Author's Purpose

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.

to persuade

to inform

to entertain

Persuade

What does it mean to inform?

What does it mean to entertain?

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

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

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

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.

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

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