Author's Perspective
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  • Question 1
    60 seconds
    Q. I love to watch birds!  It always amazes me 
      how they can build those nests!  I like to leave 
      scraps of hair and yarn out for them to find. 
      They'll use these things and weave them into a 
      nest.  Being a parent is a hard job, and the birds 
      can use all the help they can get.
    What is the author's perspective?
    answer choices
    Humans should help birds build their nest
    Humans should never interfere with wild animals
    Birds are interesting animals
    Birds use lots of things to build their nest
  • Question 2
    30 seconds
    Q. Author's perspective refers to the unique combination of...
    answer choices
    ideas, values and beliefs
    tone, diction, and voice
    tone, purpose, and syntax
    voice, style, and imagery
  • Question 3
    60 seconds
    Q. Deer are beautiful creatures. 
    They are so graceful to watch as 
    they run through the forest.  It's 
    hard to understand how anyone could do anything to harm these beautiful animals.
    What is the author's perspective?
    answer choices
    The author favors deer hunting
    The author thinks there are too many deer
    The author does not favor deer hunting
    The author thinks deer harm the environment
  • Question 4
    60 seconds
    Q. Dolphins have suffered from the carelessness 
     of humans.  Many dolphins are killed each year in fishing nets. Oil has been spilled into ocean 
     water, polluting the dolphins' environment.
    What is the author's perspective?
    answer choices
    Thea author's favorite animal is a dolphin
    The author thinks that humans harm dolphins
    The author thinks that dolphins are dangerous
    The author thinks that humans are helping dolphins.
  • Question 5
    60 seconds
    Q. I wonder who 
     invented paper plates?  He was a
     clever guy!  Imagine having to lug heavy plates to a picnic, and then have to carry them home again.
    What is the author's perspective?
    answer choices
    The author thinks that disposable products are harming the environment. 
    The author thinks that disposable products are wonderful.
  • Question 6
    60 seconds
    Q. I wonder who 
     invented paper plates?  He was a
     clever guy!  Imagine having to lug heavy plates to a picnic, and then have to carry them home again.
    Which statement do you think the author would agree with?
    answer choices
    Everyone should use disposable products
    Disposable products are dangerous and nobody should use them. 
  • Question 7
    60 seconds
    Q. The deer population 
    has grown tremendously in recent
    years.  Each year at hunting season, hunters are able to help 
    control the deer population and 
    prevent many deer from starving.
    What is the author's perspective?
    answer choices
    The author favors deer hunting
    The author thinks that deer are harmful to the environment
    The author does not favor deer hunting
    The author loves deer
  • Question 8
    60 seconds
    Q. Many cities have aquariums that have adopted 
    orphaned dolphins found in the ocean. Many of these dolphins were wounded and would not have
    survived alone. Because of the kindness of humans these animals are alive today.
    What is the author's perspective?
    answer choices
    The author thinks that people are harmful to dolphins
    The author thinks that humans are helping dolphins 
    The author loves dolphins
    The author is not a fan of dolphins
  • Question 9
    60 seconds
    Q. Landfills are overflowing with the garbage 
    created by fast food restaurants and individuals too lazy to wash their dishes.  The earth is 
    becoming polluted.  Wouldn't it be nice if people would go back to eating at home and washing 
    dishes?
    Which statement do you think the author would agree with?
    answer choices
    People should not use disposable products
    People should never wash dishes
    People should only use disposable products
  • Question 10
    30 seconds
    Q. The average school day for kindergartners is getting longer, and it's paying off in improved reading skills.  Public schoolchildren who attended kindergarten for a full day showed more improvement than those enrolled in half-day programs.  
    Which statement would the author agree with?
    answer choices
    The school day should be longer
    Having shorter days improves learning
  • Question 11
    60 seconds
    Q. I love to watch birds!  It always amazes me 
      how they can build those nests!  I like to leave 
      scraps of hair and yarn out for them to find. 
      They'll use these things and weave them into a 
      nest.  Being a parent is a hard job, and the birds 
      can use all the help they can get.
    What is the author's perspective?
    answer choices
    Humans should help birds build their nest
    Humans should never interfere with wild animals
    Birds are interesting animals
    Birds use lots of things to build their nest
  • Question 12
    60 seconds
    Q.    I wonder who made gym class mandatory?  He was a great guy!  It is a welcome break from sitting in chairs.  In a recent poll, gym class was the favorite subject of elementary students.  I wish there was gym class more often! 
    Which statement do you think the author would agree with?
    answer choices
    The time for recess should be longer
    Recess should be given for shorter time periods
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