Author's Perspective and Conflicting Evidence
Grade 8th Grade · ELA · 20 min· Determine An Author’s Perspective Or Purpose In A Text, And Analyze How The Author Acknowledges And Responds To Conflicting Evidence Or Viewpoints
What's Included
Learning Objective
I can identify the author's perspective and analyze how they address conflicting viewpoints in a text.
Warm-Up Video
Khan Academy · 6:21
Analyzing an author's purpose | Reading | Khan Academy
Guided Notes
3 key concepts
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Authors structure their texts, words, and ideas with a specific purpose in mind, which may influence the information shared and the reader's understanding.
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When reading informational text, it's important to maintain healthy skepticism by asking questions about the author's opinion, included or omitted information, word connotations, and overall tone.
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An author's purpose can range from straightforwardly informing to persuading, and it's important to analyze the text for potential biases or hidden agendas.
Practice Questions
3 questions · Multiple choice & Short answer
Exit Ticket
Quick comprehension check
“The article 'Cake Connected to Cavities and Poor Dental Health' argues that cake consumption leads to dental problems. How does the author, Wendell Apricot Jam, address the conflicting viewpoint that other desserts, like pie, might have similar effects on dental health? Explain your answer.”
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