Author's Purpose & Perspective

"Fascinating information has come out due to genetic studies of dogs. We have learned that for the longest time, humans used and bred dogs for practical reasons. Experts believe Neanderthals in Europe used dogs for hunting. However, the genes of North American dogs are linked to dogs that came from Asia with the ancestors of the Native Americans."

WHAT IS THE AUTHOR'S PURPOSE?

• to provide information on the history of dogs

• to entertain the reader with information about dogs

• to persuade the reader to adopt a dog

• to imply that dogs should be used for hunting only

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"When something is important enough, you do it even if the odds are not in your favor." --Elon Musk

WHAT IS MUSK'S PURPOSE FOR WRITING THIS?

• to suggest that you do a favor for someone

• to argue that success is not easy

• to identify the key to success

• to inspire others to do great things even when it is difficult

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"Due to breeding, some dog breeds have changed significantly over the past hundred years. English bulldogs have become more muscular and stocky. Their chests have gotten wider, their legs are shorter, and their faces are flatter now. Also, the bulldog has more extra skin on its body. Unfortunately, the modern-day bulldog suffers from many health issues, and the average lifespan is just over six years."

WHAT IS THE AUTHOR'S PURPOSE?

• to describe what a bulldog looks like

• to convince people that bulldogs aren't healthy

• to compare modern bulldogs to those of long-ago

• to discourage breeders from breeding bulldogs

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"British doctors may soon be able to prescribe art, music, dance, and singing lessons to patients. Called "social prescribing," the treatment can help patients with a range of illnesses, from anxiety to lung issues."

WHAT IS THE AUTHOR'S PURPOSE?

• to highlight a new method doctors are using

• to inform about lung diseases

• to persuade someone to start doing art lessons

• to describe what causes lung issues

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"When students wear uniforms to school, an interesting benefit takes place. They no longer stand out based on their clothing. So, they learn how to stand out in other ways. They focus on classroom achievement. They also participate more in sports and clubs. Students learn to value achievement more than appearance."

WHAT IS THE AUTHOR'S REASON FOR WRITING THIS?

• to inform readers that school uniforms will soon be required

• to argue readers that school uniforms are beneficial

• to argue that uniforms have a negative effect

• to entertain readers with ideas about school uniforms

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"Many years ago, in far-off Switzerland, there once lived a sorcerer." --from The Sorcerer's Apprentice, a folklore

WHAT IS THE AUTHOR'S PURPOSE?

• to inform about what sorcerers do

• to entertain the reader with a story

• to describe the climate in Switzerland

• to inspire people to become sorcerers

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"I own a terrible thesaurus. Not only is it awful, it's also awful." --Unknown comedian

WHAT IS THE AUTHOR'S PURPOSE?

• to inform people of the purpose of a thesaurus

• to persuade people to buy tickets to his show

• to define the meaning of thesaurus

• to entertain people with a joke about a thesaurus

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"If you don't like being greeted by a furry bundle of love after a hard day, don't get a dog. If you hate when your best friend gives you a stuffed toy when you are sad, don't get a dog. If you don't like to smile a lot, definitely don't get a dog." --Darla Curran, founder of Hungry Pup Rescue

WHICH WORDS BEST DESCRIBE THE AUTHOR'S ATTITUDE TOWARD DOGS? (author's perspective)

• humorous and light-hearted

• negative and cranky

• neutral and objective

• regretful and sarcastic

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Giving makes you happy and healthy. According to a study conducted by the National Institute of Health, interesting things happen when people give to charity. A part of the brain associated with pleasure is activated. giving also releases endorphins, producing a feeling of happiness. Giving is also linked to good health. This is probably because generous people enjoy decreased stress.

WHAT IS THE AUTHOR'S PURPOSE?

• to instruct readers on how to avoid stress

• to entertain readers with stories of giving

• to convince reader to give money to the National Institute of Health

• to inform readers of the benefits of giving

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Giving makes you happy and healthy. According to a study conducted by the National Institute of Health, interesting things happen when people give to charity. A part of the brain associated with pleasure is activated. giving also releases endorphins, producing a feeling of happiness. Giving is also linked to good health. This is probably because generous people enjoy decreased stress.

THE AUTHOR WOULD MOST LIKELY AGREE THAT:

• People should volunteer with the elderly before doing other charity work.

• A person under stress must not support charities.

• People who support charities must be bored.

• A person can feel better mentally and physically if they give to charity.

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