New York State Elementary Test Prep- ELA 4- 4th Grade

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Read each paragraph.

Choose the author's viewpoint.

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Deer are beautiful creatures. They are so graceful to watch as they run through the forest. It's hard to understand how anyone could do anything to harm these beautiful animals.	The author favors deer hunting. The author is not in favor of deer hunting.
The deer population has grown tremendously in recent years. Each year at hunting season, hunters are able to help control the deer population and prevent many deer from starving.	The author favors deer hunting. The author is not in favor of deer hunting.
Dolphins have suffered from the carelessness of humans. Many dolphins are killed each year in fishing nets. Oil has been spilled into ocean water, polluting the dolphins' environment.	The author thinks people have helped dolphins. The author thinks people have harmed dolphins.
Many cities have aquariums that have adopted orphaned dolphins found in the ocean. Many of these dolphins were wounded and would not have survived alone. Because of the kindness of humans these animals are alive today.	The author thinks people have helped dolphins. The author thinks people have harmed dolphins.
I wonder who invented paper plates? He was a clever guy! Imagine having to lug heavy plates to a picnic, and then have to carry them home again.	The author thinks disposable products harm the environment. The author thinks disposable products are good to use.
Landfills are overflowing with the garbage created by fast food restaurants and individuals too lazy to wash their dishes. The earth is becoming polluted. Wouldn't it be nice if people would go back to eating at home and washing dishes?	The author thinks disposable products harm the environment. The author thinks disposable products are good to use.

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