Which does the phrase author's purpose describe? (1 point)
O the reason an author writes a text
O
a thesis statement that makes a claim
O
the way an author feels about the topic of the text
O the evidence an author gives to support his or her claim
The phrase "author's purpose" describes the reason an author writes a text.
In an informational text, what is an author's point of view? (1 point)
the exact vocabulary an author uses to convey information
the reason an author writes a text
the narrator of a text
the way an author feels about the topic of the text
In an informational text, an author's point of view refers to the way an author feels about the topic of the text.
Why is it important to evaluate the author's purpose when reading an informational text? (1 point)
O It can help a reader determine what an author wants them to learn from the text.
O It can highlight the qualifications a writer has in a certain field.
O It can suggest how the reader should feel about the information in the text.
O It can explain what the author's opinion is on the information presented
The correct answer is: It can help a reader determine what an author wants them to learn from the text.
How can you determine what an author's point of view is? (1 point)
Ask yourself, "Who are the author's sources?"
Ask yourself, "When did the author publish this text?"
Ask yourself, "Where is the author from?"
Ask yourself, "What does the author want me to think about this topic?"