Author's Point

The discovery of a wild coyote in late 1997 in the Henry M. Jackson Federal Building in downtown Seattle should come as a wake-up call. The United States has a serious coyote problem! From their traditional enclaves in the western desert, these opportunistic canines have now invaded the entire continental United States. They have taken over parks, farms, vacant lots, and now perhaps the downtown areas of major cities. Homeowners report losing cats and dogs to the beasts, and young children are under attack. Enough is enough. Since humans are the only natural enemy of coyotes, we demand that state and federal agencies institute coyote trapping programs. That is the only way to decrease the number of coyotes to a manageable level.

WHAT IS THE AUTHOR'S POINT OF VIEW?

• The author loves coyotes and thinks everyone should adopt one.

• The author feels coyotes are dangerous and should be exterminated (eliminated).

• The author feels that humans are the problem, since coyotes are a natural part of creation.

• The author is neutral/ Has no opinion

I think all students should go to school year round (all year). As an educator, I see many students lose knowledge they have gained from the previous year over the summer. I also see that many students have a hard time getting back into a school routine when it begins again in the fall. I feel school should continue year round with more short breaks for students in between.

• School should be held year round (all year).

• The school year should be shorter.

• Kids should have a longer summer break.

• Students should have to come to school on the weekends.

Read the paragraph below and answer the question: Which of the following is NOT a detail the author uses to support their point of view?

• exercise has been proven to energize the brain

• students need time to socialize

• recess takes time away from learning

• recess can help students by allowing them to move

Read the paragraph below and answer the question: 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:

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

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

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

The author's viewpoint, or point of view, is about the author's feelings, beliefs, or opinion about a certain topic. True of False?

• True

• False

Which sentence in the passage contains the author's viewpoint about Brad Foley?

• Brad Foley should to be elected class president.

• Brad has served on the school council for the last three years.

• He was also a member of the school club that painted the wall near the library.

Which sentence in the passage contains the author's viewpoint about a python?

• The Burmese python is a snake that eats small mammals and birds.

• Some of these pythons even eat pigs.

• Seeing a Burmese python in the wild would really be super scary.

What is the author's point of view in the following statement? 'Reading fiction is a waste of time because it doesn't provide any real knowledge or skills.'

• A) The author believes fiction is valuable for personal growth.

• B) The author thinks fiction is not useful for gaining practical knowledge.

• C) The author is neutral about the value of fiction.

• D) The author believes fiction is essential for education.

In the sentence, 'The author argues that climate change is the most pressing issue of our time,' what is the author's point?

• A) Climate change is not a significant issue.

• B) Climate change is the most important issue currently.

• C) Climate change is one of many issues.

• D) Climate change is a hoax.

Which of the following sentences best represents the author's point of view? 'Technology has made our lives easier, but it has also made us more dependent on it.'

• A) Technology is entirely beneficial.

• B) Technology has only negative effects.

• C) Technology has both positive and negative impacts.

• D) Technology is unnecessary.