Identifying the Author's Purpose

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Process revealing a character's personality.

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characterization

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Element of a story referring to time and place.

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setting

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Element describing main story events.

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plot

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Technical term for someone who writes a film story.

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screenplay writer

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Film genre inducing excitement, tension, and suspense.

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thriller

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Film plot: Sonita, an Afghan teen, fights against being sold into marriage and pursues her dream of rapping despite challenges in Iran.

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Stand up for your conviction.

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Author's purpose in the documentary about oceans and ecosystems.

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It is our duty to protect and save Mother Earth.

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Goyo, a young general in the Philippine-American war, led battles but made tactical errors.

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Even heroes have flaws.

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Film plot: WWII prisoner escapes to Tibet, meets Dalai Lama, transforms outlook.

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The key to receiving enlightenment is to step aside from the ego.

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Riley’s mother praises her for staying brave during a tough family transition. As time passes, Riley finds it hard to adjust, and her parents reassure her that feeling sad is normal. (Inside Out)

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Individuals cope with changes in different ways.