Author's Purpose & Viewpoint

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What is the author's purpose?

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The reason why an author writes a text, which can be to inform, persuade, entertain, or describe.

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What does it mean to inform?

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To provide information or facts about a topic.

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What does it mean to persuade?

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To convince the reader to adopt a certain viewpoint or take action.

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What does it mean to entertain?

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To provide enjoyment or amusement through writing.

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What does it mean to describe?

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To give details about a person, place, thing, or event.

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What is a viewpoint?

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An author's opinion or attitude towards a subject.

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How can you identify an author's viewpoint?

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Look for clues in the language, tone, and content of the text.

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What is a positive viewpoint?

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A favorable or optimistic opinion about a subject.

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What is a negative viewpoint?

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An unfavorable or pessimistic opinion about a subject.

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What is a neutral viewpoint?

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An unbiased or impartial opinion that does not favor one side.