Unit 3 Lesson 6: Informational Text Point of View

Question 1

point of view

Answer 1

an author’s perspective on a topic or idea

Question 2

Point view in nonfiction vs fiction

Answer 2

In fiction writing, the point of view has to do with narration, but in nonfiction writing, it refers to the author’s perspective on the topic or subject.

Question 3

How can readers discern the author’s point of view in informational text

Answer 3

Readers can discern the author’s point of view in informational text by observing the author’s choice of words, the inclusion or exclusion of content, and the citing of authorities or others who comment on the topic or subject

Question 4

allusion

Answer 4

a reference to a familiar person or thing

Question 5

ellipsis

Answer 5

the omission of words from a sentence

Question 6

connotations

Answer 6

the ideas or feelings a word invokes in addition to its literal meaning

Question 7

rhetoric

Answer 7

the art of using language to persuade

Question 8

rhetorical techniques

Answer 8

stylistic or literary devices or language used to convey a point or convince an audience

Question 9

Through the use of repetition or ellipsis, what does an author do

Answer 9

Through the use of repetition or ellipsis, an author may draw attention to a particular word, phrase, or connection between ideas.

Question 10

What does an author gain form using allusion

Answer 10

By using allusion, the author may compare, contrast, or connect people or events.

Question 11

what does on achive from asking question

Answer 11

By asking questions, the author may draw the reader’s attention to a key point.