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How Author Intent Shapes the Message of a Historical Text
Explain how an author's underlying goals determine what information they highlight.
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Analyzing Author Intent and Perspective in Historical Sources
4th Grade · Social-studies · US-WI-SS
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Analyze how an author's purpose, word choice, and intended audience shape the message and tone of historical documents and media.
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SS.Hist4.d.mWisconsin Social Studies Standards · 4th GradeExplain how the POV of the author can influence the meaning of a primary or secondary source.
SS.Hist4.d.hWisconsin Social Studies Standards · 4th GradeAnalyze how the POV of the author can influence the content and intent of a primary or secondary source and identify whose voices may be left out.