Elementary Test Prep ELA 4 Supporting Point of View

As an author, you can express your personal point of view.
You can then support your point of view
with evidence.

Read each statement expressing an author's personal point of view.
Then choose the statement that would best support that point of view.

Author's Point of View	Choose the best evidence.
1. Children should go to bed by 9 P.M.	a. Parents like to have time to themselves in the evening. b. A study by the NEA showed that children who got 8-10 hours of sleep each night performed better in school.
2. Exercise should be part of everyone's daily routine.	a. The YMCA is trying to increase its membership. b. The American Medical Association recommends at least 45 minutes of exercise each day.
3. Returning cans and bottles for the deposit decreases litter.	a. The results of a recent study show that 90% of cans and bottles are returned for recycling. b. Returning cans and bottles is a good way to raise money for your club.
4. American citizens want a say in choosing their elected officials.	a. Due to poor weather conditions, voter turnout was low this year. b. 70 % of registered voters voted in the last election.

Remember:

Authors can support their point of view with facts.

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