Use details from the text to determine if the author's viewpoint about the underlined topic is favorable, unfavorable, or neutral. Remember, you are to focus on the underlined word or phrase, then determine if the details show that the author has positive, negative, or neutral feelings/opinions ABOUT THAT TOPIC. The penny has outstayed its welcome in the United States. Pennies are obsolete. You cannot use a penny in most vending machines or to pay your way on most public transportation. Question 4 options: Positive or Favorable Viewpoint Neutral or Objective Viewpoint Negative or Unfavorable Viewpoint.