Author's Purpose

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What is the author's purpose?

Once upon a time, there was a sad dragon. People were afraid of him because he breathed fire. So, one day, he bought a big bag of marshmallows, got some sticks, and put up a sign: "Free Marshmallow Roast." No one was afraid of him anymore.

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to persuade

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to inform

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to entertain

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to entertain

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Persuade

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The author is trying to convince you to do or think something.

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What does it mean to inform?

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The author is trying to give you information and teach you facts.

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What does it mean to entertain?

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The author is trying to make you enjoy the story by keeping your attention.

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Commercials, billboards, opinions, reviews, and advertisements are all examples of what?

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Persuade

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Documents, nonfiction, history/science, biographies, recipes, and news articles are all examples of what?

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Inform

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Comics/jokes, fiction, mystery, fantasy, adventure, and romance are all examples of what?

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Entertain

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What is the author's purpose?

Dear Edith,

Pets should be allowed in restaurants. I brought my dog to dinner, and the waiter threw us out. He said that dogs were dirty, but my dog is cleaner than many people. I know! It's not fair - it's a ridiculous rule, and it should be changed.

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to persuade

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What is the author's purpose? If you read about...a giant cat trying to take over a city. Options: Persuade, Inform, Entertain

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Entertain

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What is the author's purpose? If you read about...tornadoes and hurricanes and how they develop. Options: Persuade, Inform, Entertain

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Inform