RI6.6 Author's Purpose and Point of View

Feelings about a topic.

• Point of View

• Author's purpose

• Central Idea

• Supporting Details

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When determining the point of view, you look for key words and ideas in the text.

• True

• False

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In the following paragraph, what is the author's point of view?

Legends surrounding fairies have been around for almost 1,000 years. Writers, poets, and other artists have used fairies as sources of inspiration for many centuries. Children around the world have grown up listening to fairy tales, and fairies are still seen today in books, art, and movies. So while they may be small in size, fairies have made an undoubtedly large impact on world culture.

-From "Fairy Tales and Legends" by Krista Garver

• Fairies have influenced world culture.

• Fairies teach children lessons.

• Fairy tales are the best kind of story.

• Fairies are useless creatures.

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In the following paragraph, what is the author's point of view?

Goblins are mythical creatures originally from British and German legends. They are closely related in folklore to leprechauns and gnomes. Unlike fairies and other magical beings that are sometimes kind, goblins are pure mischief. At times, they are downright evil! Goblins are also ugly – they are usually short with green skin and yellow, crooked teeth.

-From "Beware of Goblins" by Krista Garver

• Goblins are kinder than fairies and gnomes.

• British legends are better than German legends.

• Goblins are nasty creatures.

• Goblins are very short.

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In the following paragraph, which words create a negative feeling in the reader? (Three answers)

Cars and trucks create the vast majority of pollution in our cities. They also cause horrific traffic jams and fatal accidents. In addition to these woes, private vehicles are expensive to buy and maintain. An owner must purchase insurance and gas, and pay for routine maintenance.

-From "Private Vehicles are a Pain" by Emily McGee

• Woes

• Fatal

• Horrific

• Majority

• Vehicles

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In the following paragraph, what is the author's point of view?

Cars and trucks create the vast majority of pollution in our cities. They also cause horrific traffic jams and fatal accidents. In addition to these woes, private vehicles are expensive to buy and maintain. An owner must purchase insurance and gas, and pay for routine maintenance.

-From "Private Vehicles are a Pain" by Emily McGee

• Global warming is caused by pollution.

• Getting stuck in traffic is very dangerous.

• Cars and trucks are troublesome.

• Cars and trucks are cheap to buy.

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In the following paragraph, what is the author's point of view?

For blacksmiths, swords were works of art. They took a long time to make—a couple of weeks or more—but a good sword could last for many years. Some swords, as you undoubtedly know from countless fantasy books, shows, and movies, are even the stuff of legend—but they all began at the hands of a blacksmith!

-From "Smithies and the Art of Sword-Making" by Krista Garver

• Blacksmiths had the best job in the middle ages.

• Making a sword is difficult and time-consuming work.

• Blacksmiths spent most of their work day crafting swords.

• Sword-making is a fun hobby suitable for anyone.

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Did you know that less than 1 percent of all the water on Earth can be used by people? The rest is salt water (the kind you find in the ocean) or is permanently frozen and we can't drink it, wash with it, or use it to water plants.

As our population grows, more and more people are using up this limited resource. Therefore, it is important that we use our water wisely and not waste it.

-From "Why Save Water" by The Environmental Protection Agency

What is the author's point of view?

• People should conserve water.

• Everyone in the world should have access to clean water.

• People should not swim in lakes or rivers.

• Water is the healthiest thing a person can drink.

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Researchers estimate that 1 in 13 children have a food allergy. Food allergies can be so severe that a child can die if he or she does not receive immediate treatment. This problem is not going away. A study released by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reports that there has been a 50 percent increase in food allergies among children in the past 15 years. No one knows why food allergies are rising, but researchers are trying to find out. Allergic reactions to food send more than 300,000 people to the emergency room each year.

What is the author's point of view?

• Food allergies are dangerous, especially for children.

• Children should stay away from foods that cause allergies.

• Researchers should stop studying food allergies.

• Food allergies are so common that people should not worry about them.

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A canoe is a good choice for a long, tranquil ride down a still river. Canoeists might even consider laying their paddles down for a while to simply float gently along. Thanks to the generous storage room in a canoe, it’s even possible to pack a middle-of-the-lake picnic lunch.

What is the author’s point of view about canoeing?

• It can be dangerous

• It can be relaxing

• It can be uncomfortable

• It can be thrilling

• It can be difficult

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