Identifying main themes, attitudes and viewpoints in written context.

Pay attention to repeated words or ideas as these are often strong indicators of the central theme of a text.
Noticing titles and subtitles can give a clear idea about the main theme being discussed. However, clues may also be present in opening and closing sentences.
Understand and interpret the message or moral conveyed through the story, event, or argument in a text.

Look for emotional words within the text. These often provide clues about the author’s feelings and attitudes towards the topic.
Pay attention to contrasting words or phrases. They can reveal changes in attitude or viewpoint.
Think about the intended audience of the text. This can help you understand the reason behind the author’s perspective or attitude.
Keep an eye on personal pronouns, such as ‘I’, ‘we’, etc. This might indicate that the author is sharing personal viewpoints.

Note down the use of strong or emphatic language which can hint at the author’s passionate viewpoint.
Look for facts or evidence presented in support of a viewpoint to confirm it as a primary perspective.
Be aware of bias or subjective language, as it may be used to manipulate the reader’s own viewpoint.
Understanding nuances within the language, such as ironic or sarcastic tones, can also assist you in correctly identifying the author’s stance.

Identify conflicting viewpoints within a text to better understand characters, plot or arguments.
Try to link viewpoints with author’s purpose, i.e., whether they are convincing, informing, entertaining or persuading the reader.
Understand how author’s viewpoints influence the mood and tone of the text.
Assess how a viewpoint relates to the overall theme of the text for a deeper understanding of the content.