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What is the author's perspective?

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The author's perspective is how the author feels about the topic he or she is writing about.

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What does it mean when an author has a negative feeling about a topic?

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It means the author expresses disapproval or criticism regarding the topic.

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What does it mean when an author has a positive feeling about a topic?

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It means the author expresses approval or support regarding the topic.

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What does it mean when an author has a neutral feeling about a topic?

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It means the author does not express strong feelings, either positive or negative, about the topic.

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What is the purpose of an author when writing a story?

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The purpose can be to entertain, inform, or persuade the audience.

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How can you identify the author's point of view in a text?

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Look for clues in the language, tone, and the way the topic is presented.

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What is an example of an author's perspective in a narrative?

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An author describing a character's joy in running shows a positive perspective on running.

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What is an example of a negative perspective on a topic?

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An author stating that 'pennies are obsolete' shows a negative perspective on the use of pennies.

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What does it mean to entertain in writing?

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To entertain means to engage the reader's interest and provide enjoyment through storytelling.

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What does it mean to inform in writing?

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To inform means to provide factual information or knowledge about a topic.