Distinguishing Points of View - LSAT Reading
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Identify a word that might signal the author's hesitation.
Identify a word that might signal the author's hesitation.
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Tentative. Shows uncertainty or lack of confidence in the statement.
Tentative. Shows uncertainty or lack of confidence in the statement.
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Which transition phrase indicates an author is making an addendum?
Which transition phrase indicates an author is making an addendum?
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Furthermore. Adds supporting information to strengthen the existing argument.
Furthermore. Adds supporting information to strengthen the existing argument.
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What type of word would show the author’s dismissal of a claim?
What type of word would show the author’s dismissal of a claim?
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Refute. Shows the author rejects or disproves opposing arguments.
Refute. Shows the author rejects or disproves opposing arguments.
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Which word would signal an author's skepticism?
Which word would signal an author's skepticism?
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Doubt. Indicates the author questions or is uncertain about something.
Doubt. Indicates the author questions or is uncertain about something.
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Identify a word that signals the author's disdain.
Identify a word that signals the author's disdain.
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Contempt. Shows the author's scorn or strong disapproval.
Contempt. Shows the author's scorn or strong disapproval.
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Identify the author's stance: 'The proposal is flawed beyond repair.'
Identify the author's stance: 'The proposal is flawed beyond repair.'
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Critical. 'Flawed beyond repair' shows strong negative judgment.
Critical. 'Flawed beyond repair' shows strong negative judgment.
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Identify an author's view: 'This policy is a step in the right direction.'
Identify an author's view: 'This policy is a step in the right direction.'
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Optimistic. 'Right direction' indicates hope and positive expectations.
Optimistic. 'Right direction' indicates hope and positive expectations.
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Which term refers to an author’s expression of regret?
Which term refers to an author’s expression of regret?
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Lament. Expresses sorrow or disappointment about a situation.
Lament. Expresses sorrow or disappointment about a situation.
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Which term refers to an author's underlying assumption?
Which term refers to an author's underlying assumption?
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Premise. The basic belief or assumption underlying the author's argument.
Premise. The basic belief or assumption underlying the author's argument.
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What indicates an author is emphasizing a point?
What indicates an author is emphasizing a point?
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Repetition. Restating key ideas highlights their importance to the author.
Repetition. Restating key ideas highlights their importance to the author.
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Identify a feature that distinguishes a personal point of view.
Identify a feature that distinguishes a personal point of view.
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First-person pronouns. Words like 'I,' 'we,' and 'my' reveal personal involvement.
First-person pronouns. Words like 'I,' 'we,' and 'my' reveal personal involvement.
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What is a distinguishing feature of an objective point of view?
What is a distinguishing feature of an objective point of view?
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Lack of bias. Presents facts without personal opinions or emotional language.
Lack of bias. Presents facts without personal opinions or emotional language.
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What indicates an author is addressing a counterpoint?
What indicates an author is addressing a counterpoint?
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Nevertheless. Acknowledges opposition while maintaining the original position.
Nevertheless. Acknowledges opposition while maintaining the original position.
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Identify the author's perspective: 'The reforms are a necessary step forward.'
Identify the author's perspective: 'The reforms are a necessary step forward.'
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Supportive. 'Necessary step forward' indicates approval and positive outlook.
Supportive. 'Necessary step forward' indicates approval and positive outlook.
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What phrase indicates an author is conceding a point?
What phrase indicates an author is conceding a point?
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Admittedly. Acknowledges a valid point from the opposing side.
Admittedly. Acknowledges a valid point from the opposing side.
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Identify the author's perspective: 'The reforms are a necessary step forward.'
Identify the author's perspective: 'The reforms are a necessary step forward.'
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Supportive. 'Necessary step forward' indicates approval and positive outlook.
Supportive. 'Necessary step forward' indicates approval and positive outlook.
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What term describes language that is overly positive or negative?
What term describes language that is overly positive or negative?
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Biased. Shows unfair prejudice or one-sided perspective in language choices.
Biased. Shows unfair prejudice or one-sided perspective in language choices.
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Which phrase suggests the author is introducing evidence?
Which phrase suggests the author is introducing evidence?
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According to. Attributes information to a source, showing evidence-based reasoning.
According to. Attributes information to a source, showing evidence-based reasoning.
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What indicates an author is neutral in a discussion?
What indicates an author is neutral in a discussion?
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Balanced presentation. Shows equal consideration of different viewpoints without bias.
Balanced presentation. Shows equal consideration of different viewpoints without bias.
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Identify the author's point of view: 'The policy is unquestionably effective.'
Identify the author's point of view: 'The policy is unquestionably effective.'
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Positive. The adverb 'unquestionably' shows strong approval and confidence.
Positive. The adverb 'unquestionably' shows strong approval and confidence.
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What term describes an author's main position in a text?
What term describes an author's main position in a text?
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Thesis. The central argument or main claim the author defends.
Thesis. The central argument or main claim the author defends.
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What phrase suggests an author is presenting a counterargument?
What phrase suggests an author is presenting a counterargument?
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On the other hand. Introduces an opposing viewpoint or alternative perspective.
On the other hand. Introduces an opposing viewpoint or alternative perspective.
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Identify a word that signals contrast in a passage.
Identify a word that signals contrast in a passage.
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However. Signals opposition or contrast to the previous statement.
However. Signals opposition or contrast to the previous statement.
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Which word indicates an author's agreement with an idea?
Which word indicates an author's agreement with an idea?
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Support. Shows the author endorses or agrees with the presented idea.
Support. Shows the author endorses or agrees with the presented idea.
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What is a distinguishing feature of an author's point of view in a passage?
What is a distinguishing feature of an author's point of view in a passage?
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Tone or opinion about a topic. Reflects the author's attitude or stance toward the subject matter.
Tone or opinion about a topic. Reflects the author's attitude or stance toward the subject matter.
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Which phrase suggests the author is presenting an alternative view?
Which phrase suggests the author is presenting an alternative view?
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Alternatively. Offers a different option or perspective for consideration.
Alternatively. Offers a different option or perspective for consideration.
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Identify the author's sentiment: 'The outcome was inevitable.'
Identify the author's sentiment: 'The outcome was inevitable.'
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Resigned. 'Inevitable' suggests acceptance of an unchangeable outcome.
Resigned. 'Inevitable' suggests acceptance of an unchangeable outcome.
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What term is used for an author’s use of logical reasoning?
What term is used for an author’s use of logical reasoning?
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Deduction. Drawing conclusions through logical reasoning from premises.
Deduction. Drawing conclusions through logical reasoning from premises.
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What indicates an author is providing an example?
What indicates an author is providing an example?
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For instance. Introduces specific evidence to support a general claim.
For instance. Introduces specific evidence to support a general claim.
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Which word signals an author's surprise?
Which word signals an author's surprise?
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Unexpectedly. Indicates the outcome differed from the author's expectations.
Unexpectedly. Indicates the outcome differed from the author's expectations.
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