This document discusses conflicting viewpoints and evidence in writing. It explains that an author's viewpoint is revealed through their word choices and reflects their beliefs, while a conflicting viewpoint does not align with the author's perspective. Conflicting evidence works to disprove an author's claim. The document advises analyzing whether an author takes a clear position, the evidence they provide, and if opposing views are presented to understand their point of view. It includes example websites and videos for additional resources on these topics.