Conflicting Evidence and Viewpoints

English I Beaulieu

Hall Dale High School

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What is author’s viewpoint?

A reflection of the author’s own feelings or beliefs.

Viewpoint is revealed through word choice - it’s like they are leaving clues that reveal their viewpoint.

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What is a conflicting viewpoint?

A conflicting viewpoint is one that does not align with the author’s point of view or beliefs.

Author’s sometimes use conflicting viewpoints to strengthen their argument and/or acknowledge the opposing side.

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What is conflicting evidence?

Evidence supports an author’s claim.

Conflicting evidence works to disprove the author’s claim.

An author may present conflicting evidence to strengthen their argument and/or dispel opposing arguments.

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How to Differentiate an Author’s POV

Ask yourself:

Has the author made a specific claim? If so, what is it?

If the author presents a specific argument, what kind of evidence does the author use to back it up?

Is the author’s argument consistent?

Are opposing views presented? If so, what are they?

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YouTube Sources

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6vb52ZO8OBI

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_9sUQv5baWI

Mometrix Academy

FCAT - P.I.E.D

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SOURCES

http://www.studyzone.org/testprep/ela4/o/authorsviewpointl.cfm

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6vb52ZO8OBI

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_9sUQv5baWI

http://users.humboldt.edu/tduckart/PoV.htm

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