Which term describes a writer's personal slant or leaning in a text?

• A. Perspective
• B. Tone
• C. Slant
• D. Bias

Answer: (D)

This question tests understanding of how a writer's personal leaning shows up in text. Bias is the best term because it captures a predisposition that colors what information is chosen, how facts are interpreted, and how arguments are framed. It explains why certain details are emphasized or downplayed, reflecting the writer’s own viewpoint rather than a neutral stance.

Perspective refers to the viewpoint or angle from which something is seen, which might influence what is covered but doesn’t inherently describe a built-in predisposition to favor one side. Tone is the writer’s attitude toward the subject or audience, conveyed through word choice and style, not the overall leaning that shapes the content. Slant can be used similarly in everyday speech, but bias is the precise academic term for a consistent leaning that colors the text.