Question

Which sentence in the passage reveals the author’s point of view? Recycling consists of the processes of collecting, processing, remanufacturing, and reusing materials instead of discarding them. This helps conserve raw materials as well as energy. Also, recycling reduces the amount of waste going into landfills. An equally important benefit of recycling is decreasing pollution. If everybody participated in recycling, our planet just might be greener for the next generation. To begin recycling, find out more about recycling programs or centers in your area. Often people shy away from recycling and using reusable items because they do not want to come off as cheap. Some people are also uncertain about whether they are achieving anything by recycling. They may think recycling is a waste of their time and effort since the impact may not be immediate. This can change through awareness. People need to realize the role they could play in making their planet a healthier place to live in.

Answer 1

Answer: The right answer is "If everybody participated in recycling, our planet just might be greener for the next generation."

Explanation: Just to elaborate a little on the answer, it can be added that the lines that precede this sentence are objective and factual. The author defines recycling and lists three of its benefits. Likewise, the lines that follow this sentence—which has been strategically located in the middle of the passage—are factual too, since the author explains the readers how can they start recycling and describes how some people do not recycle out of fear, embarrassment, or misbelief, to finish with a plea for raising awareness about the importance of recycling. The line in which he or she states that "If everybody participated in recycling, our planet just might be greener for the next generation" is, therefore, the one that reveals his or her point of view—which is clearly in favor of recycling.      

Answer 2

“If everyone participated in recycling, our planet just might be greener for our next generation