Author's Purpose

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What are the three reasons we write? (Author’s purpose for writing)

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Persuade, Inform, Entertain

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What is the author’s purpose? “She threw the paper airplane. It looped through the trees, under the dog’s belly, up into the sky, and landed on the hot air balloon.” Options: to persuade, to inform, to entertain

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to entertain

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What is the author’s purpose? Laura Ingalls Wilder was born February 7, 1867 in Pepin, Wisconsin to Charles and Caroline Ingalls. She met and married Almanzo James Wilder in 1885. She published many books based on her travels to the west. Her writing became the basis for the “Little House” series. She died in 1957.

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to inform

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What is the author’s purpose? HAMSTERS FOR SALE: Braxton Pet Store, Norwood Mall: We have a large selection of hamsters for sale this week. They are interesting pets, and you will enjoy having one. They are only $17.99 this week. Come and buy yours today! Options: to persuade, to inform, to entertain

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to persuade

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What is the author’s purpose? Calligraphy is a form of handwriting. A special pen must be used. Letters are formed using up and down strokes. Old documents are usually written in this form. Diplomas, certificates, and other awards are often written in calligraphy. Options: to persuade, to inform, to entertain.

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to inform

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What is the author’s purpose? Rosie had the best time making Valentine cards for her classmates. She used red and white paper, heart stickers, markers, and anything else that she could find. It was great. Her friends are planning a Valentine party on February 14^th at school. The card that she made for her best friend is funny. Funny Valentines are nice to get. Options:

to persuade

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to inform

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to entertain

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to entertain

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Which of the following is NOT used to inform?

news article

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campaign poster

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terms & conditions

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user manual

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campaign poster

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What should we avoid when reading a news article?

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Accept without evaluating the information.

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What is the author’s purpose of the website SaveOurEagles.com, which argues against building a new shopping mall due to threats to endangered bald eagles’ shelters and lists other reasons?

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to persuade

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What is the author’s purpose? Do you want to be an artist? Just enroll in the “The Awesome Artists” program. Don’t let this opportunity or your talent slip away. We guarantee you will be painting like the masters in two weeks for the low cost of $59.95.

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to convince you to attend an art program

Answer explanation

Remember they want you to buy something. Therefore, they are persuading you to participate. Another word for persuade is to convince.