Determining POV

What is the definition of author's Purpose ?

• The author's main reason for writing

• The author's feeling about a topic

What is the definition of point of view ?

• The author's main reason for writing

• The author's feeling about a topic

Use the passage "Flying Above the Water" to answer the question below.

With what statement would the author most likely agree?

• Only professionals should attempt to perform kitesurfing tricks.

• Kitesurfing is too dangerous for most people to attempt

• Performing aerial tricks while kitesurfing is as easy as doing tricks on water skiis.

• Kitesurfing is a challenging but highly exciting water sport.

Use the passage "Flying Above the Water" to answer the question below.

Which sentence MOST ACCURATELY describes the author's purpose for writing the article?

• He wants to inform readers about the appeal and challenges of kitesurfing

• He wants to help readers understand why kitesurfing can be very expensive.

• He wants to compare kitesurfing to other types of extreme water sports

• He wants to encourage readers to help make kitesurfing an Olympic event.

Which sentence from the article best illustrates how the author views kitesurfing?

• “‘The idea of kiteboarding flashed into my mind and my imagination ran wild.’”

• “Kite surfers ride the waves on a board like surfers do, but they’re towed along by large kites flying in the wind.”

• “This adventurous sport is sure to provide an adrenaline rush as you enjoy the freedom of the wind blowing in your face.”

• “After all, you could find yourself flying 40 feet in the air at a fairly frightening rate of speed.”

Ice climbing is a dangerous sport in which people attempt to climb frozen waterfalls and icy mountainsides. 

• positive point of view 

• negative point of view

How does the author feel about whitewater rafting?

• "the raft is an inflatable boat designed to float down a rapidly flowing river"

• "still, rafting provide thrills at every turn and a wild ride!

• "extreme sports enthusiast are always aware of danger"

• "most experienced participants will admit that training and equipment provide no guarantee when it comes to safety"

With which statement would the author most likely agree?

• Interest in extreme sports comes from people's need for excitement and adventures.

• Extreme sports are dangerous only for people who are not physically fit.

• Whitewater rafting is more exciting and more unpredictable than bungee jumping.

• People who are thrill-seekers must be willing to prepare themselves for exhaustion and hard work.

What is the definition of author's perspective?

• The author's feelings about a topic

• The author's viewpoint on the topic

• The author's reason for writing the topic

• The author's love for the topic