An attempt to persuade others with reasons to think or act in a certain way

The reason the author writes a text

Different or contradictory

Details that support or prove the author's point of view

Prejudice or slant towards a certain perspective

A perspective or belief about something that is not necessarily based on objective evidence

As assertion given in opposition to a different claim

A person who takes an opposing viewpoint for the sake of argument

To prove a statement to be wrong

What is the author's purpose for writing this paragraph?

If you are interested in sharing your ideas with like-minded people who can comment on your writing, you may want to try blogging. Blogging is short for "Web logging," logging on to a Web site where you can upload your writing and ask other "bloggers" to post their comments.

What is the author's purpose in writing this paragraph?

Do you want to add years to your life and feel better too? Here are a few tips. First, to decrease your chances of a heart attack, eat a handful of nuts each day. Also, to ease the effects of rheumatoid arthritis, be sure to include some citrus, such as orange juice, in your diet. Finally, exercise on a regular basis. Include weight-bearing activities such as walking and jogging. Also, try yoga for flexibility and stress relief.

What is the author's purpose in writing this paragraph?

Alonzo winked at his mother's shocked gaze and with a grin quipped, "Sausage and pepperoni pizza for breakfast makes perfect sense. Allow me to demonstrate. You have your tomato. Tomato is technically a fruit. You have your cheese. Cheese is a dairy product. You have your crust—necessary carbs for quick energy in the morning. And don't forget the sausage and pepperoni—my protein. If you think about it, it's just like bacon and eggs, toast, and orange juice." Still grinning, he added, "Really it is. Well, almost. Why are you looking at me that way?"

What is this author's point of view?

Nobody cooks as well as my mother. When she makes dinner, all we can think about is eating it. When we invite someone for dinner, they change their plans if they have to so they can taste the incredible dishes my mother makes. Everything she makes tastes great. It is hard to choose a favorite, but if I had to, I would say that her lasagna is the dish I like most. I have never tasted anything as good from any other kitchen. Not even the best restaurants in town make anything as delicious as the things my mother does.

What is this author's point of view?

I am not a big fan of white rice, but I cannot say I hate it, either. It is not very nutritious, but it is filling. It does not have much flavor, but it goes well with meat and other tasty foods. I do not like to eat it by itself, but it makes a nice filler if there is no bread or potatoes.