1. Author’s Viewpoint

2. Author’s Viewpoint Author’s attitude toward the subject (tone)
How the author feels about a topic

3. Author’s Perspective (Viewpoint)
The writing reveals or shows the author’s attitudes, opinions, background, feelings or personal interest in a subject.
Imagine watching a friend race at a swimming competition. After the race, you might say to her, “That was awesome! You looked so confident!” But your friend might respond, “I was so terrified!” My stomach was churning, and I almost missed the turn on the last lap!”…THEY BOTH HAVE DIFFERENT VIEWPOINTS.

4. Author’s Point of View
The author will want you to see the topic from his/her point of view or through his/her eyes.
In many instances, you will be able to tell if the author is FOR or AGAINST something.
In other reading, the author’s point of view might not be obvious.
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5. Chasing Lincoln’s Killer

6. What is James L. Swanson’s viewpoint in Chasing Lincoln’s Killer
What is James L. Swanson’s viewpoint in Chasing Lincoln’s Killer? Think about his opinions and feelings about Lincoln’s assassination. What types of evidence & examples did he use to support his stance that Booth was a villain and Lincoln was a hero? Using the Evidence/Example Organization Chart, cite evidence from the text that supports Swanson’s stance on Booth & Lincoln.
Two groups: one “burglars” and one “real estate agents”…both have different viewpoints as they read the story and will recall different information.