Evaluating Perspectives

Analyze different perspectives and viewpoints presented in a piece of literary nonfiction, and evaluate their

Literary nonfiction is a type of writing that tells true stories but reads like fiction. Characteristics of this genre include character development, plot, and setting. However, the events in the story are true and actually happened.
What type of writing is literary nonfiction?

; Autobiography; Fiction; True story

Evaluating perspectives is important when reading any type of literature, but it is especially important when reading literary nonfiction. This means considering the author’s point of view as well as the viewpoints of any people described in the story.
What does it mean to evaluate perspectives?

; Consider different points of view; Ignore the author's point of view; Read fast and summarize

It’s important to remember that each person involved in the story has their own perspective, and their experiences may be different from others involved. It’s important to consider how these perspectives may affect the overall story being told.
Why is it important to consider different perspectives in literary nonfiction?

; For entertainment; For knowledge; For memorization

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