Author’s Purpose Quick Check
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Question
What can help a reader determine how an author feels about a subject? (1 point)
Responses
connotations
connotations
compare and contrast structure
compare and contrast structure
cause and effect structure
cause and effect structure
signal words
signal words
Signal words can help a reader determine how an author feels about a subject.
To determine how an author feels about a subject, a reader can look for clues within the text. One helpful strategy is to consider the connotations of the words used by the author. Connotations refer to the emotional or associative meanings that words carry. By examining the specific words chosen by the author, readers can gain insights into their attitudes and feelings towards the subject. For example, if an author consistently uses positive words to describe a subject, it suggests that they have a favorable opinion of it. On the other hand, if negative words are used consistently, it indicates a negative or critical perspective.
Another way to determine the author's feelings is by analyzing the structure of the text. Compare and contrast structure can reveal the author's stance on the subject. If the author presents balanced comparisons, it suggests a more neutral or objective view. However, if the author focuses primarily on highlighting one side's positive aspects or flaws, it indicates a bias or preference.
Similarly, cause and effect structure can also provide clues about the author's feelings. By examining the reasons or consequences presented by the author, readers can gauge their perspective. If the author predominantly focuses on negative consequences or causes, it suggests a negative viewpoint. Conversely, if positive outcomes or causes are emphasized, it indicates a positive or favorable attitude.
Lastly, signal words can be helpful in determining the author's feelings. Signal words or phrases, such as "clearly," "fortunately," "unfortunately," "obviously," etc., often provide hints about the author's opinion. These words generally indicate a specific emotion or attitude towards the subject.
To summarize, readers can determine how an author feels about a subject by analyzing connotations of words, examining the structure of the text (such as compare and contrast or cause and effect), and paying attention to signal words that convey the author's emotions or attitudes.