Author's Perspective

Select the sentence where the writer shows their perspective.

Many Americans regularly eat beef, which is meat that comes from cattle. We ought to replace beef with chicken in our diets. It takes eleven times more water to raise cattle for beef than it does to raise chickens. Cattle also require twenty-eight times more land than chickens do.

• Many Americans regularly eat beef, which is meat that comes from cattle.

• We ought to replace beef with chicken in our diets.

• It takes eleven times more water to raise cattle for beef than it does to raise chickens.

• Cattle also require twenty-eight times more land than chickens do.

Select the sentence where the writer shows their perspective.

Most banks offer savings accounts for adults, families, and children. All young people should open their own savings accounts. When you keep money in a savings account, you earn interest. Interest is extra money the bank gives you just for keeping your money with them.

• Most banks offer savings accounts for adults, families, and children.

• All young people should open their own savings accounts.

• When you keep money in a savings account, you earn interest.

• Interest is extra money the bank gives you just for keeping your money with them.

My friends and I love spending summer afternoons hanging out at Silver Seas Water Park. Last year, the water park was closed for renovations, so we were extra excited to go back this year. After scanning our season passes, we headed straight to our favorite water feature: the lazy river. We've always enjoyed kicking back in our inner tubes, peacefully floating along the pool's winding path around the lush grounds. The sparkling pool water looked so inviting! We hopped into our floats and settled in for a relaxing ride. How peaceful it was, slowly drifting along . . . until we rounded a bend and were suddenly blasted with ice-cold streams of water shooting from the sides of the pool. Before we could recover from that shock, we were guided under a drenching waterfall—not relaxing at all! Apparently, the park has updated our beloved lazy river with some "refreshing" water features. Sadly, not all updates are improvements. Which sentence best summarizes the author's point of view about the renovated lazy river feature at Silver Seas Water Park?

• With its sparkling water and refreshing features, the lazy river is better than ever.

• The lazy river feature is no longer as relaxing and enjoyable as it was in the past.

Which sentence best summarizes the author's point of view about the Tough Stuff dog toy?

• The toy is perfect for gentle, sweet-natured dogs who like to chew on something tough.

• The toy is so difficult to destroy that it's not that much fun for some dogs to play with.

There's been a lot of talk lately about the future of our little town. Gull's Haven has certainly seen better times, and people often wonder, What does our town have left to offer? The answer isn't hard to find, even if it is in the dark. Just go outside at night, and look up. Very few places still have what you can see here: a dazzling display of stars and the Milky Way. Our town has a rare opportunity to be named a Dark Sky Community by the International Dark-Sky Association. The process could take years; we'd have to adopt lighting restrictions and establish dark-sky educational programs. It wouldn't be easy, but in return for our efforts, we'd get publicity that would bring tourists and businesses to Gull's Haven. People from light-drenched areas could come here for a dark respite under our beautiful night skies. Let's seize this chance to find a renewed purpose for Gull's Haven and preserve the wonder of our night sky for future generations. Which sentence best summarizes the author's point of view about the town of Gull's Haven becoming a Dark Sky Community?

• It would be worth the time and effort and would help revitalize the town.

• The increase of tourists who want to gaze at the night sky would overwhelm the small town.

When I inherited my great-aunt's piano, I was thrilled and inspired. I remembered sitting in her living room, listening to her play wonderful melodies and watching her fingers fly across the keys. I was determined that I would finally learn to play the piano, too. I tried teaching myself, using online instructional videos and different how-to books. I learned the basics, plunking out scales and some simple tunes. But I didn't feel like I was really making music. I felt discouraged. Maybe I just didn't have my great-aunt's musical touch. Eventually, I called Melinda Canon, a piano teacher recommended to me by a friend. From my very first lesson with Melinda, I felt the joy of making music. We played simple yet magical duets together. She gave me useful pointers to refine my technique and suggested easy but inspiring classics for me to learn. With Melinda's expert guidance, I'm finally learning to make my great-aunt's piano sing again. Which sentence best summarizes the author's point of view about piano instruction from Melinda Canon?

• Melinda Canon's online instructional videos and how-to books are an improvement over learning piano by yourself.

• Melinda Canon is an excellent piano teacher who can help even beginning students find the joy in making music.

Based on the passage, which statement describes the author’s perspective about video games?

• Video games are only enjoyed by children.

• Video games have limited options available for players.

• Video games can be played on computers but not on consoles.

• Video games have impressive graphics and engaging storylines that captivate audiences of all ages.

Based on the passage, which statement describes the author’s perspective about fast food?

• Fast food is known for its quick service and convenience.

• Fast food restaurants only serve slow-cooked meals.

• Fast food menus always include a variety of healthy options.

• Fast food has no impact on one's health if consumed frequently.

Anime refers to a style of animation that originated in Japan and has become popular worldwide. Unlike traditional Western cartoons, anime covers a wide range of genres, including action, drama, romance, fantasy, and science fiction. Anime characters often have large, expressive eyes and vibrant hair colors, and the storytelling can be intricate and emotionally compelling. Many anime series and films explore complex themes and feature well-developed characters that resonate with audiences of all ages. Whether watching a magical girl series, a mecha anime, or a slice-of-life story, viewers are drawn to the creativity and diversity found in anime.

Based on the passage, which statement describes the author’s perspective about anime?

• Anime is a style of animation that is only popular in Japan.

• Anime covers a limited range of genres, mainly focusing on action and drama.

• Anime characters are usually portrayed realistically with small eyes and natural hair colors.

• Anime storytelling can be emotionally engaging and diverse, appealing to a wide audience.

The Everglades is a vast tropical wetland located in Southern Florida, known for its unique biodiversity and important ecosystem services. Covering over 1.5 million acres, it is home to numerous plant and animal species, some of which are found nowhere else on Earth. The Everglades plays a crucial role in regulating water flow, providing habitats for wildlife, and serving as a natural buffer against storms and hurricanes. Despite facing threats from habitat destruction and pollution, efforts are being made to conserve and restore this precious ecosystem for future generations.

Based on the passage, which statement describes the author’s perspective about the Everglades?

• The Everglades is a unique ecosystem with diverse plant and animal species.

• The Everglades is a small wetland area in Northern Florida.

• The Everglades has no significant impact on biodiversity.

• The Everglades is not important for regulating water flow.