Analyze Author's Point of View Practice Test

Read the passage and answer the question.

For years, our school handled bullying by telling students to “ignore it” and “walk away.” That advice sounds calm, but it often leaves targets feeling alone. Some people now argue that any report of bullying is “drama” and that students should toughen up. I disagree. Ignoring bullying doesn’t make it disappear; it teaches bullies that adults won’t step in. We need a system that makes reporting safe, investigates fairly, and focuses on changing behavior—not just punishing people after the damage is done.

How does the author distinguish their position from the traditional approach and from people who call reports “drama”?

Read the passage and answer the question.

Our city is deciding whether to add more bike lanes. Some drivers complain that bike lanes “steal” space from cars and will make traffic worse. I get why that feels frustrating when you’re stuck at a light. But calling it “stealing” assumes roads belong only to cars. Streets are public space, and safer bike lanes can actually reduce congestion by giving people another way to travel. The goal isn’t to punish drivers; it’s to make transportation safer and more flexible for everyone.

How does the author’s view differ from the drivers’ viewpoint mentioned in the passage?