6.9

CCSS.RI.7.6

CCSS.RL.5.6

CCSS.RL.6.6

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Why is it important to identify an author's perspective?

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Identifying an author's perspective helps readers understand the bias, tone, and intent behind the text, leading to a deeper comprehension of the material.

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CCSS.RI.6.6

CCSS.RI.6.9

CCSS.RL.5.6

CCSS.RL.6.6

CCSS.RL.7.6

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What is a subjective statement?

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A subjective statement is one that reflects personal opinions, feelings, or beliefs rather than objective facts.

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CCSS.RL.11-12.6

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What is an objective statement?

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An objective statement is based on factual information and does not include personal feelings or opinions.

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CCSS.RL.11-12.6

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How can word choice indicate an author's perspective?

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An author's choice of words can convey emotions, attitudes, and biases, revealing their perspective on the topic.

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CCSS.RI.6.6

CCSS.RI.6.9

CCSS.RI.7.9

CCSS.RL.5.6

CCSS.RL.6.6

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What is an example of a sentence that shows an author's perspective?

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"The new park is a wonderful addition to our community, providing a safe space for families to enjoy." This sentence expresses a positive perspective.

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CCSS.RI.6.6

CCSS.RI.6.9

CCSS.RI.7.6

CCSS.RI.7.9

CCSS.RL.6.6

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What does it mean to analyze an author's perspective?

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To analyze an author's perspective means to examine how their background, experiences, and beliefs shape their writing.

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CCSS.RI.6.6

CCSS.RI.6.9

CCSS.RI.7.6

CCSS.RI.7.9

CCSS.RL.6.6

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What role does tone play in understanding an author's perspective?

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Tone reflects the author's attitude toward the subject, which can help readers infer their perspective.

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CCSS.RI.6.6

CCSS.RI.6.9

CCSS.RI.7.6

CCSS.RI.7.9

CCSS.RL.6.6

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What is bias in writing?

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Bias in writing refers to a tendency to favor one side or viewpoint over others, which can affect the author's perspective.

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CCSS.RL.5.6

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How can context influence an author's perspective?

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Context, including the time period, culture, and audience, can shape an author's perspective and the way they present their ideas.

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CCSS.RI.6.6

CCSS.RI.6.9

CCSS.RI.7.6

CCSS.RL.5.6

CCSS.RL.6.6