Author's Purpose and Perspective

The Bird House

28 Main St., Groton

We have the largest selection of birdseed, birdbaths, and feeders in town. We also have the lowest prices! You won't find a better deal anywhere! Come see us today!

The author's main purpose is to

• describe

• explain

• entertain

• persuade

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My Window

I have a bird feeder on the outside of my window. One day, a little bird was trying to eat, but a bigger bird kept chasing him away. I was worried about the little bird. So I got an idea. I put a picture of my cat on the window. The next time the big bird came by, he flew away. And he's never come back!

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• persuade

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Easy Bird Feeder

First, find a large pinecone. Then fill all the open spaces with peanut butter. Next, roll the pinecone in birdseed. Add a string to hang your bird feeder from a tree. Now sit back and wait for the birds to arrive!

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Little Blue Bird

Yesterday, I saw a little blue bird. He had bright blue wings and a scarlet red belly. I could hear him singing a sweet song. After his song, he flew off into the summer breeze. I could feel the cool breeze against my cheek.

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The Cardinal

The cardinal is a bird that is enjoyed by many bird-watchers. The cardinal is found in the eastern United States. It is also found in parts of Mexico and California. The male is bright red with a black throat. The female is mostly brown, with red on its wings and tail. Both birds have a red cluster of feathers on their head.

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The author's perspective is:

• How the author feels about the topic he or she is writing about.

• The reason for writing a text.

• prejudice in favor of or against one thing, person, or group compared with another, usually in a way considered to be unfair.

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The biggest perpetrators, surprisingly, are not robbers and burglars. Rather, they are rogue employees, pilfering everything from stock inventory and office supplies to company accounts and confidential data. More than $13 billion in losses -- almost half of Florida's annual total -- are attributed to those inside jobs, the study said. State officials said they are launching a campaign to

inform the public and business community about the problem.

What is the author's perspective toward rogue employees?

• A. They are good for Florida businesses, according to the reports issued.

• B. They should be fired immediately and prosecuted for their crimes.

• C. They are worse than burglars and robbers when stealing from businesses.

• D. They should lose income from their employers since they are thieves.

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Energy-efficient improvements not only make your home more comfortable, they can yield long-term financial rewards. Reduced utility bills more than make up for the higher price of energy-efficient appliances and improvements over their lifetimes. In addition, your home could bring in a higher price when you sell.

What is the author's purpose?

• To persuade the reader to make their home more energy-efficient.

• To entertain readers by telling stories about energy.

• To inform readers about energy efficient appliances.

• To inform readers about the costs of energy-efficiency.

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The biggest perpetrators, surprisingly, are not robbers and burglars. Rather, they are rogue employees, pilfering everything from stock inventory and office supplies to company accounts and confidential data. More than $13 billion in losses -- almost half of Florida's annual total -- are attributed to those inside jobs, the study said. State officials said they are launching a campaign to

inform the public and business community about the problem.

The author would most likely agree with which of the following?

• A. Employees working in Florida should not be trusted.

• B. The public and business owners should be more observant and work to prevent employee theft.

• C. Employees should be allowed to steal if they want to.

• D. Employees should be fired immediately if they are even suspected of stealing.

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Energy-efficient improvements not only make your home more comfortable, they can yield long-term financial rewards. Reduced utility bills more than make up for the higher price of energy-efficient appliances and improvements over their lifetimes. In addition, your home could bring in a higher price when you sell.

The author would most likely agree that:

• A. Energy efficient appliances are overpriced and not worth the cost.

• B. Energy-efficient upgrades are worth the high upfront costs in the long run.

• C. Energy-efficient upgrades make no difference in a home.

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